NASM Exam Ch 1-2

Question 1

The focus on _____ makes NASM systems and methodologies safe and effective for any client working toward any fitness goal.

Answer 1

scientific principles

Question 2

NASM recommends that all fitness professionals maintain a focus on an ____ practice to attain the highest levels of success.

Answer 2

Evidence-based

Question 3

Evidence-based practice is the ____ use of current best evidence in making decisions about patients or client care.

Answer 3

conscientious

Question 4

NASM proprietary approach to exercise training, the OPT Model, was developed with _____ as a core guiding philosophy.

Answer 4

evidence-based

Question 5

_______ is any suddenly occurring medical condition that can be treated and
healed in a short period of time.

Answer 5

Acute disease

Question 6

A _______ is a medical condition that persists without quickly going away or being cured altogether.

Answer 6

chronic disease

Question 7

The terms ____ and ____refer to a body weight that is greater than what is
considered normal or healthy for a certain height, specifically due to excess body fat.

Answer 7

overweight and obesity

Question 8

____ is a broad term describing numerous PROBLEMS of the heart and blood vessels, including stroke, heart attacks, heart failure, heart valve problems, and
arrhythmias.

Answer 8

Cardiovascular disease

Question 9

_____is one of the primary risk factors for heart disease and stroke, which are
the global leading causes of death.

Answer 9

Hypertension

Question 10

____ a waxy substance found in the blood that is made up of a combination of
protein and fatty acids.

Answer 10

Cholesterol

Question 11

____ is a disease in which blood glucose levels are too high. Glucose comes from the foods we eat

Answer 11

Diabetes

Question 12

____ is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps glucose get into cells to
provide the energy for work.

Answer 12

Insulin

Question 13

Cancer is an _____ that can result from a wide range of genetic and environmental factors.

Answer 13

abnormal growth of cells

Question 14

COPD is an umbrella term for ____ characterized by increased breathlessness,
airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function.

Answer 14

lung diseases

Question 15

Two of the most common issues at the foot and ankle are ____ and ____.
An ankle sprain occurs when a person rolls, twists, or turns an ankle, which stretches or
tears ligaments, whereas plantar fasciitis causes pain in the plantar fascia tissue located
on the underside of the foot.

Answer 15

sprains and plantar fasciitis

Question 16

The ____ is made up of the lumbar spine (low-back area), pelvis, abdomen, and hip musculoskeletal structures; it is more commonly referred to as the “core.” The _____ is an important anatomical structure because it connects the upper and lower halves of a person’s body.

Answer 16

LPHC Lumbar, pelvis, hip complex

Question 17

Shoulder dysfunction is very common in the greater population, especially in those who
frequently __ __ __.

Answer 17

lift objects overhead

Question 18

Regular exercise and increased physical activity have been frequently shown by research
to improve numerous types of _____ dysfunction and _____ disease.

Answer 18

musculoskeletal dysfunction and chronic disease

Question 19

Understanding the ____ of practice for all adjacent allied health professionals, as well
as all relevant local laws and regulations will ensure CPTs are always working within
their own ____ or ____.

Answer 19

scope of practice

Question 20

_____ with other allied health professionals and certified fitness professionals can
lead to great levels of success in the fitness industry.

Answer 20

Networking

Question 21

Working as an _____ allows a fitness professional to establish his or
her own pay rates and to earn the entire amount, but operational expenses, insurance
costs, and taxes must also be accounted for

Answer 21

independent contractor

Question 22

The first step in succeeding as a CPT is offering ____ customer service

Answer 22

uncompromising

Question 23

Forecasting techniques should be used to predict how many clients will need to be serviced to support a desired annual financial goal.

Question 24

_____ is the process of communicating how a specific product or service will meet
the wants and needs of a potential client.

Answer 24

Marketing

Question 25

The Four Ps of marketing includes ___, ___, ___, and ___.

Answer 25

product, price, promotion, and place