ACSM GEI Certification questions with correct answers

Physical activity CORRECT ANSWER Bodily movement that is produced by the contraction of skeletal muscle and that substantially increase energy expenditure. Physical Fitness CORRECT ANSWER A set of attributes that people have or achieve relating to their ability to perform physical activity. Health CORRECT ANSWER a state of being associated with freedom from disease and illness that also includes postive Most Common Types of employment for GEI: CORRECT ANSWER Full/part time employee of supervised fitness facility Independent contractor for a supervised fitness facility Independent contractor providing service to organizations other than supervised fitness facilities (Churches, schools, corporations) Purpose of pre participation health screening CORRECT ANSWER Identification and exclusion of participants with medical contraindications Identification of participants at increased risk for chronic disease due to age, symptoms, and/or risk factors. High-risk participants may need a medical evaluation and exercise testing before startin