CPT Practice Exam

Erector Spinae

Triceps

Gluteus Maximus

Latissimus Dorsi

For good exercise technique

For safety reasons

Both A and B

None of the above

Increases the angle at a joint

Decreases the angle at a joint

Moves the body away from the midline

Elevates a body part

8 to 15

12 or more

6 or less

1 to 2

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

2 to 3 days

3 to 4 days

4 to 7 days

As often as they want

Dispense medication

Help set realistic training goals

Collect health status information

Motivate and inspire

Type 1 and Type 2

Type 4 and Type 5

Cells and Organs

Glycogen and Free Fatty Acids

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

30 to 90 seconds

30 seconds or less

30 to 60 seconds

2 to 5 minutes

Practice Exam

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

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

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

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

5. Which best describes a split routine?

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

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

8. Name the two types of muscle fibers.

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

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