Exam Practice

Question 1

A client cannot perform a full prone iso-abs exercise, which of the following would be an appropriate regression?

Answer 1

Perform prone iso-abs with knees on floor.

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Latissimus dorsi

Question 3

Based on Overhead Squat Assessment findings, if a client exhibits knees moving inward, which flexibility exercise is recommended?

Answer 3

Adductor static stretch

Question 4

A client who has an increased functional capacity to adapt to a stressor is in which of the following stages of the general adaptation syndrome?

Answer 4

Resistance development

Question 5

The client is ready to progress from Phase: Stabilization Endurance to Phase 2. Which of the following best describes the resistance training portion of her new Strength Endurance workout?

Answer 5

Strength exercises with stabilization supersets

Question 6

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?

Answer 6

150 minutes

Question 7

Which of the following occurs at the shoulder while it is moving in the frontal plane?

Answer 7

Abduction

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the code of conduct for a fitness professional?

Answer 8

Guidelines to ensure that all professionals provide the highest level of service and respect for all colleagues, allied professionals, and the general public.

Question 9

A client has mastered the single-leg squat on the floor. Which of the following is a proprioceptive and challenging progression?

Answer 9

Two-leg squat on Dyna disc

Question 10

If a client demonstrates shoulder elevation while performing a cable row exercise, which of the following muscles is considered overactive?

Answer 10

Upper trapezius

Question 11

Which of the following is an expected systolic blood pressure for a healthy client?

Answer 11

120 mm Hg

Question 12

When a client practices self-myofascial release, which of the following physiological changes is the goal?

Answer 12

An increase in Golgi tendon organ activity results in relaxation of a muscle.

Question 13

When performing a _____, the load must be placed in such a way to resist elbow extension.

Answer 13

standing triceps extension

Question 14

Which of the following muscles is the prime mover when a client performs a row?

Answer 14

Latissimus dorsi

Question 15

A series of exercises that is performed one after the other, with minimal rest, is referred to as what type of training system?

Answer 15

Circuit training system

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of an appropriate spotting technique?

Answer 16

The spotter should spot at the wrists when clients are performing a dumbbell exercise.

Question 17

A high-protein diet consisting of more than 35% of total caloric intake from protein can potentially lead to which of the following adverse health effects?

Answer 17

Additional stress on the kidneys

Question 18

Which of the following statements indicates that your client has successfully implemented a SMART goal?

Answer 18

“I want to run a 5k in 45 days.”

Question 19

Which of the following is a primary focus of stabilization training?

Answer 19

Enhanced control of posture

Question 20

Which of the following core-training exercises is best for a new client?

Answer 20

Prone Iso-ab

Question 21

When performing a _____, the load should be positioned to resist shoulder extension and scapular retraction.

Answer 21

standing cable row

Question 22

To avoid muscle strains, joint pain, and emotional fatigue, which of the following concepts should be implemented?

Answer 22

Periodization

Question 23

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?

Answer 23

Standing calf

Question 24

What percent of predicted heart rate maximum is used in zone two of cardiorespiratory training?

Answer 24

76% to 85%

Question 25

Which of the following should an endurance athlete consume 2-4 hours before exercising to ensure adequate stores of muscle glycogen?

Answer 25

Baked potato

Question 26

In the Stabilization Endurance Phase, exercises should be performed with which of the following types of intensity?

Answer 26

Low

Question 27

The Golgi tendon organ is an essential component of static stretching because:

Answer 27

it allows lengthening of the muscle.

Question 28

What is a negative side effect associated with the chronic use of a high protein, low carbohydrate diet?

Answer 28

A high protein diet will cause the kidneys to work harder to eliminate the increased urea produced.

Question 29

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:

Answer 29

emotion.

Question 30

Feedback regarding personal history such as sport, lifestyle, and past medical history would be best described as:

Answer 30

subjective information.

Question 31

During which part of the digestive system are protein strands broken down?

Answer 31

Stomach

Question 32

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:

Answer 32

four years.

Question 33

Which of the following movement dysfunctions will create abnormal stress throughout the kinetic chain?

Answer 33

Over-pronation of the foot

Question 34

Which of the following vitamins and minerals are known to have the greatest potential for excess dosage in dietary supplements?

Answer 34

Vitamin A, vitamin D, iron, and zinc

Question 35

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?

Answer 35

Adductor longus

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Heart rate response

Question 37

Which of the following should a trainer consider when designing a resistance training program for seniors?

Answer 37

Progression should be from seated machines to standing exercises, 8 to 10 exercises.

Question 38

Which of the following describes the importance of active listening when engaging with a client?

Answer 38

Seeking a client's perspective.

Question 39

Which of the following is the proper lower extremity position when performing a ball squat?

Answer 39

Knee over second toe

Question 40

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

Answer 40

Preparation

Question 41

To maintain certification with NASM, the Certified Personal Trainer must earn:

Answer 41

2 CEUs within 2 years.

Question 42

Which of the following information is considered objective?

Answer 42

Movement assessment

Question 43

In the Maximal Strength Training (MST) phase, what should be the primary emphasis in the client’s program?

Answer 43

Increasing load

Question 44

Which of the following muscles is part of the core local stabilization system?

Answer 44

Transverse abdominis

Question 45

Which of the following is an example of a strength level resistance training exercise for legs?

Answer 45

Multiplanar dumbbell step-up

Question 46

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

Answer 46

Metabolic syndrome

Question 47

Which of the following muscles is underactive if a client demonstrates an anterior pelvic tilt?

Answer 47

Gluteus maximus

Question 48

Which of the following is contraindicated when training a client who is pregnant?

Answer 48

Exercise should be done in a supine position after the first trimester.

Question 49

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

Answer 49

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

Question 50

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

Answer 50

60 to 70% of their maximum heart rate

Question 51

A client's maximum heart rate must be established prior to administering the YMCA 3-minute step test. This is achieved by:

Answer 51

subtracting the client's age from 220.

Question 52

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?

Answer 52

Functional

Question 53

What is the FIRST step a fitness professional should take when coming across an emergency situation that will require CPR?

Answer 53

Check the scene for hazards.

Question 54

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

Answer 54

Single-leg squat touchdown

Question 55

Which of the following describes a split routine in a resistance training program?

Answer 55

It is a way of training that works different body parts on different days.

Question 56

Which of the following statements is true concerning client goal setting?

Answer 56

Goals should be consistent with a client’s own ideals and ambitions.

Question 57

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?

Answer 57

3 to 5 seconds

Question 58

When assessing an overhead squat, an indication of relative flexibility due to tightness in the lateral gastrocnemius is:

Answer 58

external rotation of the feet.

Question 59

Which of the following muscles is probably underactive when the arms fall forward during an overhead squat?

Answer 59

Rhomboids

Question 60

After completing the Three-Minute Step Test, a 20-year-old male scored in zone 2. What is the correct heart rate range for when he does cardio training?

Answer 60

76% to 85% of HR max

Question 61

When manually monitoring a client's pulse, the trainer counts 17 beats in 6 seconds. Which of the following is the client's heart rate?

Answer 61

170

Question 62

Davis’s law states which of the following?

Answer 62

Soft tissue models along the lines of stress.

Question 63

Which of the following is an appropriate number of exercises per body part per session for a client who has the goal of muscular hypertrophy?

Answer 63

2 to 4

Question 64

How many times the heart beats per minute and how much blood is being pumped with each beat is known as:

Answer 64

Cardiac output

Question 65

Which of the following contributes to rapid weight loss when consuming a low carbohydrate diet?

Answer 65

Loss of water

Question 66

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

Answer 66

Your client fails at 3 to 5 repetitions.

Question 67

Which of the following is most useful for assessing an athlete's lower extremity agility and neuromuscular control?

Answer 67

Shark skill test

Question 68

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

Answer 68

dorsiflexion.

Question 69

"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?

Answer 69

Close-ended question

Question 70

Personal trainers have a maximum of how many seconds to make a good first impression?

Answer 70

20 seconds

Question 71

Which of the following is the system activated at the onset of any activity, regardless of intensity?

Answer 71

ATP-PC

Question 72

When assessing your clients resting heart rate, what location provides the most accurate measurement?

Answer 72

Radial artery

Question 73

Under the supervision of which of the following professionals is it appropriate for an adult client to follow an 800-1000 calorie diet?

Answer 73

Medical physician

Question 74

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

Answer 74

Transverse abdominis

Question 75

Which of the following is a category of subjective information?

Answer 75

Medical background

Question 76

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

Answer 76

Design a cardiorespiratory program for a client.

Question 77

The ability to react and change body position, with maximum rate of force production, in all planes of motion, and from all body positions during functional activities is:

Answer 77

quickness.

Question 78

Which of the following is a Power Level balance exercise?

Answer 78

Single-leg box hop-up with stabilization

Question 79

Which of the following ratings of perceived exertion on the Borg Scale would be implemented in a cardio training program for clients wanting to improve their aerobic base?

Answer 79

12 to 13

Question 80

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

Answer 80

Neuromuscular

Question 81

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

Answer 81

16 to 24 ounces

Question 82

Which of the following macronutrients should be consumed in the highest percentage for a healthy diet?

Answer 82

Carbohydrate

Question 83

All of the following make up the five kinetic chain checkpoints EXCEPT the

Answer 83

hand-wrist complex.

Question 84

The principle that states the body will adapt to the demands that are placed upon it is called the Principle of:

Answer 84

The correct answer is: Specificity.

Question 85

A client's shoulders elevate during a pulling assessment. Which of the following muscles may be underactive?

Answer 85

Mid and lower trapezius

Question 86

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

Answer 86

reflections.

Question 87

Which of the following muscles is the synergist when a client is performing a chest press?

Answer 87

Anterior deltoid

Question 88

Which of the following is part of the marketing mix?

Answer 88

Place

Question 89

Which of the five principles of goal setting focuses on establishing goals that are challenging but not extreme?

Answer 89

Attainable

Question 90

Which of the following terms refers to the elevation of the body’s metabolism after exercise?

Answer 90

EPOC

Question 91

In which of the following situations should a Certified Personal Trainer refer a client to a medical practitioner?

Answer 91

When the trainer becomes aware of undiagnosed osteoporosis.

Question 92

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?

Answer 92

Synergistic dominance

Question 93

Dehydration affects the body by increasing:

Answer 93

heart rate.

Question 94

Which of the following is a measuring site of the Durnin–Womersley formula?

Answer 94

Subscapular

Question 95

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

Answer 95

3 to 5 minutes

Question 96

An active kneeling hip flexor stretch is an example of:

Answer 96

reciprocal inhibition.

Question 97

Which of the following should a trainer share with a client regarding carbohydrate intake and weight gain?

Answer 97

Excess intake of any macronutrient will cause weight gain.

Question 98

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

Answer 98

Endomysium

Question 99

Which scenario is a component of the sliding filament theory?

Answer 99

The result of two Z lines moving closer together.

Question 100

Which of the following should a trainer determine during the first step in the Ten Steps to Success?

Answer 100

Desired annual income