NASM CPT PRACTICE TEST Questions with Complete Solutions
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
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NASM CPT PRACTICE TEST Questions with Complete Solutions
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: 1-2 minutes
d: 3-5 minutes -Answer- D: 3-5 minutes
Which of the following is part of the marketing mix?
a:prominence
b: public
c: place
d: professionalism -Answer- C: place
When a client practices self-myofascial release, which of the following physiological changes is the goal?
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. -Answer- d. An increase in Golgi tendon organ activity results in relaxation of a muscle.
Which of the following is the correct repetition range and tempo for the Stabilization, Strength and Power Phases of the OPT model?
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 -Answer- a. 12-20/Slow, 1-12/ Moderate, 1-10/Explosive
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 -Answer- b. 76% to 85% of HR max
Which of the following is the innermost layer of muscular connective tissue?
Select one:
a. Fasciculus
b. Endomysium
c. Perimysium
d. Epimysium -Answer- b. Endomysium
All of the following make up the five kinetic chain checkpoints EXCEPT the
Select one:
a. foot-ankle complex.
b. lumbo-pelvic hip complex.
c. shoulder complex.
d. hand-wrist complex. -Answer- d. hand-wrist complex.
Which of the following statements is true concerning client goal setting?
Select one:
a. Clients who are certain about what they want to accomplish are less likely to successfully make life changes.
b. A long-term goal keeps the client motivated for a longer period of time.
c. Setting achievable goals at the lower end of a client's ability will build more confidence when accomplished.
d. Goals should be consistent with a client's own ideals and ambitions. -Answer- d. Goals should be consistent with a client's own ideals and ambitions.
Dehydration affects the body by increasing:
Select one:
a. blood volume.
b. performance.
c. heart rate.
d. sweat rate. -Answer- c. heart rate.
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. -Answer- a. Progression should be from seated machines to standing exercises, 8 to 10 exercises.
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 -Answer- d. 170
Personal trainers have a maximum of how many seconds to make a good first impression?
Select one:
a. 10 seconds
b. 15 seconds
c. 20 seconds
d. 30 seconds -Answer- c. 20 seconds
Which of the following terms refers to the elevation of the body's metabolism after exercise?
Select one:
a. RER
b. EPOC
c. HRR
d. RPE -Answer- b. EPOC
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 -Answer- a. Shark skill test
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