NASM CPT 7 Practice Q&A Flashcards
Within the muscle, which type of mechanoreceptors are sensitive to change in length?
Muscle Spindles
Which is the accurate list of the four sites at which skinfold measurements are taken?
Biceps, Triceps, Subscapular, illiac crest
What’s the definition for length tension relationship
Length tension relationships: The resting length of a muscle and the tension the muscle can
produce at this resting length. There is an optimal muscle length that results in the potential
for maximal force production.
Describe and write down all three of the connective tissue layers within a muscle.
Epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium
- Epimysium: The outermost layer surrounds the entire muscle.
- Perimysium: Surrounds groups of muscle fibers called fascicles.
- Endomysium: The deepest innermost layer; separates individual muscle fibers.
What are the three different parts of a neuron? List and discuss all three parts.
The cell body, axon, and dendrites
The cell body (soma): Contains a nucleus and other organelles, including lysosomes,
mitochondria, and a Golgi complex.
The axon: The cylindrical projection that is responsible for transmitting nervous
impulses to other neurons and effector sites such as organs and muscles. It’s the
communication provider for the brain and spinal cord to the body.
Dendrites: Dendrites gather information from structures and transmit it into the neuron.
Write down the three types of blood vessels that travel through the systemic circuit and the
order that the blood travels through.
- Arteries: Vessels that transport blood away from the heart.
- Veins: The vessels that transport the un-oxygenated blood from the capillaries to the
heart. - Capillaries: The smallest blood vessels. This is where the oxygen exchange occurs
between blood and tissues.
Additionally, the arteries and veins branch into the following, respectively:
- Arterioles: Small terminal artery branches.
- Venules: Very small veins that connect the capillaries to the larger veins.
What are the different types of bones, and how are they characterized?
Long Bones - Long, cylindrical shafts and widened or irregular ends
Short Bones - Similar in width and length and appear to be cubical in their shape
Flat Bones - These are thin and protective
Irregular Bones - Uniquely shaped and their function is unique
Sesamoid Bones - Small, often rounded bones in joint capsules in locations where tendons pass over joints
Personal trainers have how long to make a great first impression?
20 seconds
What is a pull promotion?
A promotion that pulls a potential client toward a purchase by making them aware of the service.
As the load for an exercise increases, what happens to the rest between sets?
It increases
Which of the following might occur with an improperly functioning lateral subsystem?
Knee valgus during overhead squat
All of the following are barriers to establishing rapport except:
Asking probing questions
Which of the following is a cause of muscle imbalance?
Emotional stress
What is the typical window of time when delayed-onset muscle soreness occurs?
24 to 72 hours after intense exercise
What is the fat percentage recommended for female athletes?
12 - 22 %
How is active flexibility used in the OPT Model?
Active flexibility used in Phases 2, 3, 4 to improve soft tissue extensibility and neuromuscular efficiency
What should be included in a personal trainers resume?
Recent work experience and/or education
What type of goal should initial goal-setting sessions be focused on developing?
Long term goals
Which of the following best describes agility?
Short bursts of movement that involve a change of direction, speed or cadence.
After exercising for 90 mins what fuel are you likely to run out of?
Glycogen
Which of the following is the body’s most useable form of energy?
ATP
How core exercises should be included in each phase 3 training session?
0-4
For adolescents in a resistance training program, how many reps per set should be completed?
8-12
Which is the best SAQ drill for weight loss clients?
Circuits
What supplement is a potential effect of excessive intake of magnesium?
Nerve damage
What is the difference between process goals and product goals?
Process goal can be predictively achieved, and product goals may or may not be achieved.
What training system is good to use with clients with cardiovascular disease?
Peripheral heart action
why should training sessions be limited to 60 - 90 mins?
Longer training sessions increase risk of upper respiratory infections
Which of the following movements is not advised while performing a seated lat pull down?
Performing lat pull down behind the neck
Which training adaptation can be expected with high volume training?
Increased metabolic rate
Pregnant women should be training in what cardio stage?
Stage 1
What is the first step in the ten step plan to become a financially successful trainer?
Determine the desired annual income
Torque can best be described as:
A force that generate rotation
What is the minimum amount of time when doing SMR on a tender spot?
30 seconds
What is the main characteristic of motor (efferent) neurons?
They stimulate muscle contraction and create movement
Association is best described as:
When the focus is on internal body feedback
What type of fatty acids are omega-3’s
Polyunsaturated fatty acids
Which type of exercise does caffeine supplementation not seem to have an ergogenic effect on?
Sprint type efforts lasting 90 seconds or less
For effective weight loss, how many calories should an obese client expend per session?
200 - 300 calories
Which of the following is an aspect of training at a local gym?
the trainer is expected to sell training services to existing gym members
Which of the following mechanism of action occurs when one is performing self-myofascial release (SMR)?
Autogenic inhibition
What is the principle of specificity?
The body will adapt to the level of stress placed on it, and then will require more/varied stress to increase adaptation
The two hormones responsible for the “fight or flight” response are:
Epinephrine and norepinephrine
How are active-isolated stretches used in the OPT model?
They can be part of a warm up if no postural distortion patterns are present
What best describes an isometric muscle action?
Constant muscle length
Trunk rotation is the force-coupling of which two muscles?
Internal and external obliques
Which statement is included in the NASM Code of Professional Conduct?
Use appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions
What is the recommended way for a client to self-monitor?
Keeping a daily written record
What is flexibility?
The ability to move a joint through normal extension and range of motion
An intrinsic approach to exercise is one that:
Emphasizes the enjoyment value of exercise, making it about more than just a means to goal accomplishment
How do the waist-to-hip ratio and BMI measurements compare when calculating a clients risk of disease?
Both waist-to-hip ratio and BMI are helpful indicators of chronic disease risk, but waist-to-hip ratio is a more reliable assessment
What percentage of the population actually engages in the recommended 30 minutes of low-to-moderate physical activity on most days?
Less than 25%
How long does the YMCA step test last?
3 minutes
For older adults, what is the recommended intensity for resistance training?
40% - 80% of 1 RM
What are the three phases of plyometric training?
Loading, Transition, Power
For older adults, What is the recommended frequency for resistance training?
3 - 5 days for week
A motor neuron and the muscle fibers it innervates is known as a:
Motor unit
High velocity adaptations are best achieved at what percentage of an individual’s 1 RM?
30 % - 45% of 1 RM
Which of the following is an example of cardiorespiratory training for Stage 2 clients?
5 minute warm-up, 1 minute Zone 2, 1 minute Zone 3, 1 minute Zone 2, 1 minute Zone 3, 5-10 minutes cool down.
What types of SAQ exercises should be used in Phase 4?
6-8 drills allowing greater horizontal inertia with limited unpredictability
How many calories are in a pound of body fat?
About 3,500
Weight bearing exercise helps strengthen bones through what process?
Remodeling
How should the amortization phase of the stretch shortening cycle be described?
The transition from eccentric loading to concentric unloading
What is the optimal range of daily protein intake to maximize protein synthesis?
1.6 to 2.2 g/kg of body weight
What is a limiting factor for how long anaerobic glycolysis can proceed?
Free hydrogen ions
What component of breathing improves blood flow back to the heart?
Inspiration with decrease in intrathoracic pressure
Which system supplies neural input to organs that run the involuntary process of the body?
Autonomic nervous system
What is the purpose of the intervertebral disc?
They act as shock absorbers
Which best describes imagery in exercise?
Process of creating an internalized landscape that supports exercise participation
What is neuromuscular efficiency?
Capacity of the neuromuscular system to engage proper muscles in order to produce and reduce force and stabilize the body.
What kind of resistance exercise is in Phase 5?
85% - 100% intensity superset with 30% - 40% 1RM (power)