ISSA CERTIFIED TRAINER, 11TH
EDITION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
In the PDTM, the Training Modifiers align most closely with which
element of exercise programming? - ANSWERS-Acute training
variables
Which training goal aligns with an intensity of 40 to 85 percent, 6 to
12 repetitions, and 3 to 4 sets? - ANSWERS-Hypertrophy
Which cardiovascular heart rate zone is considered "moderate-
intensity cardio?" - ANSWERS-Zone 2
Which cardiovascular heart rate zone objectively reaches 90 to 100
percent of a client's maximum heart rate? - ANSWERS-Zone 4
During the client interview process, what does it mean to "mirror and
match" someone? - ANSWERS-Using the same words, reflecting the
same energy, and mirroring the person's body language to create
connection.
What is the first step in the Purpose-Driven Training Model? -
ANSWERS-Interview the client
EDITION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
In the PDTM, the Training Modifiers align most closely with which
element of exercise programming? - ANSWERS-Acute training
variables
Which training goal aligns with an intensity of 40 to 85 percent, 6 to
12 repetitions, and 3 to 4 sets? - ANSWERS-Hypertrophy
Which cardiovascular heart rate zone is considered "moderate-
intensity cardio?" - ANSWERS-Zone 2
Which cardiovascular heart rate zone objectively reaches 90 to 100
percent of a client's maximum heart rate? - ANSWERS-Zone 4
During the client interview process, what does it mean to "mirror and
match" someone? - ANSWERS-Using the same words, reflecting the
same energy, and mirroring the person's body language to create
connection.
What is the first step in the Purpose-Driven Training Model? -
ANSWERS-Interview the client
