Question

which of the following is the best example of increasing the intensity of a workout?
a. running one mile further than normal
b. running one mile faster than normal
c. running one mile more every other workout
d. jogging for three miles
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

• Option A: Running one mile further than normal increases the duration or distance (volume) of the workout, not necessarily the intensity. Intensity refers to how hard the body is working during the exercise.
• Option B: Running one mile faster than normal means the body has to work harder (higher heart rate, more energy expenditure per unit time), which is a direct increase in intensity.
• Option C: Running one mile more every other workout is about increasing the volume (total distance over multiple workouts) rather than intensity.
• Option D: Jogging for three miles is a description of a workout session (distance), but there is no indication of an increase in intensity compared to a previous state.

Answer:

B. running one mile faster than normal