NASM CPT Bundled exams Correct Questions & Answers

Golgi tendon - ANSWER musculotendonous junction that detects tension applied to tendon during slow static stretch. Cardio Output - ANSWER amount of blood pumped out by each side of the heart in 1 min. Davie's Law - ANSWER soft tissue models along the lines of stress. Reciprocal inhibition ...

According to research, endurance is best achieved by performing what number of repetitions at 50-70% of the 1RM a) 1-5 b) 12-20 c)6-12 d) 1-10 - ANSWER b) 12-20 What muscle(s) are MOST likely tight (overactive) if a client demonstrates an arching low back during the overhead squat assessment...

Obesity - ANSWER BMI of 30 or higher Overweight - ANSWER BMI over 25 OPT Model - ANSWER stabilization-strength endurance-muscular development-max strength-power Acute Disease - ANSWER symptoms develop rapidly Chronic Disease - ANSWER persists for long duration, cannot be cured altogether...

BMI ranges: - ANSWER 18.5-24.9 = normal 25-29.9 overweight 30+ obese Bad Blood Pressure: - ANSWER Hypertension = 140 / 90 (good = 120/80) 140 = systolic 90 = diastolic LDL & HDL - ANSWER LDL = Bad cholesterol HDL = Good Cholesterol Type 1 & 2 Diabetes - ANSWER Type I Diabetes = Childhoo...

SWOT Analysis - ANSWER strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats CEUs - ANSWER continuing education units; 2.0 units of CEU must be completed every 2 years Extrinsic Motivation - ANSWER participating in an activity or behavior in order to get a reward or recognition from others Intrinsi...

The upper trapezius works with what muscles as a force couple to create upward rotation of the scapula - ANSWER Serratus anterior What predominant anatomical position of muscle groups would be enhanced by using pulling motions - ANSWER Posterior What type of training would most likely lead to ...

Physical Activity Readiness Questionaire (PAR-Q) - ANSWER -determines safety or risk of exercising - identifies individuals who need medial evaluation -If a client answers yes to one or more questions, refer to a physician extended periods of sitting - ANSWER can lead to tight hip flexors, roun...

How many phases are there in the OPT model? - ANSWER 5 List the OPT phases in order - ANSWER 1. stabilization endurance 2. strength endurance 3. hypertrophy 4. maximal strength 5. power Components of intergraded training: - ANSWER - flexibility - cardiorespiratory - core - balanc...

Diastolic blood pressure represents which of the following? - ANSWER Pressure with the arterial system when the heart is resting and filling with blood What assessment is used to assess upper-extremity agility and stability? - ANSWER Davies Test Which of the following is a site for testing in ...

When is the best time for clients to measure their resting heart rate? - ANSWER upon waking in the morning Name two common tests for assessing cardiorespiratory efficiency. - ANSWER YMCA 3-Min Step Test & Rockport Walk Test What are three methods of assessing body fat percentage? - ANSWER Unde...

For what is vitamin D most important? - ANSWER The correct answer is: Bone health A client with osteoporosis has been medically cleared to perform exercise. Which form of training can have the most impact on increasing the client's bone mineral density? - ANSWER The correct answer is: Walking ...

Which of the following glands releases growth hormone during childhood up until puberty? Select one: a. Pituitary gland b. Holocrine gland c. Adrenal gland d. Thyroid gland - ANSWER a Which term refers to the body being in equilibrium and stationary? Select one: a. Neuromuscular efficienc...

Muscle imbalances - ANSWER alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint Obesity - ANSWER The condition of being considerably overweight, and refers to a person with a body mass index of 30 or greater, or who is at least 30 pounds over his or her recommended weight What is the BMI of a typic...

True or False: In the 1950's-1960's, gyms were male dominated. - ANSWER True Who invented the pulley weight training system? - ANSWER Jack Lalanne What were popular fitness centers for women called in the 60s and 70s? - ANSWER Figure salons What book did Bill Bowerman publish in 1966? - A...