CPT Practice Exam

To assist the primary mover

To be the primary mover

To control posture

To prevent injuries

Head is placed firmly on the bench

Shoulders and upper back should be firm and even on the bench

Feet are flat on the floor

Buttocks is lifted off the bench

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

Pointing the toes inward

Leaning too far forward

Not keeping a stable spine

All of the above

2 to 3 times per week

3 to 4 times per week

4 to 7 times per week

Twice a day

Underhand

Overhand

Neutral

None of the above

Frontal plane

Sagittal plane

Transverse plane

None of the above

1 to 2 sets

2 to 3 sets

3 to 6 sets

3 to 5 sets

Improves circulation

Lowers blood glucose levels

Improves strength

All of the above

Hip Adductor

Gastrocnemius

Triceps

Hamstrings

Practice Exam

1. What is the role of an agonist muscle?

2. Which of the following is not true when using proper form?

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

4. What are some common mistakes with body alignment?

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

6. What is a supinated grip?

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

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

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

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