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CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist (PTS)
Certification Exam 2026/2027 Latest Edition
| Comprehensive Study Guide | Practice
Questions & Detailed Answer Explanations |
Personal Trainer Certification
What is the Personal Training Specialist Framework?
The client-trainer relationship uses the energy gathered in the stage 1 launch point to propel the
physical, mental, and emotional hard work required in stage 2, orbit. Stage 1 occurs as a Personal
Training Specialist and their client launch their relationship.
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Describe what occurs in stage 1 and stage 2 of the PTS framework.
Stage 1: Launch
- Health screening (PAR-Q+, health history)
- Goal setting w/ emo connection (MI, OARS)
- Passive postural+ cardio assessments, dynamic assessments + cardiorespiratory assessments
- Sell
Stage 2: Orbit (continuous momentum)
- Periodization
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- Program design
- Session delivery
- Reassessment
What is the order of a consultation session?
1. Welcome and build comfort
2. Review health history and PAR-Q+ (technically passive assessments)
3. Motivational Interviewing to understand the client's goal
4. Passive assessments
5. Dynamic assessments and workout hybrid
a. Brittany uses 7 principle moves for assessments (canfitpro)
b. Also address the cardio dynamic assessments and training zones
c. Do not need to focus on cardio dynamic assessments, but primarily the RPE
6. Sell the plan
7. Book their sessions or 4-week check-in
What does OARS stand for in motivational interviewing?
O Ask open-ended questions.
A Affirm the client's values and interests that are influencing their goals.
R Reflect back what they are saying to ensure you fully understand.
S Summarize (or have your client summarize) the actions they are committing to.
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What is motivational interviewing?
a client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and
resolving ambivalence
What can motivational interviewing help you achieve?
Motivational interviewing can assist clients in developing a focused and positive vision of
success, even before they begin. the PTS can leverage their client's responses to inspire change
and exercise adherence throughout the client-personal trainer relationship.
What are some examples of motivational interviewing questions?
• What is your most important health and fitness goal?
• How will life be different when you achieve this goal?
• What makes this goal so important to you?
• What do you need from me to increase your chances of success?
• "How can I best help you today? What do you want to get out of your workout with me?" Aims
to build rapport, empower the client to take responsibility of their outcomes
• "What will it be like when you are following a regular exercise program? Can you describe that
for me?" These questions help your clients look forward to following an exercise program and
enjoying exercise adherence.
• When you reach your fitness goals, what will you be able to do?" This question elicits the
clients' feelings of reaching their fitness goals; it is a when question, not an if question. The
question also corresponds to the purpose of their goals.
• "What fitness accomplishments have you experienced before (no matter how far back)?" This
question helps clients confirm that they do indeed have the resources they need to reach their
fitness goals.
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What is the trans theoretical model of behaviour change?
This model describes behaviour change as a constantly changing process that follows specific
steps.
What are the stages of behaviour change?
1. Precontemplation (not ready)
2. Contemplation (getting ready)
3. Preparation (ready)
4. Action (actively making change)
5. Maintenance (adherence to change)
6. Relapse
What are the characteristics of a person in the precontemplation phase?
The stage of behaviour change in which a person might develop increased awareness of an
opportunity but is not yet thinking seriously about making the change, and may be unaware of
the need to change.
How can a PT help someone in the precontemplation phase?
"If you could make this change and be active, what would that be like?"
- Increase awareness of the importance of exercise and emphasize the benefits.
- Provide general education one on one or through print or electronic publications.
- Discuss health risks.
- Discuss myths and fears related to exercise.
CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist (PTS)
Certification Exam 2026/2027 Latest Edition
| Comprehensive Study Guide | Practice
Questions & Detailed Answer Explanations |
Personal Trainer Certification
What is the Personal Training Specialist Framework?
The client-trainer relationship uses the energy gathered in the stage 1 launch point to propel the
physical, mental, and emotional hard work required in stage 2, orbit. Stage 1 occurs as a Personal
Training Specialist and their client launch their relationship.
Image: What is the Personal Training Specialist Framework?
Describe what occurs in stage 1 and stage 2 of the PTS framework.
Stage 1: Launch
- Health screening (PAR-Q+, health history)
- Goal setting w/ emo connection (MI, OARS)
- Passive postural+ cardio assessments, dynamic assessments + cardiorespiratory assessments
- Sell
Stage 2: Orbit (continuous momentum)
- Periodization
,….,,,./.,./.,./../../../…./././././.,.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,.,.,.
- Program design
- Session delivery
- Reassessment
What is the order of a consultation session?
1. Welcome and build comfort
2. Review health history and PAR-Q+ (technically passive assessments)
3. Motivational Interviewing to understand the client's goal
4. Passive assessments
5. Dynamic assessments and workout hybrid
a. Brittany uses 7 principle moves for assessments (canfitpro)
b. Also address the cardio dynamic assessments and training zones
c. Do not need to focus on cardio dynamic assessments, but primarily the RPE
6. Sell the plan
7. Book their sessions or 4-week check-in
What does OARS stand for in motivational interviewing?
O Ask open-ended questions.
A Affirm the client's values and interests that are influencing their goals.
R Reflect back what they are saying to ensure you fully understand.
S Summarize (or have your client summarize) the actions they are committing to.
,….,,,./.,./.,./../../../…./././././.,.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,.,.,.
What is motivational interviewing?
a client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and
resolving ambivalence
What can motivational interviewing help you achieve?
Motivational interviewing can assist clients in developing a focused and positive vision of
success, even before they begin. the PTS can leverage their client's responses to inspire change
and exercise adherence throughout the client-personal trainer relationship.
What are some examples of motivational interviewing questions?
• What is your most important health and fitness goal?
• How will life be different when you achieve this goal?
• What makes this goal so important to you?
• What do you need from me to increase your chances of success?
• "How can I best help you today? What do you want to get out of your workout with me?" Aims
to build rapport, empower the client to take responsibility of their outcomes
• "What will it be like when you are following a regular exercise program? Can you describe that
for me?" These questions help your clients look forward to following an exercise program and
enjoying exercise adherence.
• When you reach your fitness goals, what will you be able to do?" This question elicits the
clients' feelings of reaching their fitness goals; it is a when question, not an if question. The
question also corresponds to the purpose of their goals.
• "What fitness accomplishments have you experienced before (no matter how far back)?" This
question helps clients confirm that they do indeed have the resources they need to reach their
fitness goals.
, ….,,,./.,./.,./../../../…./././././.,.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,./.,.,.,.
What is the trans theoretical model of behaviour change?
This model describes behaviour change as a constantly changing process that follows specific
steps.
What are the stages of behaviour change?
1. Precontemplation (not ready)
2. Contemplation (getting ready)
3. Preparation (ready)
4. Action (actively making change)
5. Maintenance (adherence to change)
6. Relapse
What are the characteristics of a person in the precontemplation phase?
The stage of behaviour change in which a person might develop increased awareness of an
opportunity but is not yet thinking seriously about making the change, and may be unaware of
the need to change.
How can a PT help someone in the precontemplation phase?
"If you could make this change and be active, what would that be like?"
- Increase awareness of the importance of exercise and emphasize the benefits.
- Provide general education one on one or through print or electronic publications.
- Discuss health risks.
- Discuss myths and fears related to exercise.
