Practice Exam

1. What are the main reasons to have a spotter?

For good exercise technique

For safety reasons

Both A and B

None of the above

2. Which of the three planes of motion describe dividing the body into top and bottom?

Frontal plane

Sagittal plane

Transverse plane

None of the above

3. Which best describes a split routine?

Begin with heavy weights and a lower number of reps

Pair four or more exercises together

Pair two exercises together

Major muscle groups are split into different days or workouts

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. When deciding exercise volume for a new client, how many sets are recommended for muscle endurance?

1 to 2 sets

2 to 3 sets

3 to 6 sets

3 to 5 sets

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

Dispense medication

Help set realistic training goals

Collect health status information

Motivate and inspire

7. The Anaerobic System must rely on carbohydrates for ATP production.

True

False

8. 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

9. Why does the American Diabetes Association recommend aerobic and strength training for managing diabetes?

Improves circulation

Lowers blood glucose levels

Improves strength

All of the above

10. Your client is feeling a sharp pain in her knee during exercise. What should you do?

Tell her to wait a few minutes, then try the exercise again.

Attempt to diagnose what is wrong

Recommend she seek care from a qualified physician

Offer her some medication for the pain

Grade Exam

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National Personal Training Association
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