Question 1 of 150

1. How many calories are in one gram of carbohydrates?

 4

 6

 9

 2

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Question 2 of 150

2. Scoliosis is defined as

 lateral spinal curvature

 sway back

 increased posterior thoracic curvature

 decreased anterior lumbar curvature

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Question 3 of 150

3. Which of the following learning styles would a client prefer hearing the exercise instructions?

 Actionable

 Visual

 Kinesthetic

 Auditory

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Question 4 of 150

4. The trainer and client have been working out for the past two weeks when the trainer becomes aware that the client has had multiple back injuries in the past. The client wants to continue to exercise as their back is not hurting that day. What is the best course of action for the trainer to take?

 Warm up the low back area to prevent damage

 Massage the area of pain

 Stop the session and have the client receive medical clearance from their doctor before scheduling another training session

 Modify the program to address weak core muscles

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Question 5 of 150

5. The client is performing a push up assessment. Which muscles might the client feel fatigue in and are working as the agonists?

 Pectoralis Minor, Biceps

 Pectoralis Major, Triceps

 Latissimus Dorsi, Triceps

 Latissimus Dorsi, Biceps

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Question 6 of 150

6. Manipulating the environment to increase the likelihood of completing specific behaviors such as packing your workout bag before bed, is known as

 Positive reinforcement

 Negative reinforcement

 Stimulus Control

 Inherent Motivation

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Question 7 of 150

7. Which of the following would be the best cue to give a client prior to beginning the squat exercise?

 Engage the Transverse Abdominis and core muscles to stabilize the lumbar spine

 Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, shoulder and head forward and weight distributed toward the heels

 Stand with your feet hip width apart shoulders and head in a neutral position and weight distributed toward the toes

 Relax the core muscles to keep the spine neutral and begin the movement by bending your knees

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Question 8 of 150

8. Regarding physical contact, which of the following should take place?

 Inform the client that they will be touched and ask for permission

 Touch them only in a way that does not make them upset

 Do not touch them if they are of the opposite gender

 Inform them that you are about to touch them

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Question 9 of 150

9. A trainer knows that the most critical time to ensure motivation with a client is in the first 3 to 6 months. With this in mind which of the following should a trainer focus on to help ensure that motivation is optimized during that time period?

 Focus on positive reinforcement and ensure the client has a high self-efficacy

 Focus on negative reinforcement and lower the clients self-efficacy

 Use operant conditioning to lower the likelihood of positive behaviors

 Create positive habits by a negative reward stimulus

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Question 10 of 150

10. After the client has corrected postural imbalances, demonstrated adequate flexibility and improved core function through phase one training, what would be the most appropriate progression for the trainer to include in the next phase of training?

 Movement Training including the 5 primary fitness movements

 Performance Training including speed and agility drills

 Load Training including adding weight to the 5 primary fitness movements

 Aerobic Base training including interval sprints

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Question 11 of 150

11. During the passive straight leg raise hamstring assessment, the trainer notices that a client can achieve 80 degrees of hip flexion before the pelvis rotates posteriorly. How would the hamstring flexibility be classified?

 Tight

 Weak

 Normal

 Limited

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Question 12 of 150

12. Which of the following nonverbal communications is best to use to show interest in the client?

 Look away from the client

 Speak in a soft voice

 Lean backwards with arms crossed

 Lean forwards with arms relaxed

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Question 13 of 150

13. Which of the following would be the most accurate way to measure a clients blood pressure?

 Standing using right or left arm

 Sitting with feet flat on the floor using right or left arm

 Sitting crossed legged using the right arm only

 Sitting or standing with arm slightly flexed with both feet flat on the floor

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Question 14 of 150

14. The subjective perception or belief of one’s own capabilities and ability to succeed is best defined by which of the following?

 Self-efficacy

 Lumbar lordosis

 Health belief

 Transtheoretical model

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Question 15 of 150

15. During a squat exercise, a client consistently displays an anteriorly rotated pelvis and excessive lumbar lordosis. Which of the following cues would be most appropriate to address and correct this issue?

 Retract the shoulder blades

 Arch the low back

 Ensure your lumbar spine is in a neutral position

 Round your upper back

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Question 16 of 150

16. A trainer tells a client to increase the velocity of the exercise while maintaining the same load. This is an example of which of the following?

 Increase in strength

 Increase in control

 Increase in power

 Increase in stability

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Question 17 of 150

17. Daily stress and barriers to being active would most likely be found in which of the following questionnaires?

 Health History Questionnaire

 PAR-Q

 Lifestyle Questionnaire

 FITT-VP

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Question 18 of 150

18. Foot pronation and eversion indicate

 that the foot is flattening

 that the foot has a high arch

 that the heel is raised

 that the ball of the foot is moving medially

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Question 19 of 150

19. If a client loses 32 oz of weight what would the minimum recommended fluid intake be?

 32oz

 16oz

 48oz

 36oz

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Question 20 of 150

20. During a basketball game, a client ruptures their Achilles tendon. The injury requires surgery and rehab that lasts 3 months. During this time the personal trainer is unable to work with the client. Once the rehab is complete and they have gotten the approval to begin working with the trainer again, what should be the first course of action to promote motivation and adherence?

 Follow the physical therapists recommendations during the workout

 Reset SMART goals and perform new assessments

 Massage the clients injury based on physical therapists recommendations

 Perform a pain tolerance test to ensure the client can workout without pain

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Question 21 of 150

21. In a postural assessment you notice that the internal rotators of the shoulder are tight. From the list below, which muscles are tight would need to be stretched?

 Subscapularis, infraspinatus, teres minor, posterior deltoid

 Subscapularis, teres major, latissimus dorsi, pectoralis major

 Teres minor, lower trapezius, middle trapezius, rhomboids

 Supraspinatus, anterior deltoid, teres minor, infraspinatus

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Question 22 of 150

22. Which of the following is an adaptation of endurance exercise in type 1 muscle fibers?

 Increase in the size and number of mitochondria

 Decrease in cell volume

 Increase in elasticity

 Increase in rate of force production

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Question 23 of 150

23. A client is performing an anterior dumbbell raise in which shoulder flexion is occurring. Which of the following muscles would be considered the agonist?

 Posterior Deltoid

 Anterior Deltoid

 Latissimus Dorsi

 Lower and middle fibers of the Pectoralis Major

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Question 24 of 150

24. A client is performing a maximum repetition chin up exercise as an assessment for upper body strength. Which of the following muscles are considered the prime movers for this exercise?

 Pectoralis Minor and Triceps

 Pectoralis Major and Triceps

 Latissimus Dorsi and Biceps

 Biceps and Triceps

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Question 25 of 150

25. To assist with adherence to an exercise program a client reaches out to a trainer to ask questions. The client tells the trainer he has had a difficult time staying motivated and has not worked out at all recently. He asks the trainer to design a workout program for him and the trainer agrees. What stage of change does this client most likely fall into?

 Precontemplation

 Action

 Preparation

 Contemplation

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Question 26 of 150

26. Through postural analysis you determine that a client has the rounded shoulders forward head movement compensation. Because of this you program a beginners exercise to strengthen the rhomboids and mid/lower trapezius. Which of the following exercises addresses this concern?

 Bent over barbell row

 Standing cable press

 machine reverse fly

 Isometric reverse fly on a wall

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Question 27 of 150

27. Which of the following BMI Classifications is considered Normal?

 26

 31

 17

 22

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Question 28 of 150

28. While performing a body composition using the Jackson & Pollock three-site skinfold test, a trainer determines that a client has a lean body weight of 125 pounds. Knowing that the client weighs a total of 156 pounds, what is the total body fat percentage of the client?

 24.5%

 22.1%

 19.8%

 15.8%

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Question 29 of 150

29. In a static postural assessment the trainer observes the client from the lateral view and discovers that their ear protrudes in front of their shoulder. What movement compensation is this associated with?

 Anterior pelvic tilt

 Lateral cervical deviation

 Posterior cervical deviation

 Forward head position

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Question 30 of 150

30. You notice that a client is standing with their scapulae in a protracted position. This is causing the palms of the hands to face posteriorly. Which of the following muscles are responsible for this occurrence?

 Tight pectoralis major and weak middle and lower trapezius

 Tight rhomboids and weak pectoralis minor

 Weak pectoralis major and Weak rhomboids

 Weak upper trapezius and tight posterior deltoid

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Question 31 of 150

31. Which of the following actions would most closely align with a personal trainers scope of practice regarding nutritional supplements?

 Recommend supplements known to be safe

 Suggest only supplements that are proven to work

 Educate the client to allow them to make their own decisions

 Suggest they listen to the sales staff at a supplement store

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Question 32 of 150

32. The HIPAA Act insures that your client has control over who they give their medical information to. What does HIPAA stand for?

 Health Instinctive Priority and Acceptability Act

 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

 Health Incentive Privatization and Accreditation Act

 Health Intuitive Personalization and Acceptability Act

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Question 33 of 150

33. All of the following are primary benefits of using facebook as a fitness professional except which?

 Connect with potential clients

 promote research articles to build value

 generate leads to drive business

 ensure clients social lives are conducive to their goals

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Question 34 of 150

34. A trainer notices that a clients low back arches during a squat, indicating an anterior pelvic tilt. Which muscles are suspected to be tight and should be stretched for this movement compensation?

 Hamstrings, Rectus Abdominis

 Hip Flexors, Erector Spinae

 Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius

 Adductors, Gastrocnemius

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Question 35 of 150

35. According to the motor-learning effect, at what point in resistance training are clients most likely to be able to lift heavier loads due to improved nervous system communication and motor unit recruitment?

 1-2 weeks

 6 months

 1 year

 2 years

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Question 36 of 150

36. Which of the following is the best example of violating the HIPAA laws?

 Share information about your clients medical history without written consent

 Share information about your clients medical history with their written consent

 Keep your clients folder in a locked file cabinet

 Share a clients phone number with your gym manager

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Question 37 of 150

37. All of the following characterize a positive client experience except which?

 Clear communication and being respectful

 Show the client your credentials to prove your value

 Be friendly

 Be knowledgeable and helpful

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Question 38 of 150

38. All of the following are signs of heat stroke except which?

 Hot dry skin

 Chang in mental status

 Labored breathing

 Headache

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Question 39 of 150

39. Which of the following is most likely to promote adherence to an exercise program and increase the likelihood of a positive behavior reoccurring?

 Constructive Criticism

 Negative Reinforcement

 Positive Reinforcement

 Stimulus Control

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Question 40 of 150

40. Repetitive movements are commonly associated to which of the following?

 Postural deviations and muscle imbalances

 Psychological stress and pathologies

 Illness and structural impairments

 Coronary artery disease and stroke

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Question 41 of 150

41. All of the following are ACE IFT phases except which?

 Stability and Mobility Training

 Load Training

 Performance Training

 Functional Training

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Question 42 of 150

42. A client discusses how they are not comfortable working out in open spaces because they feel that people stare. The trainer responds by saying, “It sounds like you are don’t like exercising in public”, before suggesting a different area to workout. Which of the following communication techniques is the trainer using?

 Probing

 Clarifying

 Reflecting

 Confronting

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Question 43 of 150

43. The personal trainer has assisted the client in the goals setting process and created a SMART goal. The trainer performs all the assessments that can help to establish a baseline to achieve the new fitness goal. What should be completed after one month to measure improvements and increase the likelihood of adherence to working with the trainer?

 Establish a different long term goal

 Reward the completion of the first month with a cheat meal

 Perform reassessments to measure progress and establish a new baseline

 Identify a performance goal that can now be worked toward

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Question 44 of 150

44. David has normal blood pressure. Which of the following readings fits into the normal category?

 140/90

 126/80

 150/92

 130/92

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Question 45 of 150

45. Which of the following adaptations is most likely to occur in a triathlete?

 Increase red blood cell count

 Increased creatine stores

 Increased rate of force production

 Increased glycolytic enzymes

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Question 46 of 150

46. During pregnancy to ensure the client comfortable, which of the following methods for measuring intensity is most appropriate?

 VO2 Max

 VT2

 FITT-VP

 Talk test

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Question 47 of 150

47. A cognitive stage learner

 Makes few mistakes

 Sometimes makes mistakes but autocorrects

 Sometimes makes mistakes but doesn’t auto correct

 Makes many mistakes

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Question 48 of 150

48. The removal of aversive stimuli when a undesirable behavior is performed would be define which of the following?

 Positive Reinforcement

 Negative Reinforcement

 Shaping

 Observational Learning

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Question 49 of 150

49. Bracing the core before performing any bend and lift movement is beneficial for all of the following reasons except which?

 Minimizes the risk of injury and increases safety

 Increases stability of the lumbar spine

 Decreases the likelihood of excessive lumbar lordosis

 Decreases the likelihood of rounding of the shoulders

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Question 50 of 150

50. Regarding Iliotibial band syndrome, which of the following would be the best way to address this issue and stay within the personal trainers scope of practice?

 Massage the clients IT band using a foam roll

 Teach the client how to foam roll their IT band

 Teach the client mobility exercises of the ankle

 Implement exercises to strengthen the lumbar spine

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Question 51 of 150

51. The US Department of Health and Human Services identifies that health benefits are maximized around how many minutes of moderate intensity physical activity?

 30 minutes per day 3 days per week

 20 minutes per day 5 days per week

 15 minutes per day 7 days per week

 30 minutes per day 5 days per week

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Question 52 of 150

52. Which of the following exercise environments would be considered the largest danger to health?

 Cold and dry

 Cold and humid

 Hot and dry

 Hot and humid

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Question 53 of 150

53. An increase in stroke volume caused by cardiorespiratory endurance training is associated with all of the following except which?

 Increased cardiac output

 Lower resting heart rate

 Increased mitochondrial density in the cell

 Decreased maximal heart rate

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Question 54 of 150

54. When discussing supplements with a client what can the personal trainer say without overstepping their scope of practice?

 You should take a whey protein powder to gain muscle

 Some studies show that taking multivitamin can ensure adequate intake of vitamins

 I recommend you get on a zinc supplement to assist with weight loss

 Buy a magnesium supplement to help you get to sleep at night

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Question 55 of 150

55. Before performing any fitness test and establishing a baseline fitness level, it is important for the trainer to explain to the client that they may feel uncomfortable during the assessment. Also the trainer should stop the test when all of the following events occur except which?

 Angina symptoms are felt

 Lightheadedness occurs

 Subject requests to stop

 Heart rate increases

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Question 56 of 150

56. During a squat and a lunge assessment you notice a client’s knees are moving inward. Which of the following muscles would need to be stretched to address this issue?

 Abductors

 Adductors

 Vastus Medialis

 Gluteus Maximus

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Question 57 of 150

57. A trainer asks a client to complete a food log to analyze why they are complaining about having low energy. Which of the following cognitive behavioral techniques would this be an example of?

 Intrinsic feedback

 Decision making

 Goal setting

 Self-monitoring

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Question 58 of 150

58. A client is dealing with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Which type of exercises for the knee should be cautioned?

 Closed chain exercises

 Open chain exercises

 Neutral chain exercises

 Right chain exercises

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Question 59 of 150

59. You notice that one of your clients running shoes are becoming warn out and need replacing. You decide to educate your clients about the timing and distance in which shoes should be replaced. Which of the following is an appropriate statement?

 Replace shoes after 3-6 months or 350-500 miles

 Replace shoes after 2 months or 200-300 miles

 Replace shoes after 12 months or 600-800 miles

 Only replace shoes when tread depth is below 1mm

Question 59 of 150

Question 60 of 150

60. This form states that the client is acknowledging having been notified about the risks associated with exercise.

 Informed Consent

 Medical Release

 Waiver

 Release of Liability

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Question 61 of 150

61. ACE typically explains progression through use of the Double progressive training protocol. What is their recommendation for progressing a strength training circuit?

 Increase the number of reps and increase the load by 5%

 Increase the number of circuits and increase the load by 5%

 Increase the number of reps and increase the load by 10%

 Increase the number of circuits and increase the load by 15%

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Question 62 of 150

62. During a conversation with a client, the personal trainer seeks further clarification by restating the main points and feelings from what the client has said. He states, “It seems like your last personal trainer pushed you too hard and at too high of an intensity”. This is an example of which of the following effective listening techniques?

 Encouraging

 Paraphrasing

 Reflecting

 Summarizing

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Question 63 of 150

63. The cognitive stage of learning exercises is associated with what type of movements?

 Fluid and smooth

 Coordinated and thoughtful

 Uncoordinated and jerky

 Auto-correcting and easy

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Question 64 of 150

64. During a squat exercise the trainer notices that the lines running through the tibia and torso intersect and are not parallel. Which movement compensation is occurring?

 Excessive forward lean

 Knees cave inward

 Heels raise

 Low back arches

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Question 65 of 150

65. Which of the following stages of change is a client most likely to fall back into previous bad habits and relapse?

 Contemplation

 Action

 Preparation

 Precontemplation

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Question 66 of 150

66. One pound of fat contains 3,500 calories. What caloric deficit is needed to lose one pound per week?

 300

 500

 700

 1000

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Question 67 of 150

67. During a triathalon a client loses 4 pounds of weight. Which of the following falls within the recommended levels for post activity fluid intake.

 36oz

 64oz

 48oz

 28oz

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Question 68 of 150

68. All of the following are ACE IFT phases of cardiorespiratory training except which?

 Aerobic-Frequency Training

 Aerobic-Efficiency Training

 Anaerobic-Endurance Training

 Anaerobic-Power Training

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Question 69 of 150

69. In what environmental condition is it most important to stay hydrated?

 hot and dry

 hot and humid

 cold and dry

 cold and humid

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Question 70 of 150

70. Chest pain caused by insufficient oxygen supply to the heart is termed

 Angina

 Myocardial Infarction

 Syncope

 Stroke

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Question 71 of 150

71. Presentation of an encouraging stimulus that increases the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring would define which of the following terms?

 Negative Reinforcement

 Positive Reinforcement

 Intrinsic Motivation

 Extrinsic Motivation

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Question 72 of 150

72. According to the Jackson & Polluck skinfold assessment to measure body fat, which of the following locations are appropriate to use for a male client?

 Chest, Tricep, Suprailium

 Triceps, Thigh, Suprailium

 Chest, Thigh, Abdominal

 Subscapular, Axillary, Suprailium

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Question 73 of 150

73. All of the following are important defenses to litigation for negligence except which?

 Informed consent

 Agreement to participate

 waiver and release of liability

 Exercise contract

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Question 74 of 150

74. A client finds them self working out sporadically. Last month they showed up to the gym only twice and walked on the treadmill. The client approaches a trainer to discuss how they are ready to become more committed but are looking for help. Which stage of change is this client in?

 Precontemplation

 Contemplation

 Preparation

 Action

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Question 75 of 150

75. Which of the following medications produces a lower heart rate at rest and while exercising?

 Antihistamines

 Diuretics

 Beta Blockers

 Antidepressants

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Question 76 of 150

76. While working with a new client a trainer has to provide constant feedback and many corrections to ensure proper form. This person is most likely in what stage of learning?

 Autonomous

 Associative

 Actionable

 Cognitive

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Question 77 of 150

77. A trainer has a new elderly client and is determining which assessments he should perform. He first performs a clearing test to make sure any current pain is not increased during movement and receives positive results. All of the following assessments are not recommended except which?

 1 RM Squat Test

 Vertical Jump Test

 Shoulder External Rotation Test

 1 RM Bench Press Test

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Question 78 of 150

78. In which stage of learning would the personal trainer tend to monitor form and provide limited feedback?

 Autonomous

 Cognitive

 Associative

 Actionable

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Question 79 of 150

79. Asking additional questions in an attempt to gather more information and encourage the client to talk further would best describe which term?

 Deflecting

 Paraphrasing

 Reflecting

 Probing

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Question 80 of 150

80. Using FITTE is the best way to design an aerobic training program. What does FITTE Stand for?

 Frequency, intensity, time, type, enjoyable

 Fitness level, intensity, target HR, type, enjoyment

 Frequency, intensity, target HR, time, enjoyable

 Fitness level, intensity, time, testing, enjoyment

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Question 81 of 150

81. All of the following are characteristics of a positive client-trainer experience except

 Neat and clean facility

 Discussing clients issues at work

 Professional attire

 Listening carefully to the client

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Question 82 of 150

82. All of the following are components of a SMART goal except

 Measurable

 Timely

 Reactive

 Attainable

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Question 83 of 150

83. A client has been diagnosed with hypertension and is on the anti-hypertensive medication called beta-blockers. What would be the best way to program intensity to ensure he is exercising safely.

 VT1

 VO2 Max %

 Zone 2 Heart Rate

 RPE Scale

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Question 84 of 150

84. What is the recommended amount of physical activity suggested by the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans?

 120 Minutes of moderate intensity physical activity

 150 Minutes of moderate intensity physical activity

 180 Minutes of moderate intensity physical activity

 200 Minutes of moderate intensity physical activity

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Question 85 of 150

85. All of the following are benefits of training with free weights except which?

 Dumbbells require equal force application from both arms

 Numerous combinations of exercises

 Highly versatile means of developing strength and muscle size

 Requires a spotter for most exercises

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Question 86 of 150

86. Regular flexibility work enhances the length tension relationship of each muscle and increases the contractile force production of the muscle. Which of the following goals would be most appropriate to explain this to?

 Performance goal

 Stability goal

 Enhanced core strength goal

 Weight loss goal

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Question 87 of 150

87. It is observed that one arm is much stronger than the other during a barbell bench press. To fix this the trainer switches to a unilateral dumbbell press. Why is this the correct adjustment?

 To ensure both sides are getting equal work

 To weaken the stronger side

 To challenge the core

 To encourage stability through a chest press movement

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Question 88 of 150

88. All of the following do not need a doctors clearance except which?

 Postural imbalances

 High HDL Cholesterol

 Father died of a heart attack at 75 years old

 Heart murmur

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Question 89 of 150

89. An isometric reverse fly with supine 90-90 exercise is best for which of the following clients?

 Intermediate client with an anterior pelvic tilt

 Expert client with no visible muscle imbalances

 Beginning client with rounded shoulders and a forward head

 Beginning client with an anterior pelvic tilt

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Question 90 of 150

90. Define Self Efficacy.

 Monitoring ones-self to ensure positive behavioral changes

 Feedback regarding positioning during a squat

 Increased motivation to exercise due to positive thoughts about ones-self and the belief in ones own capabilities to be successful.

 Engaging in an activity for inherent pleasure

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Question 91 of 150

91. A blood pressure of 142/92 is considered

 Low

 Moderate

 Normal

 High

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Question 92 of 150

92. For new clients with low back pain strengthening the deep core muscles including the transverse abdominis is important because having a strong core

 increases the likelihood of malalignment

 decreases the compression force on the intervertebral discs

 increases the compression of the sacroilliac joint in the pelvic girdle

 decreases the pressure on the cervical vertebrae

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Question 93 of 150

93. According ACE, what is the suggested repetition range for a client with the goal of hypertrophy?

 8-15

 10-15

 6-12

 Less than 6

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Question 94 of 150

94. Beta Blockers

 Increase heart rate and decrease blood pressure

 Increase blood pressure and decrease heart rate

 Decrease heart rate and decrease blood pressure

 Increase heart rate and increase blood pressure

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Question 95 of 150

95. Shelly is a 29-year-old woman who you recently took through a thorough health-risk appraisal. She is motivated and wants to begin exercising. During the appraisal, you found that her BMI is 32, she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year and is taking medication for it. Shelly has been walking at a moderate intensity for at least 60 minutes for the past 6 months. Her systolic BP is 138 mmHg and diastolic is 87 mmHg. LDL cholesterol = 125, HDL = 55. What is her risk classification and risk factor count according to ACSM guidelines?

 High risk, 1 factor

 High risk, 2 factors

 Moderate risk, 1 factor

 Moderate risk, 2 factors

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Question 96 of 150

96. Which of the following best describes the relationship between reactive forces pushing upward during activities such as running or jumping?

 Newtons 3rd Law of Gravity

 Law of Reactive forces

 Law of balanced forces

 Law of Reciprocal Inhibition

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Question 97 of 150

97. All of the following deviations occur in the sagittal plane except which?

 Lumbar Lordosis

 Thoracic Kyphosis

 Internally rotated shoulders

 Forward head

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Question 98 of 150

98. A client is having an issue performing an exercise and the trainer would like to utilize touch to assist the client. The trainer appropriately asks the client if she is comfortable with using touch and the client responds that she is not. What should the trainer do next?

 choose an alternative exercise

 describe the exercise again

 touch the client in a way they are comfortable with

 explain to the client why the trainer needs to use touch

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Question 99 of 150

99. A 48 year old man name Roger comes to you wanting to exercise. After a thorough health-risk appraisal you learn than his father had diabetes and smoked cigarettes, he quit smoking last year, he alternates between exercising on the stationary bike and treadmill 3 days per week for 30-45 per session during his lunch break at work. He has a BMI of 31, Systolic BP 142 mmHg, Diastolic BP 88 mmHg, and a total serum cholesterol of 187 mg/dl. What risk classification is Roger and how many risk factors does he have if any according to ACSM guidelines?

 High risk, 4 factors

 Moderate risk, 4 factors

 Moderate risk, 3 factors

 Low risk, 2 factors

Question 99 of 150

Question 100 of 150

100. A client is performing the 1-RM Leg-press test. As the sled moves upward and concentric muscle action occurs, which of the following joint movements are taking place at the knee and hip?

 Flexion

 Extension

 Adduction

 Abduction

Question 100 of 150

Question 101 of 150

101. A client has perfected a body weight squat on the floor. What would the next logical progression be when focusing on Phase 1 movements?

 Barbell squat

 Lunge with a kettle bell

 Squat on a Bosu ball

 Box Jump

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Question 102 of 150

102. A client tells the trainer they haven’t worked out in years and they realize becoming active is important. What stage of change is this person most likely in?

 Precontemplation

 Contemplation

 Action

 Preparation

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Question 103 of 150

103. The starting point to teaching and correcting a bend and lift movement is represented by which of the following?

 The figure 4 position

 Lower extremity alignment position

 Hip hinge position

 Half kneeling lunge rise

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Question 104 of 150

104. All of the following are within a personal trainers scope of practice except:

 Create a Cardiorespiratory Training Program

 Recommend stretching for tight muscle groups

 Treat a knee injury with muscle building exercises

 Recommend healthy eating habits suggested by the USDA

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Question 105 of 150

105. All of the following are are adaptations from cardiorespiratory training except

 lower resting heart rate

 higher cardiac output

 larger stroke volume

 Increased systolic blood pressure

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Question 106 of 150

106. Which of the following questionnaires would be used as a prerequisite to start a moderate intensity fitness program?

 PAR-Q

 Health History Questionnaire

 Lifestyle Questionnaire

 FITT-VP

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Question 107 of 150

107. Continually exercising with poor form can cause repetitive stress and lead to

 overuse injuries

 improved performance

 muscle hypertrophy

 muscle balance

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Question 108 of 150

108. During a session a client loses her balance and hits her elbow against the floor. It starts to swell so you cease the training session. Before the next session what should you recommend to stay within your scope of practice as a personal trainer?

 Tell her to take pain medication and ice it

 Tell her to consult with her doctor before you continue exercise

 Massage the muscle tissue around the elbow to generate blood flow

 Avoid working out the elbow but continue with normal training

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Question 109 of 150

109. Which of the following would be best described by fibers that respond to stretching with a involuntary concentric contraction?

 Golgi Tendon Organs

 Muscle Spindles

 Nodes of Ranvier

 Nuerotransmitters

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Question 110 of 150

110. Regarding balance training, which of the following would be considered the most regressed stance?

 Narrow stance two legs

 Split Stance two legs

 Tandem stance two legs

 Single leg stance

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Question 111 of 150

111. When referring to credibility, what is the best source of information regarding research and continuing education?

 Blog from a Fitness Guru

 Bodybuilding.com

 Journal of Exercise Science

 Muscle and Fitness Magazine

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Question 112 of 150

112. Prior to conducting a group hike, the trainer has inspected the trail for potential dangers and determined it is safe. The day of the hike arrives and the trainer decides to cancel to to extreme heat and humidity. All of the following are risks of exercising in excessive heat and humidity except which?

 heat stroke

 heat exhaustion

 heat syncope

 heat failure

Question 112 of 150

Question 113 of 150

113. A trainer notices that a machine they are about to use is slightly damaged. What should the trainer do to ensure the clients safety?

 Lower the weight on the machine

 Use the machine in a different way

 Use a different machine

 Fix the machine

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Question 114 of 150

114. David has an anteriorly rotated pelvis. What muscle would be considered tight?

 Rectus Femoris

 Rectus Abdominis

 Pectoralis Major

 Gluteus Maximus

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Question 115 of 150

115. Sharon is 5’5″ and weighs 150 lbs. What is her BMI classification?

 Normal

 Overweight

 Obese

 Underweight

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Question 116 of 150

116. Which of the following spinal deviations is characterized by excessive rounding of the upper back?

 Thoracic Lordosis

 Thoracic Kyphosis

 Lumbar Lordosis

 Scoliosis

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Question 117 of 150

117. A client tells you that they are looking to lose 20 lbs in two months. You create an exercise program based on the information gathered and during your first session the client asks what type of diet they should be eating to achieve their goal. When considering Scope of Practice, which professional should you refer the client to?

 Psychologist

 Chiropracter

 Registered Dietician

 Nutritionist

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Question 118 of 150

118. All of the following are appropriate recommendations for Diabetics except which?

 Ingest additional carbs if blood sugar drops below 100 mg/dL

 Inject insulin into the primary muscle groups to be used during exercise

 Avoid exercise when blood sugar elevates to levels greater than 300 mg/dL

 Exercise at the same time each day with a regular patter of diet and medicaiton

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Question 119 of 150

119. When a client asks you to build them a meal plan what would be the most appropriate response?

 Check out the USDA’s www.choosemyplate.gov as it will help you make the most informed decisions about nutrition

 We need to discuss your current diet for me to build you a new one

 I am have a Fitness Nutrition certification so I can legally build you a meal plan

 Check out this blog on the newest fad diet, all my clients are doing it

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Question 120 of 150

120. All of the following should be avoided when working with a client with osteoporosis except which?

 Spinal Flexion

 Crunches

 Row machine

 Quadruped position

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Question 121 of 150

121. All of the following are appropriate fluid intake recommendations except which?

 Drink 500-600ml 2 hours prior to exercise

 Drink 16-24oz for every pound lost during exercise

 Drink 8-12oz for every pound lost during exercise

 Every 10-20 minutes during exercise drink 7-10 oz

Question 121 of 150

Question 122 of 150

122. Which of the following movement compensations occurs in the frontal plane?

 Shoulders elevated

 Lumbar lordosis

 Lumbar kyphosis

 Forward head posture

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Question 123 of 150

123. Why is it necessary for the personal trainer to have a client fill out a risk stratification before beginning exercise?

 To discover the potential presence of diseases to the cardiopulmonary system

 To determine if a client is cleared by a doctor to exercise

 To discover possible movement impairments

 To figure out the best way to approach goal setting

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Question 124 of 150

124. A trainer discovers that a client has hypertension and continues to use prone and supine exercises. The client passes out and hits his head after the completion of a set. This is an example of which of the following?

 negligence

 effective programming

 illegal programming

 stroke

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Question 125 of 150

125. To program cardiovascular endurance exercise ACE utilizes which of the following acronyms?

 FITTE

 FITT-VP

 AMRAP

 VP-FITTE

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Question 126 of 150

126. All of the following are methods of measuring body fat percentage except

 BMI

 Hydrostatic Weighing

 Skinfold Assessment

 Bioelectrical Impedance

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Question 127 of 150

127. All of the following joints are structured to enhance mobility except which?

 Hip

 Shoulder

 Thoracic Spine

 Lumbar Spine

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Question 128 of 150

128. Annorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa are diseases associated with

 inadequate consumption of food

 hypertension

 overeating

 over exercising

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Question 129 of 150

129. Which of the following is considered an intrinsically motivated goal?

 Skill Development

 Lose Weight

 Increase Muscle

 Meet New People

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Question 130 of 150

130. While cleaning up the gym a trainer notices a person who appears to be unconscious near the squat rack. What should be done initially in this situation?

 Call 911

 Get the AED

 Check the pulse

 Determine if there is responsiveness

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Question 131 of 150

131. With respect to resistance training and coronary artery disease, what are the general recommendations?

 Target major muscle groups with one set of 12-15 repetitions and about 5 exercises

 Target major muscle groups with one set of 12-15 repetitions and about 10 exercises

 Target major muscle groups with one set of 12-15 repetitions and about 20 exercises

 Target major muscle groups with one set of 12-15 repetitions and about 3 exercises

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Question 132 of 150

132. Sharon has a passive straight leg raise of 80 degrees on her left leg and 90 degrees on her right leg. Which of the below is true?

 Both hamstrings are tight

 Both hamstrings have normal flexibility

 Her left hamstring is tight and her right hamstring is normal

 Her right hamstring is tight and her left hamstring is normal

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Question 133 of 150

133. All of the following joints can move in multiple planes of motion except

 Elbow

 Hip

 Shoulder

 Ankle

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Question 134 of 150

134. Although it is important to attempt to convert as many paying clients as possible, the first goal a trainer should assist a beginner with, regardless of payment, to increase adherence is to

 Increase muscle size

 Develop endurance

 Adopt a lifelong habit of regular exercise

 Lose body fat

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Question 135 of 150

135. What is the recommended number of sets for a client with the goal of hypertrophy?

 1-2

 2-3

 2-6

 3-6

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Question 136 of 150

136. Which of the following programming variables is MOST associated with overtraining syndrome?

 Too many core workouts

 Not enough recovery days

 Not enough rest between sets

 Adding too much weight to the bench press exercise

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Question 137 of 150

137. Acceptable verbal and nonverbal communication include all of the following except

 Respecting the clients personal space

 Lean forward with arms uncrossed

 Use an artificial smile

 When listening keep both hands relaxed

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Question 138 of 150

138. During the holidays a client goes out of town to visit family. While visiting they perform behaviors that lead to 8 pounds of weight gain. Now that the client is back, what would be the best action for the trainer to perform to stimulate a return to focus on exercise and effective behaviors?

 Increase intensity to the workout program

 Decrease intensity to the workout program

 Perform a reassessment to establish a new baseline and reevaluate goals

 Discuss why the decided to partake in the negative behaviors

Question 138 of 150

Question 139 of 150

139. Which of the following is a positive risk factor?

 Blood pressure 120/85

 Exercises 3 times per week

 HDL cholesterol at 37 mg/dl

 LDL cholesterol at 120 mg/dl

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Question 140 of 150

140. A husband and wife come into train with a personal trainer. They have been exercising for a few sessions when the trainer notices a lack of motivation to exercise from the husband. The trainer discusses the issue in private with the husband and he indicates he doesn’t want to be there and he is only there because his wife is making him. What stage of change is the husband most likely in?

 Contemplation

 Precontemplation

 Preparation

 Maintenance

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Question 141 of 150

141. A client has experienced a recent lack of motivation to show up and perform their workouts with a personal trainer. They have show up late and have even missed sessions. What strategy should be implemented by the personal trainer to increase the clients motivation to workout?

 Show them a picture of their old body

 Compliment them on their workout attire

 Establish new short term goals

 Establish new long term goals

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Question 142 of 150

142. A client is having a hard time showing up to their training sessions due to bad traffic. This would be considered what type of factor towards exercise adherence?

 Personal Factor

 Environmental Factor

 Physical Activity Factor

 Social Support Factor

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Question 143 of 150

143. When progressing muscular strength, what is the number of repetitions a client should be able to perform with correct training technique before a 5% increase in weight is encouraged?

 5

 6

 7

 8

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Question 144 of 150

144. All of the following exercises are performed in the frontal plane except which?

 Side lunge

 Tube walking

 Deadlift

 Ice Skaters

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Question 145 of 150

145. Which of the following would best assess a clients interest in making a behavioral change?

 Behavior modification profile

 Stages of change model

 Health history questionnaire

 Cardiorespiratory assessment

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Question 146 of 150

146. Which of the following is considered the deepest core muscle whos primary function is to compress the abdomen and create intra-abdominal pressure to stabilize the spine?

 External oblique

 Quadratus lumborum

 Transverse abdominis

 Internal oblique

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Question 147 of 150

147. In order to best optimize the achievement of strength in a resistance training program, what is the maximum number of seconds a set should last?

 30

 60

 90

 120

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Question 148 of 150

148. HIPAA ensures the clients privacy by putting him or her in control of who has access to personal health information and stands for

 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

 Health Insurance Probability and Acceptance Act

 Health Insurance Personality and Acceptance Act

 Health Insurance Premium and Acceleration Act

Question 148 of 150

Question 149 of 150

149. Which group of agonist muscles concentrically accelerates the upward phase and eccentrically controls the downward phase of a squat?

 Quadriceps and Gluteus Maximus

 Hamstrings and Gastrocnemius

 Adductors and Abductors

 Hip flexors and Biceps femoris

Question 149 of 150

Question 150 of 150

150. Reversibility is what occurs when a client stops performing resistance training and loses strength as a result. What is the rate at which strength is lost during this process?

 One half the rate it was gained

 One quarter the rate it was gained

 Double the rate it was gained

 The same rate it was gained

Question 150 of 150