Domain 3

Question 1

When training a client to activate their core for the purpose of gaining promixal stability, what exercise modality should come first in the progression?

Answer 1

Sagittal plane shoulder movements with one arm raised off the floor.

Question 2

Bill is training at 80-90% of his 1 RM on leg press. How long should he typically rest before training legs again?

Answer 2

72 hours

Question 3

Jim has been training with you for 5 weeks and has increased his upper body strength in pull ups by 25%. He is going on vacation and you are explaining the importance of continuing training while he is away. Approximately how long will it take Jim to lose half of his strength gains?

Answer 3

5 weeks

Question 4

What is the general idea behind periodization?

Answer 4

Varying training intensity and volume.

Question 5

Molly is just beginning plyometric performance training with you. What is the best exercise for her to perform.

Answer 5

Jumps in place

Question 6

The performance training phase should last at least how long?

Answer 6

4 weeks

Question 7

How long should an agility drill last for a beginner?

Answer 7

15-30 seconds

Question 8

What is an appropriate MET value for walking slowly?

Answer 8

2

Question 9

Jacob is talking 2-3 words at a time during aerobic exercise. When utilizing the Talk test which training zone is Jacob in?

Answer 9

Training zone 3

Question 10

Jim is a 45 year old banker who has been training with you for 2 weeks. He comes in after work Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Lately he has been calling an hour before his appointment to cancel because he is stuck at work. What is the best response for his lack of adherence.

Answer 10

Help him see that health and fitness is a top priority, ask if there are better times to make the appointment for

Question 11

Janet is a 55 year old woman you have taken on as a client. She currently walks the mile in 15 minutes and wants to run a 5k in 6 months. What is an example of a SMART goal for her?

Answer 11

Janet will complete the mile in 12 minutes within 2 months.

Question 12

Michael is a 35 year old man with a BF% of 19%. He wants to become “leaner”, and has not participated in any exercise routine for the past two years. What is the main fitness indicator to consider when creating a SMART goal for him?

Answer 12

body composition

Question 13

Matthew is a new client that you have been seeing for two weeks now. You have completed the health risk appraisal and with no medical clearance need, checked his resting measure, tested his static and dynamic posture as well as performed body composition and aerobic tests. Which is the best test to perform next in his training program?

Answer 13

Muscular endurance and strength

Question 14

When training a client with scapular protraction, which exercises should be avoided until the postural misalignment has been corrected to prevent further aggravation of the misalignment?

Answer 14

chest press

Question 15

You are working with a client whose right shoulder appears to be lower than her left. Which muscles should you have her stretch?

Answer 15

left upper trapezius, levator scapula and rhomboids

Question 16

When should you progress a client to phase 2 of cardiorespiratory training?

Answer 16

When the client can sustain phase 1 for 20-30 minutes

Question 17

How many days per week should a client do cardio exercise if they are in phase 2 of cardiorespiratory training and want to keep progressing toward their goal?

Answer 17

2-4 days

Question 18

Helen is focusing on using her own bodyweight to create an overload. Which training principle is she utilizing?

Answer 18

intensity

Question 19

What intensity level should generally be utilized for sustained aerobic activities?

Answer 19

low-moderate

Question 20

How many days a week should a normally healthy client engage in resistance training for each major muscle group?

Answer 20

2-3 days

Question 21

Which two primary hormones are associated with tissue growth and muscular development?

Answer 21

growth hormone and testosterone

Question 22

self efficacy is developed through the following 6 sources of information

Answer 22

past performance experience, vicarious experience, verbal persuasion, physiological state appraisals, emotional state and mood appraisals, imaginal experiences

Question 23

transtheoretical model (TTM)

Answer 23

precontemplation-contemplation-preparation-action-maitenance

Question 24

self efficacy

Answer 24

the belief in ones own capabilities to successfully engage in a physical activity program along with one’s ability for self management, goal achievement and effectiveness

Question 25

decisional balance

Answer 25

involves the perceived pros and cons about adopting or maintaining an exercise program

Question 26

process goal

Answer 26

goal a person achieves by doing something measurable such as completing a certain number of workouts

Question 27

product goal

Answer 27

a goal achieved such as weight loss or increase in strength

Question 28

health belief model

Answer 28

perceived threat of a potential health problem, susceptibility to potential health consequences and the belief that making changes will result in decreased risk

Question 29

Principles of behavioral change

Answer 29

Operant conditioning, Shaping, Observational learning, Stimulus control

Question 30

operant conditioning

Answer 30

process by which behaviors are influences by their consequences

Question 31

positive reinforcement

Answer 31

increase the future occurrence of that behavior

Question 32

Planning stage of RIPA

Answer 32

setting goals, generating and discussing alternatives, formulating plan, designing motivation and adherence strategies

Question 33

action stage of RIPA

Answer 33

implementing all of the program, demonstrate and execute program

Question 34

self concept

Answer 34

perceived worthiness, capabilities and skills of oneself based on inner belief

Question 35

factors influencing exercise participation and adherence

Answer 35

personal attributes, environmental factors, physical activity factors