Nasm cpt exam stuvia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

How can systolic blood pressure be defined? - ANSWER-The pressure in arteries and other blood vessels when the heart is contracting; the first (top) number recorded Which of the following defines the general goal or outcome of training in zone 1? - ANSWER-Develop an appropriate aerobic base The drawing-in maneuver increases activation of what muscle? - ANSWER-Transverse abdominis The field of psychology focuses on which of the following domains? - ANSWER-The mind and behavior What do...

How many calories are in one gram of protein? a. 2 b. 4 c. 9 d. 7 -ANSWER - 4 Adduction is a movement back toward the midline of the body in which of the following planes? a. Median plane b. Frontal plane c. Transverse plane d. Sagittal plane -ANSWER - Frontal plane What is neuromuscular efficiency? a. The cumulative input to the peripheral nervous system from internal organs b. Ability of neuromuscular system to enable all muscles to efficiently work together in all plan...

How many calories are in one gram of protein? a. 2 b. 4 c. 9 d. 7 -ANSWER - 4 Adduction iv

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 increased levels of testosterone insulin like growth factors and growth hormone - ANSWER -Overload training that is of a high intensity with limited rest period What is the acceptable macro nutri...

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, rounding of shoulders, and forward head repetitive movement patterns - ANSWER -can create pattern overload; for example arms constantly overhead due to construction or painting can lead to tight lati...

Which of the following nutrition professionals is nationally recognized by the Commission on Dietetic Registration to provide clinical, community, food service, and nutrition education? -ANSWER - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist What is characterized as the local muscle of the core -ANSWER - Transverse abdominis What is the finished hand position when performing the ball cobra exercise -ANSWER - Thumbs pointing up What is end-systolic volume -ANSWER - the amount of blood remaining in t...

Which muscle would be considered underactive, leading to the excessive forward trunk lean during the overhead squat assessment? - ANSWER -Gluteus maximus For a fitness professional using the OPT model, the goal of the Stabilization Endurance phase is to focus on which of the following aspects? - ANSWER -Movement quality Balance is best described as which of the following? - ANSWER -The ability to maintain control of the body while in a static position What is a sufficient amount of time...

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 Intrinsic Motivation -ANSWER - engaging in an activity or behavior because they feel satisfaction Process Goals -ANSWER - focus on the actions an individual must engage in during performance to execute ...

Subjective information - ANSWER -What you do, general info, medical history Objective information - ANSWER -Things that you obtain as a trainer; such as blood pressure, postural assessments, etc. Radial pulse - ANSWER -Pulse on the thumb side. What is the average pulse for your clients? - ANSWER -70-80 (you will check it for 60 seconds) Target Heart Rate Zone 1 - ANSWER -0.65 to 0.75 Target Heart Rate Zone 2 - ANSWER -0.76 to 0.85 Target Heart Rate Zone 3 - ANSWER -0.86-0.95 ...