Practice Exam 2

Question 1

Scapular elevation refers to which of the following motions of the scapula?

Answer 1

Superior

Question 2

Adduction is a movement back toward the midline of the body in which of the following planes?

Answer 2

Frontal plane

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Pushing test

Question 4

The Rockport walk test is used to determine which of the following?

Answer 4

Estimated oxygen consumption

Question 5

The first exercise during Strength Endurance training involves a traditional strength exercise, such as a bench press, that is performed in a stable environment in order to elicit which of the following?

Answer 5

Prime mover strength

Question 6

For resistance training in Phase 2: Strength Endurance, how many sets per exercise are recommended?

Answer 6

2-4

Question 7

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

Answer 7

5-10 minutes

Question 8

Which of the following core exercises is appropriate for a client in Phase 1 of the OPT model?

Answer 8

Floor prone cobra

Question 9

Which of the following is a core-stabilization exercise?

Answer 9

Floor prone cobra

Question 10

Which of the following is appropriate when spotting during a bench press?

Answer 10

Determine the amount of repetitions before performing the set.

Question 11

James performs a multiplanar lunge to balance. After first stepping out into the lunge, which of the following should he perform as the next step in this exercise?

Answer 11

Push off the front foot through the heel

Question 12

A client exercises occasionally and plans to regularly participate in a structured exercise program next month. In which of the following sections of the stages of change model is this client?

Answer 12

Preparation

Question 13

According to the stages of change model, what do trainers need to help clients overcome?

Answer 13

Relapse