NASM Exam Ch 1-2 Flashcards
The focus on _____ makes NASM systems and methodologies safe and effective for any client working toward any fitness goal.
scientific principles
NASM recommends that all fitness professionals maintain a focus on an ____ practice to attain the highest levels of success.
Evidence-based
Evidence-based practice is the ____ use of current best evidence in making decisions about patients or client care.
conscientious
NASM proprietary approach to exercise training, the OPT Model, was developed with _____ as a core guiding philosophy.
evidence-based
_______ is any suddenly occurring medical condition that can be treated and
healed in a short period of time.
Acute disease
A _______ is a medical condition that persists without quickly going away or being cured altogether.
chronic disease
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.
overweight and obesity
____ is a broad term describing numerous PROBLEMS of the heart and blood vessels, including stroke, heart attacks, heart failure, heart valve problems, and
arrhythmias.
Cardiovascular disease
_____is one of the primary risk factors for heart disease and stroke, which are
the global leading causes of death.
Hypertension
____ a waxy substance found in the blood that is made up of a combination of
protein and fatty acids.
Cholesterol
____ is a disease in which blood glucose levels are too high. Glucose comes from the foods we eat
Diabetes
____ is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps glucose get into cells to
provide the energy for work.
Insulin
Cancer is an _____ that can result from a wide range of genetic and environmental factors.
abnormal growth of cells
COPD is an umbrella term for ____ characterized by increased breathlessness,
airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function.
lung diseases
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.
sprains and plantar fasciitis
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.
LPHC Lumbar, pelvis, hip complex
Shoulder dysfunction is very common in the greater population, especially in those who
frequently __ __ __.
lift objects overhead
Regular exercise and increased physical activity have been frequently shown by research
to improve numerous types of _____ dysfunction and _____ disease.
musculoskeletal dysfunction and chronic disease
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 ____.
scope of practice
_____ with other allied health professionals and certified fitness professionals can
lead to great levels of success in the fitness industry.
Networking
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
independent contractor
The first step in succeeding as a CPT is offering ____ customer service
uncompromising
Forecasting techniques should be used to predict how many clients will need to be serviced to support a desired annual financial goal.
_____ is the process of communicating how a specific product or service will meet
the wants and needs of a potential client.
Marketing
The Four Ps of marketing includes ___, ___, ___, and ___.
product, price, promotion, and place
