NASM - Practice Exam Flashcards
Based on the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which of the following is the recommended weekly amount of time for moderate-intensity aerobic activity?
Select one:
a. 75 minutes
b. 90 minutes
c. 120 minutes
d. 150 minutes
150 minutes
Which of the following muscles is underactive if a client demonstrates an anterior pelvic tilt?
Select one:
a. Erector spinae
b. Psoas
c. Latissimus dorsi
d. Gluteus maximus
Glut Max
When performing a _____, the load must be placed in such a way to resist elbow extension.
Select one:
a. standing triceps extension
b. biceps curl
c. standing cable row
d. dumbbell chest press
standing triceps extension
What is a negative side effect associated with the chronic use of a high protein, low carbohydrate diet?
Select one:
a. A high protein diet is typically associated with higher intake of unsaturated fat and fiber which are risk factors for heart disease.
b. A high protein diet will require less water consumption for metabolism than is needed by carbohydrates or fat.
c. A high protein diet will increase glycogen stores which can lead to decreases in performance.
d. A high protein diet will cause the kidneys to work harder to eliminate the increased urea produced.
A high protein diet will cause the kidneys to work harder to eliminate the increased urea produced.
To maintain certification with NASM, the Certified Personal Trainer must earn: Select one: a. 1 CEU within 2 years. b. 2 CEUs within 2 years. c. 3 CEUs within 3 years. d. 3 CEUs within 4 years.
2 CEUs within 2 years.
Under the supervision of which of the following professionals is it appropriate for an adult client to follow an 800-1000 calorie diet? Select one: a. Certified Personal Trainer b. Medical physician c. Nutritionist d. Performance Enhancement Specialist
Medical physician
Which of the following information is considered objective? Select one: a. Occupation b. Lifestyle behavior c. Recreational activity d. Movement assessment
Movement Assessment
Which of the following should a trainer consider when designing a resistance training program for seniors?
Select one:
a. Progression should be from seated machines to standing exercises, 8 to 10 exercises.
b. Phase 1 of the OPT model should be used for 4 weeks before moving to Phases 2 through 5.
c. Phase 5 of the OPT model is contraindicated for senior clients due to increased safety considerations.
d. Training frequencies should start at 4 to 5 times per week.
Progression should be from seated machines to standing exercises, 8 to 10 exercises.
Which of the following muscles is the synergist when a client is performing a chest press? Select one: a. Anterior deltoid b. Rotator cuff c. Pectoralis major d. Levator scapulae
Anterior deltoid
If a client demonstrates shoulder elevation while performing a cable row exercise, which of the following muscles is considered overactive? Select one: a. Rhomboids b. Sternocleidomastoid c. Upper trapezius d. Erector spinae
Upper trapezius
What is the FIRST step a fitness professional should take when coming across an emergency situation that will require CPR? Select one: a. Activate the EMS system. b. Check the scene for hazards. c. Open the airway. d. Check for circulation.
Check the scene for hazards.
Which of the following best describes the code of conduct for a fitness professional?
Select one:
a. A set of scientifically proven and evidence-based theories that a fitness professional can apply to specific fitness programs.
b. Guidelines to ensure that all professionals provide the highest level of service and respect for all colleagues, allied professionals, and the general public.
c. A set of records that allow a fitness professional to track his or her own progress career-wise.
d. A set of processes that help a fitness professional determine the number of clients he or she can handle at a given. time
Guidelines to ensure that all professionals provide the highest level of service and respect for all colleagues, allied professionals, and the general public.
Which of the following contributes to rapid weight loss when consuming a low carbohydrate diet? Select one: a. Increase in waste excretion b. Loss of body fat c. Increase in metabolism d. Loss of water
Loss of water
What percent of predicted heart rate maximum is used in zone two of cardiorespiratory training? Select one: a. 56% to 65% b. 66% to 75% c. 76% to 85% d. 86% to 95%
76% to 85%
A series of exercises that is performed one after the other, with minimal rest, is referred to as what type of training system? Select one: a. Multiple set system b. Pyramid system c. Superset system d. Circuit training system
Circuit Training System
Which of the following is the correct repetition range and tempo for the Stabilization, Strength and Power Phases of the OPT model?
Select one:
a. 12-20/Slow, 1-12/ Moderate, 1-10/Explosive
b. 12-20/Moderate, 1-10/Explosive, 1-12/Slow
c. 1-10/Slow, 12-20/Moderate, 1-12/Explosive
d. 1-10/Moderate,12-20/Slow, 1-12/Explosive
12-20/Slow, 1-12/ Moderate, 1-10/Explosive
A slow and controlled dumbbell chest press performed on a stability ball is an example of what type of specificity? Select one: a. Mechanical b. Balance c. Metabolic d. Neuromuscular
Neuromuscular
Which of the following ratings of perceived exertion on the Borg Scale would be implemented in a cardio training program for clients wanting to improve their aerobic base? Select one: a. 9 to 11 b. 12 to 13 c. 14 to 16 d. 17 to 19
12 to 13
Which of the following describes the importance of active listening when engaging with a client?
Select one:
a. Providing the client with the right information.
b. Requiring the client to pay attention.
c. Convincing the client to do something.
d. Seeking a client’s perspective.
Seeking a client’s perspective.
Which of the following is most useful for assessing an athlete's lower extremity agility and neuromuscular control? Select one: a. Shark skill test b. Davies test c. Rockport walk test d. Overhead squat assessment
Shark skill test
A client who has an increased functional capacity to adapt to a stressor is in which of the following stages of the general adaptation syndrome? Select one: a. Resistance development b. Alarm reaction c. Exhaustion d. Periodization
Resistance development
For hypertensive clients taking medications that will influence heart rate, which of the following methods to establish training heart rate is the most appropriate? Select one: a. Age predicted maximum heart rate b. Karvonen formula c. Heart rate response d. Heart rate reserve
Heart rate response
A client's shoulders elevate during a pulling assessment. Which of the following muscles may be underactive? Select one: a. Levator scapulae b. Latissimus dorsi c. Sternocleidomastoid d. Mid and lower trapezius
Mid and lower trapezius
Which of the following is a Power Level balance exercise?
Select one:
a. Single-leg box hop-up with stabilization
b. Single-leg throw and catch
c. Single-leg internal and external rotation
d. Single-leg squat touchdown
Single-leg box hop-up with stabilization
The ability to react and change body position, with maximum rate of force production, in all planes of motion, and from all body positions during functional activities is: Select one: a. power. b. speed. c. quickness. d. agility.
quickness.
Which of the following is a measuring site of the Durnin–Womersley formula? Select one: a. Calf b. Mid-axillary line c. Subscapular d. Thigh
Subscapular
The Golgi tendon organ is an essential component of static stretching because: Select one: a. it increases muscle spindle activity. b. it results in reciprocal inhibition. c. it allows muscle fibers to contract. d. it allows lengthening of the muscle.
it allows lengthening of the muscle.
Which scenario is a component of the sliding filament theory?
Select one:
a. The result of two Z lines moving closer together.
b. The result of ATP production through aerobic respiration.
c. The pancreas releases glucagon into the bloodstream.
d. The pancreas releases insulin into the bloodstream.
The result of two Z lines moving closer together.
When manually monitoring a client's pulse, the trainer counts 17 beats in 6 seconds. Which of the following is the client's heart rate? Select one: a. 85 b. 104 c. 117 d. 170
170
Which of the following should an endurance athlete consume 2-4 hours before exercising to ensure adequate stores of muscle glycogen? Select one: a. Baked potato b. Oatmeal cookie c. Avocado d. Spinach
Baked Potato
When a client practices self-myofascial release, which of the following physiological changes is the goal?
Select one:
a. An increase in joint receptor activity results in an inhibition of muscles around a joint.
b. A decrease in neurotransmitter activity results in the contraction of a muscle.
c. A decrease in muscle spindle activity results in the contraction of a muscle.
d. An increase in Golgi tendon organ activity results in relaxation of a muscle.
An increase in Golgi tendon organ activity results in relaxation of a muscle.
In the Maximal Strength Training (MST) phase, what should be the primary emphasis in the client’s program? Select one: a. Powerful movements b. Joint stabilization c. Increasing hypertrophy d. Increasing load
Increasing load
If a client’s knee moves inward while performing the Single-leg Squat test, this is an indication that which of the following muscles is overactive? Select one: a. Adductor longus b. Vastus medialis oblique c. Gluteus maximus d. Piriformis
Adductor longus
When assessing your clients resting heart rate, what location provides the most accurate measurement? Select one: a. Femoral artery b. Subclavian artery c. Radial artery d. Brachial artery
Radial artery
How many ounces of water should a client consume immediately after exercise for every pound lost? Select one: a. 6 to 12 ounces b. 16 to 24 ounces c. 24 to 32 ounces d. 32 to 48 ounces
16 to 24 ounces
When talking to a client, conversational techniques that express the purported meaning of what was just heard are referred to as: Select one: a. reflections. b. affirmations. c. compliments. d. judgments.
reflections.
Which of the following types of strength allows the neuromuscular system to perform dynamic eccentric, isometric, and concentric muscle actions in all three planes of motion? Select one: a. Postural b. Structural c. Functional d. Neuromuscular
Functional
Which of the following describes a split routine in a resistance training program?
Select one:
a. It allows for the use of two exercises for antagonistic muscles within one set.
b. It allows for the use of multiple sets for each exercise.
c. It is a way of training that splits the day into two separate workouts.
d. It is a way of training that works different body parts on different days.
It is a way of training that works different body parts on different days.
When performing a \_\_\_\_\_, the load should be positioned to resist shoulder extension and scapular retraction. Select one: a. standing triceps extension b. biceps curl c. standing cable row d. dumbbell chest press
standing cable row
An active kneeling hip flexor stretch is an example of: Select one: a. autogenic inhibition. b. reciprocal inhibition. c. altered reciprocal inhibition. d. synergistic dominance.
reciprocal inhibition.