Practice Exam

1. The frontal plane explains the division of the body between front and back.

True

False

2. Which of the following factors are important for proper body alignment?

An erect body position should be maintained at all times

Always check for a stable base of support

Both A and B

None of the above

3. Which contraction involves muscle length variations with no change in tension?

Isokinetic

Isotonic

Isometric

None of the above

4. What are the three main sources of fuel used by the body for energy?

Glucose

Glycogen

Free Fatty Acids

All of the above

5. Popular reasons why free weights are better than machines include:

Easier to develop power and strength

Recruits more muscles

Moves through a full range of motion

All of the above

6. What are some common mistakes with body alignment?

Pointing the toes inward

Leaning too far forward

Not keeping a stable spine

All of the above

7. Which joint action describes the movement of adduction?

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

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

2 to 3 times per week

3 to 4 times per week

4 to 7 times per week

Twice a day

9. You should always keep a current CPR certification when training clients.

True

False

10. Why should you use a PAR-Q with your clients in the initial visit?

To see if the client needs to lose weight

To assess a client’s interest in working out

As a pre exercise screening tool to uncover any medical concerns

A PAR-Q is not required prior to working out

Grade Exam

Company

National Personal Training Association
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