SSection 1 Review Flashcards
Bridget, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, is looking for ways to satisfy her CEU requirement. Which of the following would be an accepted means to fulfill this requirement?
Completing an NASM specialization worth 1.9 CEUs, along with a CPR/AED course for 0.1 CEUs
What is the dysfunction that occurs due to narrowing and rubbing of the soft tissue and bony structures of the shoulder?
Shoulder impingement
Which of the following is not a component of an integrated approach to exercise?
Diet supplementation
According to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct, for how long must a fitness professional maintain accurate financial, contract, appointment, and tax records?
4 years
What is homeostasis?
A process by which the human body continually strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium
What is the blood pressure measurement that occurs when the heart is at rest or between beats?
Diastolic blood pressure
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common injury to what part of the body?
Knee
Karim, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, recently retired from playing professional football and is beginning his career in the fitness industry. How can Karim best promote his experience as a professional athlete?
Karim’s experience as a professional athlete allows him to create a unique selling proposition (USP) allowing club members to exercise with a former professional athlete.
What two factors are used to calculate body mass index (BMI)?
Height and weight
Which statement best describes the second stage of the sales process?
Communicating solutions for the customer’s needs
Hypertension is categorized by a blood pressure greater than what measurement?
120/80 mm Hg
What type of fitness professional has advanced knowledge, training, and experience in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for competitive athletes?
Strength and conditioning coach
Mac, an NASM-CPT, has been working as a personal trainer at a health club for almost 3 years. He has consistently received positive job evaluations, making him eligible for a promotion. What opportunity would be the most appropriate to pursue, given his experience?
Fitness manager
What are two of the most common issues at the foot and ankle complex?
Sprains and plantar fasciitis
For a Certified Personal Trainer, what would provide the most time-efficient option for increasing income potential?
Learning how to lead group training programs
What is the main role of a personal trainer?
Assess clients and make recommendations for exercise programming and other lifestyle changes
How are open-ended questions best used during the sales process?
The questions identify the customer’s wants, needs, fears, and desires.
Why is it important for fitness professionals to pay attention to their personal grooming when working in a fitness facility?
Personal trainers are professionals. Having a professional appearance can help ensure that clients treat personal trainers as the professionals they are
When working in a health club, what piece of equipment would it be essential to know the location of?
The AED, in case the personal trainer will need to perform CPR on a health club member
Which of the following best defines cholesterol?
A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells
What is a professional development technique that helps individuals identify their personal strengths and weaknesses, opportunities for growth, and potential threats to success?
A SWOT analysis
Which condition is an example of a chronic disease?
Type 2 diabetes
What do the letters OPT within the OPT model stand for?
Optimum Performance Training
Why is continued education required for NASM Certified Personal Trainers?
To ensure that fitness professionals stay current on the latest understandings and research findings within the industry
What are the three levels of the OPT model?
Stabilization, strength, and power
Which term refers to a person’s education, income, and occupation?
Socioeconomic status
Which chronic disease is the leading cause of death in the world today?
Coronary artery disease
Which individual is suffering from an acute disease?
Jorge, who is sick with the flu
Identify the correct number of continuing education units (CEUs) that an NASM Certified Personal Trainer needs to complete in a 2-year cycle to renew the certification.
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Which of the following is not a negative side effect of stress?
The release of endorphins
Robert is a recently retired military veteran. He has earned his NASM-CPT credential because he wants to help young people prepare for the physical demands of serving in the military. Which employment options provide him with the greatest access to potential clients in all geographic locations?
Conducting online coaching and personal training
Which activity best demonstrates evidence-based practice?
Referencing peer-reviewed research
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Why can personal trainers be considered among the most important employees within a health club?
Personal trainers come in direct contact with members and can have the greatest influence on whether members achieve results.
Which common cause of death is the most preventable?
Obesity
Jessica is looking to grow in her career as a personal trainer. Which employment option would offer her the best chance to provide mentorship to fitness professionals, use managerial skills, and respond directly to member needs when necessary?
Fitness manager
What impacts can exercise have on cholesterol levels in the body?
It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol.
Which term best describes a class of chronic respiratory dysfunctions that are characterized by increased breathlessness, airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
At her first visit to her new fitness trainer, Alisha’s BMI was 26. According to this information, how would Alisha be classified?
Overweight
Which of the following is unique to type 2 diabetes?
Insulin resistance
What percentage of adults experience low-back pain at least once in their lifetime?
80%
Which type of cholesterol tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?
LDL (low-density lipoprotein)
In a SWOT analysis, which of the following would be an example of a strength?
Having the NASM-CPT credential
Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires the use of appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions?
Professionalism
What is the best choice of attire to an interview at a health club?
Professional business attire
Maria is interviewing for her first job as a fitness professional at a boutique fitness studio. Which previous experience would she want to make sure to discuss during the interview to demonstrate qualities of a Certified Personal Trainer?
Maria was repeatedly recognized as a top salesperson at the clothing store where she has been working.
Which statement about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is accurate? Did
It is not a curable disease.
What marketing strategy would be most effective at helping a fitness professional tell a story and create an instantly recognizable level of service?
Creating a brand identity
What condition is characterized by the narrowing of coronary arteries?
Ischemic heart disease
During an interview with the hiring manager at a large health club, Sarah, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, is asked how she can contribute as a personal trainer even though she has no formal experience working in the field. What would be the most appropriate response?
Sarah discusses her previous work experience in a busy day care, where she had to multitask multiple times a day to perform her job duties. She thinks the multitasking helped prepare her for the demands of a busy fitness floor.
Which statement about lowering blood pressure is true?
Planned exercise alone is typically insufficient for acutely lowering and controlling hypertension.
What most correctly identifies the purpose of a resume?
A resume allows a job candidate to present their job skills to a potential employer.
Using the healthcare continuum, how would training with a fitness professional be classified?
Preventive care
What is a prospect?
An individual who has been identified as a potential client
What term describes the process of building a relationship based on communication and trust?
Building rapport
What are the three levels of the OPT model?
Stabilization, strength, and power
Recently, what has become an effective way to deliver customized exercise solutions to clients based on their individual needs?
Offering online coaching programs
Which individual is suffering from an acute disease?
Jorge, who is sick with the flu
Which component of evidence-based practice refers to a fitness professional’s accumulated education, experience, and practical skills?
Individual professional expertise
What is a professional development technique that helps individuals identify their personal strengths and weaknesses, opportunities for growth, and potential threats to success?
A SWOT analysis
A SWOT analysis
A business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal
Which of the following is true about cholesterol?
Exercise has been shown to help reduce high cholesterol.
Why is it important for fitness professionals to pay attention to their personal grooming when working in a fitness facility?
Personal trainers are professionals. Having a professional appearance can help ensure that clients treat personal trainers as the professionals they are.
Roberta is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer who is going to be working as an independent contractor at a popular health club. What is the most important step to take before starting her job?
Purchasing liability insurance to protect her personal assets
Javier has recently earned his NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential and is starting to apply to health clubs for his first job as a personal trainer. Which job from his previous non-fitness industry work experience demonstrates qualities that would best be applicable to personal training?
Restaurant server
When NASM recommends relying on the current best information in making decisions about client care, what is it referring to?
Evidence-based practice
Mac, an NASM-CPT, has been working as a personal trainer at a health club for almost 3 years. He has consistently received positive job evaluations, making him eligible for a promotion. What opportunity would be the most appropriate to pursue, given his experience?
Fitness manager
At her first visit to her new fitness trainer, Alisha’s BMI was 26. According to this information, how would Alisha be classified?
Overweight
Which statement about a Certified Personal Trainer’s scope of practice is accurate?
Certified Personal Trainers do not diagnose or treat areas of pain or disease.
Which statement best describes the first stage of the sales process?
Identifying a customer’s needs
What is the best choice of attire to an interview at a health club?
Professional business attire
What is the purpose of a professional personal training certification?
To ensure that individual job candidates can demonstrate the ability to perform the tasks required for this job category
Bridget, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, is looking for ways to satisfy her CEU requirement. Which of the following would be an accepted means to fulfill this requirement?
Completing an NASM specialization worth 1.9 CEUs, along with a CPR/AED course for 0.1 CEUs
How many CEUs does the mandatory CPR/AED certification provide for renewal of the NASM-CPT credential?
0.1
Which chronic disease is the leading cause of death in the world today?
Coronary artery disease
Hypertension is categorized by a blood pressure greater than what measurement?
120/80 mm Hg
What are the basic two types of disease?
Chronic and acute
Which of the following injuries is characterized by a sharp pain in the bottom of the heel that makes it difficult to walk?
Plantar fasciitis
Denise has just earned her NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential and has been hired at a health club. She hopes to attract and retain clientele to grow her business. What qualities would most help Denise be successful in her new career?
Providing accountability, support, feedback and guidance, and results
What is homeostasis?
process by which the human body continually strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium
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Dan, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, completed what he felt was a very successful interview with the hiring manager at a top fitness studio. What is the best course of action if Dan is interested in moving on to the next phase of the interview process?
Writing a handwritten note to thank the hiring manager for the opportunity to interview for the job
What percentage of adults experience low-back pain at least once in their lifetime?
80%
What marketing strategy would be most effective at helping a fitness professional tell a story and create an instantly recognizable level of service?
Creating a brand identity
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Submitted
NextNext
Which statement about lowering blood pressure is true?
Planned exercise alone is typically insufficient for acutely lowering and controlling hypertension.
What are two of the most common issues at the foot and ankle complex?
Sprains and plantar fasciitis
What type of health concern is the leading cause of death in the world today?
Chronic diseases and conditions
What statement best describes a premium health club?
A health club that features multiple group-fitness studio options and provides a selection of high-end amenities
How can fitness professionals earn CEUs?
Attending fitness industry conferences
What is forecasting?
A business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal
Beth is considering opportunities for how to begin her career as a fitness professional. If her primary goal is to earn a stable income by helping clients reach their fitness goals, which of the following would provide the best option?
Working for a premium health club company
How many pages are most appropriate for a resume?
One to two pages
Which of the following answers indicates a primary difference between working as an independent contractor and working as an employee?
An independent contractor is responsible for paying their own taxes, while an employee has taxes withheld by the employer.
What statement best describes a nonprofit health club?
A health club that uses revenue from fitness programs and memberships to cover operational costs, improve facilities, and fund a wide range of community-based initiatives
The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary, make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
Neuromuscular efficiency
At his first visit to his new fitness trainer, Robert’s BMI was 37. According to this information, how would Robert be classified?
Obese
What statement best describes a low-cost health club?
A health club that offers a low-price membership, often including very few amenities other than access to exercise equipment
The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary, make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
Homeostasis
Which of the following is unique to type 2 diabetes?
Insulin resistance
Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires the use of appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions?
Professionalism
Which component of evidence-based practice refers to a fitness professional’s accumulated education, experience, and practical skills?
Individual professional expertise
Which type of cholesterol tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?
LDL (low-density lipoprotein)
What statement best describes a mid-market health club?
A health club that provides all the features of low-cost clubs and additional amenities like higher-end locker rooms, snack and supplement sales, and group fitness workouts included in the price of membership
Recently, what has become an effective way to deliver customized exercise solutions to clients based on their individual needs?
Offering online coaching programs
How can health best be defined?
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Hypertension is categorized by a blood pressure greater than what measurement?
120/80 mm Hg
The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary, make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
Homeostasis
What is forecasting?
A business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal
What percentage of adults experience low-back pain at least once in their lifetime?
80%
What statement best describes a nonprofit health club?
A health club that uses revenue from fitness programs and memberships to cover operational costs, improve facilities, and fund a wide range of community-based initiatives
The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary, make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
Homeostasis
What statement best describes a mid-market health club?
A health club that provides all the features of low-cost clubs and additional amenities like higher-end locker rooms, snack and supplement sales, and group fitness workouts included in the price of membership
For a Certified Personal Trainer, what would provide the most time-efficient option for increasing income potential?
Learning how to lead group training programs
What statement best describes the main benefit for establishing a brand identity?
A brand identity establishes a top-of-mind presence.
What is the most effective way to learn more about a large health club company before an interview with a hiring manager?
Reviewing the company website and social media channels to learn about all the programs and services offered
What impacts can exercise have on cholesterol levels in the body?
It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol.
Which statement best describes the term deconditioned?
A state in which a person may have a combination of muscle imbalances, poor flexibility, insufficient endurance, or limited joint stability
What is a professional development technique that helps individuals identify their personal strengths and weaknesses, opportunities for growth, and potential threats to success?
A SWOT analysis
