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Question 1

Which one of the following exercises is classified as a balance-strength exercise?

Select one:

a. Single-leg squat touchdown
b. Single-leg lift and chop
c. Single-leg balance and reach -
d. Single-leg hop with stabilization

Answer 1

Single-leg squat touchdown

Question 2

To ensure proper front-side mechanics during sprinting, the ankle must be in a position of:

Select one:

a. plantarflexion.
b. eversion.
c. dorsiflexion.
d. inversion.

Answer 2

dorsiflexion.

Question 3

Based on the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which of the following is the recommended weekly amount of time for moderate-intensity aerobic activity?
Select one:
a. 75 minutes
b. 90 minutes
c. 120 minutes
d. 150 minutes

Answer 3

150 minutes

Question 4

To maintain certification with NASM, the Certified Personal Trainer must earn:
Select one:
a. 1 CEU within 2 years.
b. 2 CEUs within 2 years.
c. 3 CEUs within 3 years.
d. 3 CEUs within 4 years

Answer 4

2 CEUs within 2 years.

Question 5

Muscle imbalances can be caused by lack of core strength and poor training techniques. Which concept causes the biceps femoris and piriformis to compensate in a squatting movement?

Select one:

a. Autogenic inhibition
b. Synergistic dominance
c. Arthrokinetic dysfunction
d. Altered reciprocal inhibition

Answer 5

Synergistic dominance

Question 6

When performing a \_\_\_\_\_, the load must be placed in such a way to resist elbow extension.
Select one:
a. standing triceps extension
b. biceps curl
c. standing cable row
d. dumbbell chest press

Answer 6

standing triceps extension

Question 7

Which of the following vitamins and minerals are known to have the greatest potential for excess dosage in dietary supplements?
Select one:
a. Vitamin A, vitamin D, iron, and zinc
b. Vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid, and biotin
c. Beta-Carotene, vitamin E, vitamin K, and niacin
d. Iodine, magnesium, copper, and fluoride

Answer 7

Vitamin A, vitamin D, iron, and zinc

Question 8

During the overhead squat assessment, the trainer notices the client's feet turn out. Which of the following stretches should be used to lengthen the overactive muscles?
Select one:
a. Kneeling hip flexor 
b. Standing calf
c. Standing adductor
d. Standing quadriceps

Answer 8

Standing calf

Question 9

During which part of the digestive system are protein strands broken down?
Select one:
a. Mouth Incorrect
b. Stomach
c. Small intestines
d. Esophagus

Answer 9

Stomach

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of a strength level resistance training exercise for legs?
Select one:
a. Multi-planar step-up to balance
b. Single-leg squat
c. Single-leg dead lift 
d. Multi-planar dumbbell step-up

Answer 10

Multi-planar dumbbell step-up

Question 11

Which of the following is the correct repetition range and tempo for the Stabilization, Strength, and Power Phases of the OPT model?

Select one:

a. 12-20/Slow, 1-12/ Moderate, 1-10/Explosive
b. 12-20/Moderate, 1-10/Explosive, 1-12/Slow
c. 1-10/Slow, 12-20/Moderate, 1-12/Explosive
d. 1-10/Moderate,12-20/Slow, 1-12/Explosive

Answer 11

12-20/Slow, 1-12/ Moderate, 1-10/Explosive

Question 12

A client shows signs of obesity, insulin resistance, and hypertension. The combination of these three symptoms are correlated with which of the following disorders?

Select one:

a. Metabolic syndrome
b. Restrictive lung disease
c. Peripheral edema condition
d. Coronary heart disease

Answer 12

Metabolic syndrome

Question 13

Which of the following is the third step in the Stages of Change model?

Select one:

a. Action
b. Precontemplation
c. Contemplation
d. Preparation

Answer 13

Preparation

Question 14

A slow and controlled dumbbell chest press performed on a stability ball is an example of what type of specificity?

Select one:

a. Mechanical
b. Balance
c. Metabolic
d. Neuromuscular

Answer 14

Neuromuscular

Question 15

If a client’s knee moves inward while performing the Single-leg Squat test, this is an indication that which of the following muscles is overactive?

Select one:

a. Adductor longus
b. Vastus medialis oblique Incorrect
c. Gluteus maximus
d. Piriformis

Answer 15

Adductor longus

Question 16

“From our discussion, I understand that your primary goal is to lose 10 pounds in the next 2 months. Is that correct?” This statement is an example of which of the following?

Select one:

a. Nondirective question
b. Close-ended question
c. Invitational question
d. Probing question

Answer 16

Close-ended question

Question 17

An active kneeling hip flexor stretch is an example of:
Select one:
a. autogenic inhibition.
b. reciprocal inhibition.
c. altered reciprocal inhibition.
d. synergistic dominance.

Answer 17

reciprocal inhibition.

Question 18

Which of the following is the innermost layer of muscular connective tissue?

Select one:

a. Fasciculus
b. Endomysium
c. Perimysium
d. Epimysium

Answer 18

Endomysium

Question 19

Although quality and brand recognition are important, people ultimately buy personal training services based on the desire to produce a meaningful outcome. Therefore, all buying decisions are based on:

Select one:

a. price.
b. knowledge. Incorrect
c. pressure.
d. emotion

Answer 19

emotion

Question 20

Which of the following is a sign that a client has completed an accurate one-rep maximum bench press estimation test?

Select one:

a. Your client fails after 8-12 repetitions.
b. Your client fails after 1 repetition. Incorrect
c. Your client fails at 3 to 5 repetitions.
d. Your client fails right before their arms straighten

Answer 20

Your client fails at 3 to 5 repetitions.

Question 21

For hypertensive clients taking medications that will influence heart rate, which of the following methods to establish training heart rate is the most appropriate?

Select one:

a. Age predicted maximum heart rate
b. Karvonen formula
c. Heart rate response
d. Heart rate reserve

Answer 21

Heart rate response

Question 22

During an overhead squat assessment, a client demonstrates an excessive anterior pelvic tilt. Which of the following muscles is probably overactive?

Select one:

a. Bicep femoris
b. Piriformis
c. Transverse abdominus Incorrect
d. Latissimus dorsi

Answer 22

Latissimus dorsi

Question 23

When a client performs reactive exercises in the Stabilization Level of training, they should hold the landing position for how many seconds before repeating the movement?

Select one:

a. 1 to 2 seconds Incorrect
b. 3 to 5 seconds
c. 6 to 7 seconds
d. 8 to 10 seconds

Answer 23

3 to 5 seconds

Question 24

In the Maximal Strength Training (MST) phase, what should be the primary emphasis in the client’s program?
Select one:
a. Powerful movements Incorrect
b. Joint stabilization
c. Increasing hypertrophy
d. Increasing load

Answer 24

Increasing load

Question 25

Which of the following is the recommended rest interval when performing a circuit for Phase 5 resistance training?

Select one:

a. 0 to 30 seconds
b. 31 to 60 seconds
c. 1 to 2 minutes Incorrect
d. 3 to 5 minutes

Answer 25

3 to 5 minutes

Question 26

When talking to a client, conversational techniques that express the purported meaning of what was just heard are referred to as:

Select one:

a. reflections.
b. affirmations.
c. compliments.
d. judgments

Answer 26

reflections.

Question 27

How many ounces of water should a client consume immediately after exercise for every pound lost?

Answer 27

16 to 24 ounces

Question 28

Which of the following muscles is the synergist when a client is performing a chest press?
Select one:
a. Anterior deltoid
b. Rotator cuff Incorrect
c. Pectoralis major
d. Levator scapulae

Answer 28

Anterior deltoid

Question 29

According to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct, a Certified Personal Trainer shall maintain accurate financial, contract appointments, and tax records including original receipts for a minimum of:

Select one:

a. six months.
b. twelve months.
c. two years.
d. four years

Answer 29

four years

Question 30

Which of the following muscles is lengthened in Lower Crossed Syndrome?

Answer 30

Transverse abdominis

Question 31

It is lawful for a Certified Personal Trainer who possesses no additional certifications or licensure to do which of the following?

Answer 31

Design a cardiorespiratory program for a client.

Question 32

Which of the following types of strength allows the neuromuscular system to perform dynamic eccentric, isometric, and concentric muscle actions in all three planes of motion?

a. Postural
b. Structural
c. Functional
d. Neuromuscular

Answer 32

Functional

Question 33

Personal trainers have a maximum of how many seconds to make a good first impression?
Select one:
a. 10 seconds Incorrect
b. 15 seconds
c. 20 seconds
d. 30 seconds

Answer 33

20 seconds

Question 34

Which of the following describes the importance of active listening when engaging with a client?
Select one:
a. Providing the client with the right information.
b. Requiring the client to pay attention.
c. Convincing the client to do something.
d. Seeking a client’s perspective.

Answer 34

Seeking a client’s perspective

Question 35

Which of the five principles of goal setting focuses on establishing goals that are challenging but not extreme?
Select one:
a. Attainable
b. Realistic 
c. Specific
d. Timely

Answer 35

Attainable

Question 36

Which of the following is an appropriate intensity when training a client who is obese?

Select one:

a. 20 to 30% of their maximum heart rate
b. 40 to 50% of their maximum heart rate
c. 60 to 70% of their maximum heart rate
d. 85 to 95% of their maximum heart rate

Answer 36

The correct answer is: 60 to 70% of their maximum heart rate

Question 37

Which of the following muscles is lengthened in Lower Crossed Syndrome?

Select one:

a. Psoas minor
b. Rectus femoris
c. Erector Spinae
d. Transverse abdominis

Answer 37

The correct answer is: Transverse abdominis

Question 38

Which of the following is the third step in the Stages of Change model?

Select one:

a. Action
b. Precontemplation
c. Contemplation
d. Preparation

Answer 38

The correct answer is: Preparation

Question 39

Which one of the following exercises is classified as a balance-strength exercise?
Select one:
a. Single-leg squat touchdown
b. Single-leg lift and chop
c. Single-leg balance and reach 
d. Single-leg hop with stabilization

Answer 39

The correct answer is: Single-leg squat touchdown

Question 40

Which of the following types of strength allows the neuromuscular system to perform dynamic eccentric, isometric, and concentric muscle actions in all three planes of motion?
Select one:
a. Postural
b. Structural
c. Functional
d. Neuromuscular

Answer 40

The correct answer is: Functional

Question 41

Muscle imbalances can be caused by lack of core strength and poor training techniques. Which concept causes the biceps femoris and piriformis to compensate in a squatting movement?
Select one:
a. Autogenic inhibition
b. Synergistic dominance
c. Arthrokinetic dysfunction
d. Altered reciprocal inhibition Incorrect

Answer 41

The correct answer is: Synergistic dominance

Question 42

Which of the following is an example of a strength level resistance training exercise for legs?
Select one:
a. Multiplanar step-up to balance
b. Single-leg squat 
c. Single-leg dead lift
d. Multiplanar dumbbell step-up

Answer 42

The correct answer is: Multiplanar dumbbell step-up