A female basketball player has the following test results: 1-RM bench press, 150 lb; sit-ups, 60; push-ups, 45; vertical jump, 12 in.; 20-yd dash, 2.8 s.; mile run, 5 min 22 s. The area she needs to focus on the MOST is:
A) lower-body strength and power
B) upper-body strength and power
C) upper-body endurance
D) core-body strength and endurance

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Although the athlete has strong upper-body strength, as evidenced by her 1-RM bench press and push-up results, her vertical jump and 20-yd dash times suggest that her lower-body strength and power could use improvement. Focusing on exercises such as squats, lunges, and plyometric drills can help improve this area.

A Female Basketball Player Has the Following Test Results: 1-RM