Certification Exam Questions and
Answers (Graded A)
Group Exercise - ANSWER - An exercise format that incorporates several different
modalities of exercise that is taught in a group setting by one or more professionally
trained instructors.
Group Exercise Instructor - ANSWER - An individual who is professionally trained and
certified by a nationally recognized organization to teach individuals in a group
setting safe and effective exercises.
Responsibilities of a Group X Instructor - ANSWER - Cue Proper Body Allignment
Provide Intensity Options
See every individual in class
Monitoring heart rate and intensity level
Provide constructive feedback to participants
Encourage participants to select appropriate movements depending on their fitness
level.
Arrive early and provide time before and after class to answer questions and to help
with technique
Use transitions that are smooth
Complete First Aid and CPR certifications
Obtain liability insurance
Stay current in the fitness industry
Use waivers and consent forms
Obtain medical releases from physician
Conduct health screening
Conduct fitness assessments
Complete accident reports
, Leadership Qualities - ANSWER - Be a good role model inside and outside the gym
Demonstrate good form
Be a good motivator
3 components of Physiological-Related fitness - ANSWER - Metabolic Fitness -
Morphological Fitness
Bone Integrity
Physiological-Related - ANSWER - Includes non-performance components of physical
Fitness that relate to biological systems that are influenced by one's level of
habitual physical activity.
Bone Integrity - ANSWER - A non performance component of fitness related to bone
mineral density.
Metabolic Fitness - ANSWER - The state of metabolic systems and variables
predictive of the risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease which can be favorably
altered by increased physical activity or regular endurance exercise.
Morphological Fitness - ANSWER - Related to body composition factors such as body
circumferences, body fat content, and regional body fat distribution.
Be a good communicator
Assume the role of teacher, guide and coach
Project a professional and positive image
Recognize weaknesses but capitalize on strengths
The Business of Instructing Group X - ANSWER - Instructors should complete and
maintain training and certification
Obtain waivers
Medical clearance