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1
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When answering the PAR-Q your client answers yes to a bone or joint problem that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. What is the next step in their fitness program?

A

Talk with the doctor about readiness for exercise

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2
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What blood pressure measurement is considered to be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease

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140/90

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Type hip abductors and weak gluteus medius muscles can lead to which compensation

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Knees moving inwards

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Which of the following assesses body fat percentage by measuring the amount of water a person displaces and completely submerged

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Hydrostatic weighing

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5
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Which man has a ways to help ratio that puts him at risk for obesity related diseases

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Alex with a ratio of 0.96

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Jose is 18 years old what is his estimated maximum heart rate

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202

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Which of the following Factors influence the clients resting heart rate

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Exhaustion medication dehydration all of the above

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Do you have performed the Thomas test with Susan and have observed that her lower thigh does not touch the table and her name does not flex to 80°. What muscle do you suspect to be tight

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Primary hip flexor muscles

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Your client, Ben, comes to you with the goal of “being more flexible for his golf and tennis game“ you help Randy to define his goals in more specific and measurable terms so that his progress can be evaluated. Helping him set these effective goals are commonly said to be:

A

SMART goals

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10
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Which of the following functional fitness test is not contraindicated for individuals who suffer from low back pain, have had recent back surgery, and/or in the midst of an acute low back flare up

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Apley’s scratch test

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Which of the following is not a part of muscular endurance testing

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Vertical jump test

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You’re watching your clients heart rate during moderate aerobic exercise and notice her heart rate is not increasing. What antihypertensive medications could be preventing your clients heart rate to rise even though she is exercising?

A

Beta blockers

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What is an example of the “tell show do” technique used in the early stages of training

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Explaining the proper way to perform an exercise, showing your client, and then allowing them to try the exercise

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What is the main muscle group involved in the extension portion of a leg extension exercise

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Quadriceps

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Your client tells you that he wants to get into better shape because his wife loves to play tennis and he wants to be able to play with her. Which principle behavior change is this an example of?

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Observational learning

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Which phase of cardio respiratory training challenges the phosphagen system and is typically only entered into for clients with sports specific training goals

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Anaerobic power training

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Muscular power takes what two performance factors into account

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Force and velocity

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Which of the following is an example of a concentric contraction

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Hamstrings in a leg curl

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19
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Achieving efficient movement through opposing and contralateral pulls at joints refers to which movement principle

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Force-couple relationships

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20
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Into the body’s “core” muscles, which of the following is not a part of this group

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Rectus femoris

21
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During the first two weeks of an exercise program, strength gains are typically a result of what adaptation

A

Motor learning

22
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Which of the following best describes the principle of training overload?

A

Gradually adding more resistance then muscles have previously encountered

23
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Which type of exercise should older adults avoid in order to prevent spikes in blood pressure?

A

Isometric contractions

24
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What is the major benefit in performing a cool down

A

Prevents blood from pooling in your arms and legs

25
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All of the following trying to responsible for stability except

A

Glenohumeral

26
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Ben is a new client that has been released from his physician to take part in a basic exercise program. Ben is considered a low risk cardiac client. What is Ben’s functional capacity?

A

Greater than 7 METS

27
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Mind body exercise continues to emerge as an effective fitness and health enhancement modality. Which of the following are core benefits from regular participation in programs such as tai chi and hatha yoga

A

All of the above

28
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Bob has been training and competing in triathlons for five years. He wants to increase running speed and cycling power. How many times should you suggest he train per week?

A

4-7

29
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This week Janet has three sessions at 60 minutes apiece with an RPE rating of five. According to the training progression scale using RPE, what is Janets rating and points for the week?

A

900 points

30
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Janet is a 55-year-old woman you’ve recently taken on as a client. She currently walks a mile in 15 minutes and wants to be able to run a 5K in six months. What is the example of a SMART goal for her?

A

Janet will complete the mile in 12 minutes within two months

31
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In which resistance training phase should muscular strength and endurance be periodically assessed?

A

Load training

32
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How many days per week should a client do cardio exercise if they are in phase 2 of cardio respiratory training and want to keep progressing towards their goal?

A

2-4 days

33
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A one rep max test should be given in which phase of the ACE IFT model?

A

Phase 3 or 4

34
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Trainers can utilize the a ACE IFT model for core conditioning and balance training. Which stage of a ACE IFT model emphasize a seat and standing stabilization over a fixed base of support

A

Stage 2

35
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John has been strength training for six weeks. He is excited that he can now perform 12 repetitions of a seated row easily. What advice would you give John if he wants to increase his strength with this exercise?

A

Add 5% more resistance

36
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Which of the following is not true when planning a resistance workout for an older adult?

A

Client should begin with unsupported resistance exercises to improve balance

37
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What type of activities would you recommend to a client with arthritis?

A

All of the above

38
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Using the overload principle, which of the following techniques are used to advance upper body strength?

A

All of the above

39
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All of the following are ways to progress agility drills except

A

Increasing the base of support

40
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Which of the following is appropriate according to the ACE personal trainers scope of practice?

A

Teaching a client self myofascial releasing techniques

41
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Which of the following is an example of negligence?

A

Neglecting to spot a client during a benchpress exercise

42
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Your client wants to lose 10 pounds and wants your advice. Which of the following is considered within your scope of practice?

A

Show the client how to read nutrition labels

43
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Which of the following does not fit within the scope of practice for an ACE personal trainer?

A

Providing specific diet advice

44
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Kathryn is a new client who paid for 51 hour training sessions. In order for you to retain her as a long-term client, it is important that you develop a long-term exercise plan based on which of the following concepts

A

The concept of periodization

45
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You are performing the risk management protocol and are specifying the risks that may be encountered in the areas of instruction, supervision, facilities, equipment, contracts, and business structure. What step of the risk management protocol are you performing?

A

Risk identification

46
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You notice that a piece of equipment is not working properly, but have seen others using this piece of equipment with no problems. Which of the following would not be an approach for managing risk?

A

Solve

47
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A personal trainer may own and operate his or her own business. Which of the following would be the risk that consists of the cost of such things such as the property rental fees, equipment, employees and marketing in the opening of a business

A

Barriers to entry

48
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What role would a personal trainer play in keeping the clients diabetes under control?

A

Motivate the client to safely and regularly participate in physical activity

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