NASM CPT FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS 2025/2026
Specific adaptation to imposed demands (SAID) Principle - CORRECT-ANSWER states that the body will
adapt to the specific demands being placed on it
Acute Variables - CORRECT-ANSWER important components that specify how each exercise is to be
performed
Training Volume - CORRECT-ANSWER AMOUNT of physical training performed in a specified period.
Training Frequency - CORRECT-ANSWER number of training sessions performed during a specific period
(usually 1 week)
Training Duration - CORRECT-ANSWER timeframe from the start of the workout to the end OR length of
time (weeks) spent in one phase of training
Nutrition - CORRECT-ANSWER process by which a living organism assimilates food and uses it for growth
and repair of tissues
Calorie - CORRECT-ANSWER expression of energy, equal to 1,000 calories
Essential Amino Acids - CORRECT-ANSWER 1. Isoleucine
2. Leucine
3. Lysine
4.Methionine
5. Phenylalanine
6. Threonine
7. Tryptophan
8. Valine
, Types of Carbohydrates - CORRECT-ANSWER Monosaccharide: single sugar units connected to make
glucose
Disaccharides 2 sugar units (sucrose [sugar], lactose[milk]
Polysaccharides: longs chains of mono. Complex carbs(starch/fiber)
Daily recommendation for Fiber - CORRECT-ANSWER 38 g/day -> young men, 25 g/day -> young women
Fatty Acids - CORRECT-ANSWER Saturated: risk for heart disease, raise bad cholesterol
Unsaturated: increase good cholesterol
Monounsaturated: ONE double bond, olive & canola oil
Polyunsaturated: >One double bond, cold water fish
Lipids (Fats) - CORRECT-ANSWER most concentrated energy source.
1 g = 9 calories
preserve body heat, regulate nutrients in cells, protects organs, prolonges digestion
Water consumption Recommendations - CORRECT-ANSWER men= 3.0 L (13 cups) daily
women = 2.2 L (9 cups) daily
(add 8 ounces of water for every 25 lbs over ideal weight)
Altering Body Composition: FAT LOSS - CORRECT-ANSWER < 10% of calories from sat fats, increase
physical activity, dec food and bev calories, limit alcohol, 4-6 meals a day, avoid processed food
Altering Body Composition: LEAN MASS - CORRECT-ANSWER postworkout window- ingest protein and
carbs within 90 minutes, spread protein throughout the day, 4-6 meals a day
Ergogenic Aids - CORRECT-ANSWER enhances athletic performance. Creatine- Typical dosage 20 grams
per day for 5-7 days then 2-5 grams per day for maintenance. Increase in 4-5 lbs, maintenance safe for 2-
5 years
CORRECT ANSWERS 2025/2026
Specific adaptation to imposed demands (SAID) Principle - CORRECT-ANSWER states that the body will
adapt to the specific demands being placed on it
Acute Variables - CORRECT-ANSWER important components that specify how each exercise is to be
performed
Training Volume - CORRECT-ANSWER AMOUNT of physical training performed in a specified period.
Training Frequency - CORRECT-ANSWER number of training sessions performed during a specific period
(usually 1 week)
Training Duration - CORRECT-ANSWER timeframe from the start of the workout to the end OR length of
time (weeks) spent in one phase of training
Nutrition - CORRECT-ANSWER process by which a living organism assimilates food and uses it for growth
and repair of tissues
Calorie - CORRECT-ANSWER expression of energy, equal to 1,000 calories
Essential Amino Acids - CORRECT-ANSWER 1. Isoleucine
2. Leucine
3. Lysine
4.Methionine
5. Phenylalanine
6. Threonine
7. Tryptophan
8. Valine
, Types of Carbohydrates - CORRECT-ANSWER Monosaccharide: single sugar units connected to make
glucose
Disaccharides 2 sugar units (sucrose [sugar], lactose[milk]
Polysaccharides: longs chains of mono. Complex carbs(starch/fiber)
Daily recommendation for Fiber - CORRECT-ANSWER 38 g/day -> young men, 25 g/day -> young women
Fatty Acids - CORRECT-ANSWER Saturated: risk for heart disease, raise bad cholesterol
Unsaturated: increase good cholesterol
Monounsaturated: ONE double bond, olive & canola oil
Polyunsaturated: >One double bond, cold water fish
Lipids (Fats) - CORRECT-ANSWER most concentrated energy source.
1 g = 9 calories
preserve body heat, regulate nutrients in cells, protects organs, prolonges digestion
Water consumption Recommendations - CORRECT-ANSWER men= 3.0 L (13 cups) daily
women = 2.2 L (9 cups) daily
(add 8 ounces of water for every 25 lbs over ideal weight)
Altering Body Composition: FAT LOSS - CORRECT-ANSWER < 10% of calories from sat fats, increase
physical activity, dec food and bev calories, limit alcohol, 4-6 meals a day, avoid processed food
Altering Body Composition: LEAN MASS - CORRECT-ANSWER postworkout window- ingest protein and
carbs within 90 minutes, spread protein throughout the day, 4-6 meals a day
Ergogenic Aids - CORRECT-ANSWER enhances athletic performance. Creatine- Typical dosage 20 grams
per day for 5-7 days then 2-5 grams per day for maintenance. Increase in 4-5 lbs, maintenance safe for 2-
5 years
