Mixing up your workouts to avoid overusing one muscle group is called what?

• A. RICE
• B. Warming up
• C. Cross training
• D. Stretching

Answer: (C)

Mixing up workouts to avoid overusing one muscle group is cross-training. The idea is to vary activities so you train different muscles and movement patterns, giving the same or related muscles a break while still keeping up overall fitness. This approach helps prevent repetitive strain and overuse injuries, improves balance and endurance, and can keep training mentally engaging.

RICE is a treatment protocol for acute injuries (rest, ice, compression, elevation) rather than a way to structure regular training. Warming up prepares the body for exercise, increasing blood flow and loosening joints and muscles. Stretching focuses on flexibility and range of motion.