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Increasing the intensity and duration of an exercise program too quickly can lead to injury.

a. True
b. False

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this is a true statement

User Sven Nilsson
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It is true that a sudden increase in both intensity and duration of physical exercise can result in injury. The body needs time to process any changes. Muscles need to build strength and flexibility gradually and the joints need time to acclimate to changes in pressure.
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