CPT Practice Exam

Erector Spinae

Triceps

Gluteus Maximus

Latissimus Dorsi

Decreases the angle at a joint

Moves the body away from the midline

Moves the body toward the midline

Increases the angle at a joint

Decreases the angle at a joint

Moves the body away from the midline

Elevates a body part

Dispense medication

Help set realistic training goals

Collect health status information

Motivate and inspire

Pointing the toes inward

Leaning too far forward

Not keeping a stable spine

All of the above

Type 1 and Type 2

Type 4 and Type 5

Cells and Organs

Glycogen and Free Fatty Acids

2 to 3 times per week

3 to 4 times per week

4 to 7 times per week

Twice a day

You should always use a spotter

When lifting for power movements

When your client asks you not to

When you are not in the mood

8 to 15

12 or more

6 or less

1 to 2

Frontal plane

Sagittal plane

Transverse plane

None of the above

Practice Exam

1. Biceps are a primary mover (agonist) in a bicep curl. What is the antagonist muscle?

2. Which joint action describes the movement of adduction?

3. Which describes the joint movement of the flexor muscles?

4. Which one of these is not within your scope of responsibilities?

5. What are some common mistakes with body alignment?

6. Name the two types of muscle fibers.

7. How many days per week should you recommend exercise for an experienced lifter?

8. When is the only time you shouldn’t use a spotter?

9. How many repetitions are usually recommended for building muscular endurance?

10. Which of the three planes of motion describe dividing the body into left and right?