Certified Personal Trainer  Questions 1-33   1. What is the...

Certified Personal Trainer 

Questions 1-33

 

1. What is the contractile unit of the muscle fiber called?

1.  Myofibril
2.  Myosin
3.  Actin
4.  Sarcomere

2. What do you call a single motor neuron that corresponds to a group of contractable muscle fibers?

1.  Motor unit
2.  Neuron
3.  Dendrite
4.  Axon

3. What type of email communication reaches out to former clients and older prospects and encourages a reply?

1.  Strategic email
2.  Onboarding email
3.  Reengagement email
4.  Promotional email

4. What is tidal volume?

1.  The maximum volume of air that can be exhaled forcefully
2.  The volume of the lungs during normal inhalation and exhalation when no extra force is applied
3.  The volume of the lungs during normal inhalation and exhalation when additional force is applied
4.  The maximum volume of the lungs with the largest inhale possible

5. What is the name of the heart valves located between the atria and ventricles that keep blood moving in only one direction?

1.  Unidirectional (UV) valves
2.  Atrioventricular (AV) valves
3.  Mitral valves
4.  Aortic valve

6. Which type of neuron sends information from the central nervous system to the muscles to generate movement?

1.  Auditory neuron
2.  Afferent neuron
3.  Efferent neuron
4.  Interneuron

7. How long should the warm-up last for a client with high blood pressure?

1.  30 minutes
2.  8 minutes
3.  10 minutes or longer
4.  5 minutes

8. According to the CDC, what is the definition of sanitizing?

1.  Cleaning and killing germs on surfaces to bring the microbe level to an acceptable range
2.  Removing dirt and impurities from a surface with a detergent and water
3.  Killing germs and viruses on surfaces with the use of chemicals
4.  Removing stains from surfaces and clothing

9. What type of fitness training can affect the hormone erythropoietin (EPO)?

1.  Altitude training
2.  HIIT training
3.  Battle rope training
4.  Resistance training

10. When attracting new clients, which of the following is the most effective way for a trainer to find new prospects?

1.  Post on social media
2.  Hand out flyers at the grocery store
3.  Get referrals from clients
4.  Hire an advertising firm

11. The process of glycolysis is the breakdown of what molecule in the body?

1.  Protein
2.  Triglycerides
3.  Glucose
4.  Fatty acids

12. Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

1.  To improve self-image
2.  To prove something to one's self
3.  Personal enjoyment
4.  A motivational pep talk from a friend

13. Which element of fitness requires sensory input from the eyes, ears, and proprioceptors?

1.  Flexibility training
2.  Balance training
3.  The warm-up
4.  Cardiorespiratory training

14. The PACER test is a fitness assessment used for what special population?

1.  Pregnant women
2.  Youth
3.  Seniors
4.  Athletes

15. In the alveoli of the lungs, air crosses into and out of the capillaries by what process?

1.  Perfusion
2.  Diffusion
3.  Osmosis
4.  Vaporization

16. Which two macronutrients are the most preferred sources of energy in the body?

1.  Carbohydrate and electrolytes
2.  Protein and fat
3.  Carbohydrate and protein
4.  Carbohydrate and fat

17. Where does the blood being pumped out of the left ventricle move to next?

1.  The body
2.  The lungs
3.  The right atria
4.  The left atria

18. Which energy pathway is dominant when the body is at rest or during low-intensity, long-duration activity?

1.  Anaerobic glycolysis
2.  ATP/CP
3.  Oxidative energy pathway
4.  Lactate

19. During pulmonary circulation, which heart valve does blood pass through first?

1.  Mitral valve
2.  Aortic valve
3.  Bicuspid valve
4.  Tricuspid valve

20. For the training adaptation of maximum strength, what is the recommended number of repetitions per set?

1.  1 to 5 repetitions
2.  1 to 6 repetitions
3.  More than 15 repetitions
4.  6 to 12 repetitions

21. Which type of lipoprotein is known as the 'bad' lipoprotein?

1.  Triglycerides
2.  Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
3.  High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
4.  Moderate-density lipoprotein (MDL)

22. Which of the following exercises offer the most dynamic balance challenge for a client?

1.  Standing on one foot on the floor
2.  Step up to balance on a box
3.  Step up on a box
4.  Step up to balance on a BOSU

23. What biomechanical concept is represented by the equation force (F) times distance (D)?

1.  Displacement
2.  Power
3.  Effort
4.  Work

24. What is the definition of quickness as it relates to the element of reactive training?

1.  The ability to react and change body position with maximum rate of force production
2.  The ability to accelerate, decelerate, stabilize, and change direction with proper posture
3.  The ability to move the body in one direction as fast as possible
4.  The ability to move a joint in a full range of motion without pain or impingement

25. Which client form allows clients to understand and accept any and all risks associated with beginning an exercise program?

1.  PAR-Q
2.  Liability waiver
3.  Client intake form
4.  Health history questionnaire

26. What anatomical term refers to movement away from the midline?

1.  Flexion
2.  Adduction
3.  Elevation
4.  Abduction

27. Which of the following is a benefit of strength training in youth populations?

1.  Decreasing muscular strength and endurance
2.  Increasing risk of physical injury
3.  Decreasing bone density
4.  Improving self-esteem

28. Which of the following is a category covered in a standard code of ethics?

1.  Bias
2.  Observing
3.  Communication
4.  Confidentiality

29. What type of goal is focused on the end result?

1.  Personal goal
2.  Outcome goal
3.  Process goal
4.  Long-term goal

30. During cardiorespiratory training, how can the acute training variable of rest be manipulated to increase training intensity?

1.  Decrease rest time
2.  Increase rest time
3.  Maintain rest at 5 RPE
4.  Maintain rest until resting heart rate is achieved

31. When considering exercise order, what should be a priority before completing accessory exercises?

1.  Compound exercises
2.  A cooldown
3.  Balance training
4.  Isolation exercises

32. What term is described as the volume of blood the left ventricle pushes out in a single heartbeat?

1.  Ventricle rate
2.  Cardiac output
3.  Heart rate
4.  Stroke volume

33. What additional health and fitness assessment is strongly recommended for a client with type 2 diabetes?

1.  30-second chair sit test
2.  PACER test
3.  Exercise stress test
4.  Push up test