Question

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what does overloading your muscles accomplish?

a. it makes you less hungry so you consume fewer calories.

b. it builds up your muscle mass and makes you stronger.

c. it helps you to become more flexible.

d. it makes your heart run more efficiently.

Explanation:

• Option A: Muscle overloading is not related to reducing hunger or calorie consumption.
• Option B: The principle of progressive overload in muscle training (overloading muscles) stimulates muscle growth and strength gains as the muscles adapt to the increased demand.
• Option C: Flexibility is improved through stretching, not muscle overloading.
• Option D: Improving heart efficiency is related to cardiovascular exercise, not muscle overloading.

Answer:

B. It builds up your muscle mass and makes you stronger.