NSCA CPT Practice Exam

What are the general recommendations in an exercise protocol for overweight or obese clients to aid with their posture problems and low back pain? - Answer- Strengthen the abdominals + stretch the hip flexor muscles the excessive abdominal fat mass often leads to lower abdominal strength and the hip flexors are tight due to moving a large mass around. Due to the large abdominal mass and the weak muscles of the area, core exercises must often be modified for the obese client. Obese clients may also want to strengthen the upper back and stretch the chest muscles. If a client's goal is to bench press 300 pounds, what type of goal is this? - Answer- Performance goal this goal is based entirely on the client executing the desired action (bench pressing 300 pounds). Performance goals are intermediate on the continuum of personal control. They are also more difficult to achieve than process goals. Process goal is based on behavior. Outcome goal is based on a result that cannot be performed by the client. What is an advisable training session for a client recovering from a stroke? - Answer- Cycle ergometer at 30% VO2 max The compromised physical and cardiovascular ability of this client. A client who recently had a stroke will have compromised limb function in terms of both strength and balance and should therefore only use an ergometer to start. In addition, clients become rapidly deconditioned after a stroke and will begin at a very low exercise intensity. Treadmill walking at 30% VO2 max is incorrect because walking is not advised due to lack of strength and balance. Cycle ergometer at 50% VO2 max is incorrect because this exercise intensity is too high for this population. Ch 20, Pg 528. How can a personal trainer evaluate the level of exercise readiness of a client? - Answer- Assess the motivation and commitment of the individual this can predict the readiness and compliance of a client. Discussing past experiences, appreciation for exercise, availability of support, time management and organizational skills, and potential obstacles can aid in assessing motivation and commitment. There are also paper tests available that are sensitive to predicting levels of exercise readiness.