The ACSM recommended exercise prescription for developing and maintaining muscular strength and endurance for health and fitness includes a minimum of:
a. 1 set of 8-12 repetitions using 8-10 exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
b. 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions using 80 percent of the 1 repetition maximum (RM) for exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
c. 2-3 sets of 8-15 repetitions alternating days between upper and lower body exercises
d. 1-2 sets of 8-15 repetitions using 50-85 percent of the 1 repetition maximum (RM) for exercises that train the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body
Answer: A