Larry started a fitness program about 8 weeks ago. He runs 5 kilometres every day and does some weight training. He likes to use weight machines and focuses on 1 or 2 muscle groups each day. He could initially do 6 repetitions of most exercises in his program, and he can now do 15-20. Larry likes the initial improvement in his energy level and appearance since starting the program. He has noticed that his work in construction seems a little easier, too. However, Larry doesn't think he is getting as much benefit out of his program now as he did at the start of his fitness program. Larry wants to increase his strength level further. Larry needs to

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Larry has already seen improvement in his strength level, but has hit a plateau. In order to continue to increase his strength, he needs to increase the amount of resistance when weight training. This means either increasing the weight on the machines he is using, or switching to heavier free weights. Increasing his warm-up and stretching time or changing his daily run distance may provide some benefits, but will not necessarily result in increased strength.

Larry Started a Fitness Program About 8 Weeks Ago