Strength training is beneficial because it decreases your risk of injury. Which statement BEST describes why this is true? A. Muscular fitness training can prevent or improve diabetes and sarcopenia. B. Muscular fitness training increases muscle mass, which increases your metabolism. C. Muscular fitness training strengthens tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. D. Muscular fitness training improves self-image and athletic performance.
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Option B mentions increasing muscle mass and metabolism, which are also health benefits but not directly related to decreasing the risk of injury. Option C states that muscular fitness training strengthens tendons, ligaments, and cartilage, which are all Show more…
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