Study Exam Sept 17, 2017 Flashcards
Which of the following vitamins and minerals are known to have the greatest potential for excess dosage in dietary supplements?
a. Vitamin A, vitamin D, iron, and zinc
b. Vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid, and biotin
c. Beta-Carotene, vitamin E, vitamin K, and niacin
d. Iodine, magnesium, copper, and fluoride
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?
a. 85
b. 104
c. 117
d. 170
A series of exercises that is performed one after the other, with minimal rest, is referred to as what type of training system?
a. Multiple set system
b. Pyramid system
c. Superset system
d. Circuit training system
To ensure proper front-side mechanics during sprinting, the ankle must be in a position of
a. plantarflexion.
b. eversion.
c. dorsiflexion.
d. inversion.
The principle that states the body will adapt to the demands that are placed upon it is called the Principle of:
a. Periodization.
b. Efficiency.
c. Overload.
d. Specificity.
The principle that states the body will adapt to the demands that are placed upon it is called the Principle of:
a. Periodization.
b. Efficiency.
c. Overload.
d. Specificity.
A client shows signs of obesity, insulin resistance, and hypertension. The combination of these three symptoms are correlated with which of the following disorders?
a. Metabolic syndrome
b. Restrictive lung disease
c. Peripheral edema condition
d. Coronary heart disease
Which of the following contributes to rapid weight loss when consuming a low carbohydrate diet?
a. Increase in waste excretion
b. Loss of body fat
c. Increase in metabolism
d. Loss of water
Which of the following is the system activated at the onset of any activity, regardless of intensity?
a. EPOC
b. ATP-PC
c. Oxidative
d. Glycolysis
Which of the following is an example of an appropriate spotting technique?
a. Spot at the client’s elbows when performing a barbell exercise.
b. The spotter should grab the handles on a machine-based exercise.
c. When spotting a barbell squat, the spotter should stand in front of the client.
d. The spotter should spot at the wrists when clients are performing a dumbbell exercise.
Based on Overhead Squat Assessment findings, if a client exhibits knees moving inward, which flexibility exercise is recommended?
a. Abductor static stretch
b. Adductor static stretch
c. Piriformis foam roller
d. Psoas foam roller
Which of the following is an example of a strength level resistance training exercise for legs?
a. Multiplanar step-up to balance
b. Single-leg squat
c. Single-leg dead lift
d. Multiplanar dumbbell step-up
Which of the five principles of goal setting focuses on establishing goals that are challenging but not extreme?
a. Attainable
b. Realistic
c. Specific
d. Timely
A client’s shoulders elevate during a pulling assessment. Which of the following muscles may be underactive?
a. Levator scapulae
b. Latissimus dorsi
c. Sternocleidomastoid
d. Mid and lower trapezius
Which of the following is a measuring site of the Durnin–Womersley formula?
a. Calf
b. Mid-axillary line
c. Subscapular
d. Thigh
Feedback regarding personal history such as sport, lifestyle, and past medical history would be best described as:
a. objective information.
b. subjective information.
c. movement assessment.
d. fitness assessment.
In the Stabilization Endurance Phase, exercises should be performed with which of the following types of intensity?
a. High
b. Low
c. Maximal
d. Moderate
When performing a _____, the load must be placed in such a way to resist elbow extension.
a. standing triceps extension
b. biceps curl
c. standing cable row
d. dumbbell chest press
Which of the following is contraindicated when training a client who is pregnant?
a. Fitness assessments should be performed using seated or standing exercises.
b. Stabilization Endurance training should be used during the second and third trimesters
c. Exercise should be done in a supine position after the first trimester.
d. Plyometric training may be done in the first trimester.
Which of the following is a category of subjective information?
a. Body composition
b. Cardiorespiratory assessment
c. Medical background
d. Performance assessment
Which of the following muscles is lengthened in Lower Crossed Syndrome?
a. Psoas minor
b. Rectus femoris
c. Erector Spinae
d. Transverse abdominis
Which one of the following exercises is classified as a balance-strength exercise?
a. Single-leg squat touchdown
b. Single-leg lift and chop
c. Single-leg balance and reach
d. Single-leg hop with stabilization
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?
a. Postural
b. Structural
c. Functional
d. Neuromuscular
Which of the following is an appropriate intensity when training a client who is obese?
a. 20 to 30% of their maximum heart rate
b. 40 to 50% of their maximum heart rate
c. 60 to 70% of their maximum heart rate
d. 85 to 95% of their maximum heart rate
Which of the following muscles is underactive if a client demonstrates an anterior pelvic tilt?
a. Erector spinae
b. Psoas
c. Latissimus dorsi
d. Gluteus maximus
When a client performs reactive exercises in the Stabilization Level of training, they should hold the landing position for how many seconds before repeating the movement?
a. 1 to 2 seconds
b. 3 to 5 seconds
c. 6 to 7 seconds
d. 8 to 10 seconds
In which of the following situations should a Certified Personal Trainer refer a client to a medical practitioner?
a. When the trainer becomes aware of undiagnosed osteoporosis.
b. When the trainer becomes aware of diagnosed diabetes.
c. When the trainer becomes aware of diagnosed hypertension.
d. When the trainer becomes aware of an undiagnosed allergy.
Dehydration affects the body by increasing:
a. blood volume.
b. performance.
c. heart rate.
d. sweat rate.
How many ounces of water should a client consume immediately after exercise for every pound lost?
a. 6 to 12 ounces
b. 16 to 24 ounces
c. 24 to 32 ounces
d. 32 to 48 ounces
After completing the Three-Minute Step Test, a 20-year-old male scored in zone 2. What is the correct heart rate range for when he does cardio training?
a. 86% to 95% of HR max
b. 76% to 85% of HR max
c. 65% to 75% of HR max
d. 55% to 60% of HR max
Which of the following muscles is part of the core local stabilization system?
a. Transverse abdominis
b. External oblique
c. Latissimus dorsi
d. Pectineus
Which of the following is the third step in the Stages of Change model?
a. Action
b. Precontemplation
c. Contemplation
d. Preparation
Which of the following muscles is the prime mover when a client performs a row?
a. Latissimus dorsi
b. Posterior deltoid
c. Pectoralis major
d. Pectoralis minor
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?
a. Resistance development
b. Alarm reaction
c. Exhaustion
d. Periodization
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?
a. Adductor longus
b. Vastus medialis oblique
c. Gluteus maximus
d. Piriformis
According to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct, a Certified Personal Trainer shall maintain accurate financial, contract appointments, and tax records including original receipts for a minimum of:
a. six months.
b. twelve months.
c. two years.
d. four years.
A client cannot perform a full prone iso-abs exercise, which of the following would be an appropriate regression?
a. Perform prone iso-abs with knees on floor.
b. Perform prone iso-abs with feet on stability ball.
c. Perform a back extension.
d. Perform a stability ball crunch.
Which of the following is the recommended rest interval when performing a circuit for Phase 5 resistance training?
a. 0 to 30 seconds
b. 31 to 60 seconds
c. 1 to 2 minutes
d. 3 to 5 minutes
Which of the following movement dysfunctions will create abnormal stress throughout the kinetic chain?
a. Over-pronation of the foot
b. Neutrality of the umbo-pelvic-hip complex
c. Patella tracking parallel with the foot
d. Neutrality of the scapulae
When assessing an overhead squat, an indication of relative flexibility due to tightness in the lateral gastrocnemius is:
a. the knees moving inward.
b. external rotation of the feet.
c. excessive forward lean.
d. low back arches.