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Which of the following is the best example of an exercise that predominately uses the ATP-PC pathway for energy

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A set of 3 barbell cleans

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After leaving the left ventricle blood enters which of the following structures

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Aorta

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Front lunges and bicep curls occur in which plane of motion

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Sagital

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The carpals of the hand are which of the following types of bones

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Short

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Dynamic stretching uses which of he following concepts to improve soft tissue extensibility

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Reciprocal Inhibition

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Which of the following is necessary for actin and myosin filaments in the sacromere to have the greatest degree of overlap

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Optimal length-tension relationship

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Which of the following muscles actions lengthens a sacomere

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Eccentric

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Holding a static stretch for prolonged period of at least 30 seconds causes which of the following neuromuscular phenomena

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Autogenic Inhibition

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Which of the following terms refers to a neurotransmitter that carries action potential across a synapse

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Acetylcholine

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Which of the following joints is between the metacarpals and phalanxes

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Condyloid

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Which of the following muscles is a synergist during the seated cable row exercise

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Biceps Brachii

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The autonomic nervous system contains which of the following subdivisions

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Sympathetic

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Increase force output of the synergists for hip extensions to compensate for the weaken gluteus maximus is an example of which of the following

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Synergistic dominance

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According to the sliding filament theory, muscular contraction occurs when

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Myosin cross bridge power strokes the actin filament across the myosin

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During a 40-yard dash, the hamstring complex begins to do most of the work for a weaken gluteus maximus. This is an example of which of the following concepts

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Synergistic Dominance

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Which of the following test should a trainer use in his cardiorespiratory assessment to determine in which heart rate training zone the training should begin

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YMCA Step Test

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The Durnin-Wonmersley formulas four sites of skiinfold measurement include which of the following anatomic locations

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Biceps, Triceps, Subscapular, and Iliac Crest

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The physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q) is primarily aimed at identifying an individuals

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Levels of risk for cardiorespiratory disease

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Which of the following methods uses a percentage of a client’s estimated maximal heart rate to calculate target heart rate

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Peak maximal heart rate

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If a client demostrates an excessive forward lean during the over-head squat assessment which of the following muscles should be stretched during the clients warm up

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Hip flexor complex

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Which of the following would be most useful in determining shoulder complex compensations

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Pushing assessment, lateral view

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Which of the following assessments measures muscular endurance of the upper body

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Push -up

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The Rockport Walk Test is used to determine which of he following

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Estimated oxygen consumption

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During a static postural asessment a personal trainer observes that a client has protracted shoulders and a forward head. Which of the following muscles would he expect to be shortened

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Stermocleidomastoid and Pectoralis Major

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While observing a pulling assessment a personal trainer notices a clients shoulders elevate which of the following exercises is most likely underactive

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Lower Trapezius

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While observing a pulling assessment a personal trainer notices a client’s shoulder elevating which of the following exercises is appropriate to strengthen the clients underactive muscles

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Ball Cobra

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While performing the overhead squat assessment the personal trainer observes a client demonstrating a low back arch movement dysfunction which of the following muscles is probably overactive

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Latissimus Dorsi

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During a single leg squat assessment a personal trainer notices his clients knee drifting inward which of the following muscles is probably underactive

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Gluteus Medius

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A personal trainer is working with a client who regularly wears high heels. The trainer should expect to see overactivity or tightness in which of the following tissues

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Gastrocnemius, Soleus and Achilles tendon

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Which of the following static stretches is most appropriate if a clients feet turn outward during the overhead squat test

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Gastrocnemius Stretch

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When performed at an appropriate tempo which of the following exercises would offer the best improvement of the power of a clients pectoralis major

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Medicine Ball, Rotation Chest Press

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Which of the following exercises is appropriate training modification for a client who is taking medication for hypertension

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Peripheral heart action resistance exercises

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A client has coronary heart disease is obese and is beginning an exercise program after receiving clearance from her physician. The trainer should

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Use the talk test to measure exercise intensity

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A client has been training three times a week in the hypertrophy phrase for the last two weeks. He has worked with a repetition range of 8 to 12 repetitions at an intensity of 80% to 85% and rested for 20 to 30 seconds in between each exercise. He is no longer improving his strength and has expressed feeling fatigued which of the following modifications should be made to minimize the effects of over training

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8 repetitions 75% intensity and rest for 60 seconds in between each exercise

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Contracting the quadriceps while performing a hamstring stretch will cause which of the following effects

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Reciprocal inhibition of the hamstrings

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Which of the following is a balance strength exercise

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Multiplaner step up to balance

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A client reports acute soreness and tightness in her calf muscles after a long run she describes feeling knots in the muscle which of the following flexibility techniques should the client use first

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Self-Myofascial Release

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When performing a single leg squat exercise a client is unable to keep the knee of the balance leg in line with the toes which of the following exercises is an appropriate modification

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Single-leg balance reach

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While performing a multiplaner lunge to balance exercise a client exhibits excessive extension of he lumbar spine which of the following instructions can help this client

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Tell the client to reduce her stride length

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Which of the following is a plyometric power exercise

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Ice Skaters

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With respect to the integrated flexibility continuum in which of the following categories is a dynamic stretching

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Functional flexibility

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During sprinting backside mechanics includes which of the following motions

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Ankle planterflexion, knee extension, and hip extension

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When performing an active kneeling hip flexor stretch internally rotating the rear leg will place a greater stretch on which of the following muscles

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Psoas

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A client runs a mile in 6 min and 30 seconds which of the following systems is the client primarily using to produce energy

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Oxidation

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A client is performing a standard push up and the trainer notes a low back arch which of the following muscles are most likely weak or underactive

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Transverse abdominis

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A client is taking prescription beta blockers which of the following exercises is safe for him to perform

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Standing Cobra

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During the descent of a single leg squat a clients knee moves inward which of the following muscles should the trainer recognize as requiring static stretching

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Vastus Lateralis

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In order to effectively target the piriformis when performing self myofascial release the client should slowly foam roll the

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Posterior hip

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When performing the static latissimus dorsi ball stretch which of the following is a correct body position

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Posterior rotated pelvis

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Which of the following pairs is an example of a phase 2 strength endurance training superset

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Barbell Squat and Single Leg Touchdown

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With respect to the general adaption syndrome delayed onset muscle soreness would most likely occur during which of the

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Alarm Reaction

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Which of the following rep ranges is optimal for maximal strength adaptations

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1 to 5

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Which of he following exercises should be avoided when working with a diabetic client

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Proprioceptive Plyometrics

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Which of the following is a primary adaptation of a high volume low intensity resistance training program

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Increased Metabolic Rate

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A trainer is working with a client who is developing endurance in her legs using light weights and high repetitious which of the following principles of specificity is being used

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Mechanical

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Which of the following is an example of a core stabilization exercise

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Two leg floor bridge

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A client performs a ball squat curl to press followed by a push up a standing cable row a single leg scaption and a single leg squat in a circuit fashion this is an example of which of the following resistance training systems

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Vertical Loading Systems

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Which of the following is an example of a peripheral heart action system

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Performing a circuit of exercises alternating upper and lower body movements

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For the last three months a personal trainer has been working with a client who has coronary heart disease. Which of the following should the trainer consider when progressing the trainer program

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Incorporating a circuit training program

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Training with an intensity range of 30% to 45% of a one repetition maximum and a repetition tempo of x/x/x is associated with which of the following adaptations

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Power

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Which of the following exercises should an intermediate client perform with a repeating tempo

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Butt Kick

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A client wishes to increase muscular endurance and stabilization which of the following acute variable is most appropriate

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12 reps at 70% 1rm intensity

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A personal trainer is working with a client who has hypertension which of the following statements from the client indicates a need for further teaching

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I should make sure my back is flat against the floor during a floor bridge

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A rest interval of 40 seconds between sets of resistance exercises will allow recovery of about which of the following percentages of of ATP and PC

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75%

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A client has been training for a 10K race for 4 months and starts to experience pain in his Achilles tendon. which of the following responses is the client experiencing

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Exhaustion

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A personal trainer suggests that his client increase her heart rate up to 95% of her heart rate maximum which of the following energy pathways is predominately being used at this level of intensity

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Phosphagen

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What training adaptation is best achieved with a resistance training tempo of 4/2/1

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Stabilization

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A personal trainer has his client perform the following exercises in order ball squat curl to press ball dumbbell chest press standing cable row seated stability ball military press step up to balance and then repeat the sequence which of the following resistance training systems does this exercise routine represent

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Vertical Loading

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Which of the following is a benefit of circuit training programs

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Greater levels of excess post exercise oxygen consumption

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Which of the following has the highest concentration of calories per gram

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Lipids

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A persona trainer is advising a client on calorie distribution which of the following falls within the acceptable macronutrient distribution range for protein

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30%

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Large doses of belta carotene intake can cause an increased risk for which of the following

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Lung cancer in smokers

72
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When fatty acids are predominately iimplicated to raise a low density liproproteins cholesterol levels

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Saturated

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Which popular diet has a carbohydrate content greater than 60%

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Dean Omish diet

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Which of the following is an acceptable micro nutrient distribution range for adult carbohydrate intake

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8g kg day

75
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Excess intake of Vitamin D can lead to

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Calcification of arteries

76
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Which of the following is the maximum carbohydrate percentage recommended for a sports drink

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8%

77
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Decreased levels of thyroid hormones tend to cause a decrease in

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Resting Metabolic rate

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For clients whose goal is to gain lean body mass which of the following is a basic nutritional guideline

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Eat 4 to 6 meals per day

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A pregnant client decides to start taking a multivitamin under the supervision of her doctor, which of he following attributes of her multivitamin could be harmful during the early stages of pregnancy with the potential of causing birth defects

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700 micrograms Vitamin A

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Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of symptoms characterized by what conditions

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Obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension, dyslipidemia

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The purpose of asking an open ended question during a clients initial session is to

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Understand a clients true motivation and invite discussion

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Which of the following is the best example of a directive question (yes or no answer)

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Is it important for you to reach your goal by this summer

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An individual exercises regularly but has not yet maintained the behavior for 6 months in which of the following sections of the stages of change model is this individual

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Action

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An individual has a gym membership and visits sporadically but not frequently enough to maintain a well rounded exercise program In which of the following sections of the stages of change model is this client

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Preparation

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In which of the following scenarios is a trainer encouraging a client to practice self monitoring

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Have a client keep an exercise log on a calender to help keep him motivated

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A client is losing motivation to exercise so his trainer recommends spending 15 min before his next session thinking about the feelings of accomplishment sounds and smells experienced during his last session this is an example of which of the following

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Imagery

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A client is considering starting an exercise program in the next 6 months which of the following is the best strategy a personal trainer can use to help her progress into preparation section of the stages of change model

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Provide the client with easy to read education materials about the benefits of exercise

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Which of the following is an example of an open ended question

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Why do you want to lose 20 pounds

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A new client tells the personal trainer that although he exercises occasionally he is now ready to try a different approach to become a regular exerciser this is an example of which section of the stages of change model

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Preparation

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A personal trainer provides his client with step by step instructions on how to perform a ball squat to shoulder press and later asks the client if she was able to perform the exercise this is an example of what type of support

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Informational

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Which of the following exemplifies professional service and client care according to the code of professional conduct

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Referring a client with hypertension to a cardiologist

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A 70 year old client goes to see a personal trainer to regain cardiovascular fitness after a recent heart attack the trainer has not received written clearance from the clients doctor prior to the 1st training session but the client has already completed 10 training sessions with a different trainer what is the appropriate course of action for the trainer to take

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Postpone training sessions until written clearance is received from the doctor

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What of the following is outside of the personal trainers scope of practice according to the code of professional conduct

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Provide nutritional counseling for a client who exhibits signs of an eating disorder

94
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Which of the following actions falls within a personal trainers scope of practice regarding a clients nutrition

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Discuss food preparation methods

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Which of the following actions falls outside a personal trainers scope of practice

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Counsels a client with anorexia about the health benefits of a well balanced diet

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Which of the following requirements is necessary for a personal trainer to re certify his NASM CPT certification

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Earn 2 continuing education units

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Which of the following falls within a personal trainers scope of practice regarding nutrition

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Discuss the relationship between chronic disease and specific nutrient deficiencies

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According to continuing education requirements which of the following is true

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Accumulate 2 units of approved continuing education every 2 years

99
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Which of the following exercises is most appropriate for a client in the hypertrophy phase of the opt model

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Barbell Squat

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