NASM- missed practice exam questions2

Question 1

Which mechanoreceptor helps prevent muscles from stretching too far or too fast?

Answer 1

Muscle spindle

Question 2

In which of the following scenarios would energy be mostly derived from anaerobic metabolism?

Answer 2

When an athlete begins an activity

Question 3

Resting oxygen consumption is approximately how many mL of oxygen per kilogram body weight per minute?

Answer 3

3.5 mL

Question 4

Which of the following energy pathways is used for activities lasting between 30 and 50 seconds?

Answer 4

Glycolysis

Question 5

During a single-leg squat assessment your client’s knees move inward, which of the muscles would most likely be overactive?

Answer 5

TFL

Question 6

During a single-leg squat assessment, the client’s standing leg caves inward. Which of the following muscles is probably underactive?

Answer 6

Gluteus medius

Question 7

During a single-leg squat assessment, a personal trainer notices a client’s knee drifting inward. Which of the following muscles is probably underactive?

Answer 7

Gluteus medius

Question 8

What is the effect of beta-blockers on the heart?

Answer 8

They decrease the heart rate

Question 9

Which of the following is an appropriate movement assessment for a senior client who is sedentary?

Answer 9

Pushing test

Question 10

Which of the following muscles is probably underactive if a client’s support or standing leg falls inward during a single-leg squat assessment?

Answer 10

Gluteus medius

Question 11

David has a new client in her 2nd trimester of pregnancy. How should he modify the overhead squat assessment for her?

Answer 11

The range of motion should be decreased

Question 12

Ruby performs an overhead squat assessment. Which of the following movement compensations indicates the need for a static standing TFL stretch?

Answer 12

The client’s knees move inward

Question 13

Which of the following is a characteristic of lower crossed syndrome?

Answer 13

Anterior tilt to the pelvis

Question 14

Which of the following have a linear relationship during dynamic exercise?

Answer 14

Heart rate and oxygen uptake

Question 15

In the Power Phase, which of the following supersets would be the most appropriate?

Answer 15

Barbell squat followed by tuck jump

Question 16

Which of the following clients would use active-isolated stretching during a warm-up?

Answer 16

Strength Level client

Question 17

How long does NASM suggest the cardiorespiratory portion of the warm-up should last?

Answer 17

5-10 minutes

Question 18

Which of the following is designed to increase joint range of motion (ROM), improve muscle imbalances, and correct altered joint motion?

Answer 18

Corrective flexibility

Question 19

During a Phase 3: Hypertrophy workout, what is the recommended rest interval?

Answer 19

0-60 seconds

Question 20

When training a client for speed, agility, and quickness, which of the following exercises would be most appropriate?

Answer 20

One-ins

Question 21

What is a multiplanar single-leg box hop-up with stabilization an example

Answer 21

Balance-power exercise

Question 22

What is involved in the preparatory step for a multiplanar step-up, balance, curl to overhead press exercise?

Answer 22

Stand in front of a box with feet shoulder-width apart.

Question 23

Which of the following is a core-stabilization exercise?

Answer 23

Floor prone cobra

Question 24

When training a client in the Stabilization Level, what is the proper immediate progression for a ball two-arm dumbbell chest press?

Answer 24

Alternating arm

Question 25

A client is performing a prone iso-ab exercise. The trainer notices that he is not able to maintain proper alignment. How should the exercise be regressed?

Answer 25

Perform in a standard push-up position

Question 26

Which of the following is a precaution that should be taken while performing the reverse crunch exercise?

Answer 26

Avoid swinging the legs when performing the exercise.

Question 27

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?

Answer 27

Preparation

Question 28

What are influences that involves cohesion in an exercise setting?

Answer 28

Exercise group

Question 29

What should be included in a training template for client records?

Answer 29

Exercise selection for the client

Question 30

Which of the following careers require a licensure exam for entry?

Answer 30

Registered dietician