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Free NASM Certified Personal Trainer Exam Practice Questions

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Question # 1

A client is doing single-leg scaptions and is raising the dumbbells at an improper angle. How should the trainer cue the client?

Options:

A.  

Lift the dumbbells at a 45 degree angle.

B.  

Lift the dumbbells in front of the shoulders.

C.  

Lift the dumbbells at a 25 degree angle.

D.  

Lift the dumbbells straight out to the sides.

Discussion 0
Question # 2

A trainer is instructing a client to perform alternating side lunges. Which of the following auditory cues should the trainer use?

Options:

A.  

"Lunge as far as possible to improve muscle activation."

B.  

"Start by standing with your feet together."

C.  

"Land with your foot pointed in the direction you are stepping."

D.  

"Keep your spine neutral."

Discussion 0
Question # 3

A trainer is preparing to have a client perform an active kneeling hip flexor stretch. Which of the following instructions should the trainer give the client?

Options:

A.  

"Perform 2 sets of 12 to 15 repetitions."

B.  

"Perform as quickly as can be controlled for 10 repetitions."

C.  

"Hold the stretch for 30 seconds and perform 1 to 3 repetitions."

D.  

"Hold the stretch for 2 seconds and perform 5 to 10 repetitions."

Discussion 0
Question # 4

Which term describes the client's target heart rate prior to performing the next set?

Options:

A.  

Resting

B.  

Recovery

C.  

Maximal

D.  

Post-set

Discussion 0
Question # 5

The Karvonen formula is the recommended method for calculating

Options:

A.  

VO2 max

B.  

Percent body fat

C.  

Exercise heart rate

D.  

Resting heart rate

Discussion 0
Question # 6

A client insists on taking a break from training to try an extremely low-calorie diet. The trainer should explain to the client that the majority of their weight loss will come from

Options:

A.  

Loss of lean body tissue and water

B.  

Primarily fat tissue loss while maintaining muscle mass

C.  

Loss of water and toxins and very little effect on lean muscle mass

D.  

Increasing lean body tissue and loss of fat storage

Discussion 0
Question # 7

Which of the following is the primary adaptation from resistance training in the stabilization level of the OPT model?

Options:

A.  

Muscular hypertrophy

B.  

Strength endurance

C.  

Muscular endurance

D.  

Power

Discussion 0
Question # 8

Which of the following methods for prescribing cardiorespiratory exercise intensity includes a client's predicted maximal and resting heart rate?

Options:

A.  

HR Reserve (HRR)

B.  

Peak Maximal Heart Rate (MHR)

C.  

Peak VO2

D.  

Peak Metabolic Equivalent (MET)

Discussion 0
Question # 9

If a client is taking prescription medications, the personal trainer should

Options:

A.  

Research the medications and recommend an alternative medication that might not interfere with training

B.  

Advise the client to stop taking the medications only on training days

C.  

Request the client contact a qualified medical professional for clearance to start an exercise program

D.  

Refer the client to a naturopath who can recommend herbal options in place of the current medications

Discussion 0
Question # 10

Proprioceptors are elements within the body that assist with the

Options:

A.  

Metabolism of nutrients

B.  

Regulation of respiratory rate

C.  

Sense of touch and temperature

D.  

Prevention of muscle and joint injury

Discussion 0

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