NASM PERSONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATION EXAM |
FROM QUESTION TO PERFECTION| STUDY WITH
CONFIDENCE!
Course Code:
Course Title:
Programme:
Academic Year: 2026/2027.
Duration: 2 Hours.
Total Marks: 100.
Candidate Instructions:
1) Write your Registration Number on every answer booklet used.
2) Answer ALL questions in Section A and ANY TWO (2) questions in Section B.
3) Read each question carefully before answering.
4) Begin each question on a new page.
5) The marks for each question are indicated in brackets.
6) This paper consists of several printed pages, including this page.
7) Ensure your copy is complete before the examination begins.
8) Unauthorized materials and communication with other candidates are not permitted.
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, Muscle imbalances Answer: alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint
Obesity Answer: The condition of being considerably overweight, and refers to a person with a
body mass index of 30 or greater, or who is at least 30 pounds over his or her recommended
weight
What is the BMI of a typical obese individual? Answer: 30 or greater
Refers to a person with a body mass index of 25-29.9 or who is between 25-30 pounds over the
recommended weight Answer: overweight
These are also known as cholesterol and triglycerides and are carried in the bloodstream by
protein molecules known as HDL and LDL Answer: blood lipids
chronic metabolic disorder caused by insulin deficiency, which impairs carbohydrate usage and
enhances usage of fats and proteins Answer: diabetes mellitus
a state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and
a lack of core and joint stability Answer: deconditioned
the cumulative sensory input to the central nervous system from all mechanoreceptors that sense
body positions and limb movement Answer: proprioception
an unstable physical situation in which exercises are performed that cause the body to use its
internal balance and stabilization mechanisms (Examples include using stability balls and
single-leg squats versus traditional) Answer: proprioceptively enriched movement
smaller divisions of training progressions that fall within the three building blocks of training
Answer: phases of training
a muscle's ability to contract for an extended period Answer: muscular endurance
the ability of the neuromuscular system to enable all muscles to efficiently work together in all
planes of motion Answer: neuromuscular efficiency
What is the first phase of training that should be completed before anything else to prevent
injury and/or tension at the joints? Answer: stabilization training
the muscle that acts as the initial and main source of motive power Answer: prime mover
set of two exercises that are performed back-to-back without any rest time between them
Answer: superset
What type of training should done by individuals with a goal of maximal muscle growth?
Answer: Hypertrophy training
ability of muscles to exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time Answer: rate of
force production
APPHIA – Crafted with Care and Precision for Academic Excellence.
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FROM QUESTION TO PERFECTION| STUDY WITH
CONFIDENCE!
Course Code:
Course Title:
Programme:
Academic Year: 2026/2027.
Duration: 2 Hours.
Total Marks: 100.
Candidate Instructions:
1) Write your Registration Number on every answer booklet used.
2) Answer ALL questions in Section A and ANY TWO (2) questions in Section B.
3) Read each question carefully before answering.
4) Begin each question on a new page.
5) The marks for each question are indicated in brackets.
6) This paper consists of several printed pages, including this page.
7) Ensure your copy is complete before the examination begins.
8) Unauthorized materials and communication with other candidates are not permitted.
Turn Over.
APPHIA – Crafted with Care and Precision for Academic Excellence.
1
, Muscle imbalances Answer: alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint
Obesity Answer: The condition of being considerably overweight, and refers to a person with a
body mass index of 30 or greater, or who is at least 30 pounds over his or her recommended
weight
What is the BMI of a typical obese individual? Answer: 30 or greater
Refers to a person with a body mass index of 25-29.9 or who is between 25-30 pounds over the
recommended weight Answer: overweight
These are also known as cholesterol and triglycerides and are carried in the bloodstream by
protein molecules known as HDL and LDL Answer: blood lipids
chronic metabolic disorder caused by insulin deficiency, which impairs carbohydrate usage and
enhances usage of fats and proteins Answer: diabetes mellitus
a state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and
a lack of core and joint stability Answer: deconditioned
the cumulative sensory input to the central nervous system from all mechanoreceptors that sense
body positions and limb movement Answer: proprioception
an unstable physical situation in which exercises are performed that cause the body to use its
internal balance and stabilization mechanisms (Examples include using stability balls and
single-leg squats versus traditional) Answer: proprioceptively enriched movement
smaller divisions of training progressions that fall within the three building blocks of training
Answer: phases of training
a muscle's ability to contract for an extended period Answer: muscular endurance
the ability of the neuromuscular system to enable all muscles to efficiently work together in all
planes of motion Answer: neuromuscular efficiency
What is the first phase of training that should be completed before anything else to prevent
injury and/or tension at the joints? Answer: stabilization training
the muscle that acts as the initial and main source of motive power Answer: prime mover
set of two exercises that are performed back-to-back without any rest time between them
Answer: superset
What type of training should done by individuals with a goal of maximal muscle growth?
Answer: Hypertrophy training
ability of muscles to exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time Answer: rate of
force production
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