Practice Exam

1. How many muscles are in your body (roughly)?

200 muscles

500 muscles

700 muscles

Over 1,000

2. Which of the following muscles is not part of the quad muscles?

Vastus medialis

Rectus femoris

Vastus lateralis

Soleus

3. If the hip adductor is the prime mover in an exercise, what is the antagonist?

Triceps

Gluteus medius

Erector spinae

Hamstrings

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

True

False

5. 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

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

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

7. How much rest time is recommended for power exercises?

30 to 90 seconds

30 seconds or less

30 to 60 seconds

2 to 5 minutes

8. How often should beginners exercise per week in general?

2 to 3 days

3 to 4 days

4 to 7 days

As often as they want

9. 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

10. Quadriceps are a primary mover (agonist) in a leg extension. What is the antagonist muscle?

Hip Adductor

Gastrocnemius

Triceps

Hamstrings

Grade Exam

Company

National Personal Training Association
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