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NASM GFI Final Exam Version 1
2025/2026: Comprehensive Study Guide
with Complete Questions and Correct
Detailed Answers for Group Fitness
Instructor Certification, Covering Exercise
Science, Program Design, and Client
Assessment.
All buying decisions are based on which of the following?
a. Emotion
b. Price
c. Time
d. Pressure Answer: a. Emotion
Clients must learn whether they are moving in the right direction, and if course
corrections are needed. Which of the following processes is the best tool for this
type of learning?
a. Reflection
b. Self-review
c. Self-analysis
d. Self-monitoring Answer: d. Self-monitoring
During the concentric action of the gluteus maximus in the transverse plane what
movement is occurring at the joint?
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a. Hip flexion
b. Hip internal rotation
c. Hip extension and external rotation
d. Hip flexion and internal rotation Answer: c. Hip extension and external rotation
During the overhead squat assessment the knees move inward, which of the
following strengthening exercises should be used?
a. Single-leg balance reach
b. Tube walking
c. Ball wall squats
d. Squat to row Answer: b. Tube walking
During the overhead squat assessment, the feet turn out, which of the following
muscles are underactive?
a. Soleus
b. Lateral gastrocnemius
c. Gluteus medius
d. Sartorius Answer: d. Sartorius
Exercises that involve dynamic eccentric and concentric movement of the balance
leg, through a full range of motion are categorized as which of the following?
a. Balance Stabilization
b. Balance Strength
c. Leg Stabilization
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d. Leg Strength Answer: b. Balance Strength
For the best results, how should calcium supplements be consumed?
a. In the morning
b. In the evening
c. Throughout the day
d. With your first meal Answer: c. Throughout the day
How long must a certified personal trainer maintain financial, contract, and tax
records for?
a. 2 years
b. 3 years
c. 4 years
d. 5 years Answer: c. 4 years
How many calories are in one gram of protein?
a. 2
b. 4
c. 7
d. 9 Answer: b. 4
How many sets per exercise should be performed by a client in the resistance
portion of the stabilization endurance level of training?
a. 0-2
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b. 1-3
c. 2-4
d. 3-5 Answer: b. 1-3
How many sets per exercise should be performed for resistance training in the
power phase of training?
a. 0-2
b. 1-3
c. 2-4
d. 3-5 Answer: d. 3-5
How much communication in non-verbal?
a. 40%
b. 50%
c. 55%
d. 45% Answer: c. 55%
How much water should someone consume on a daily basis?
a. Men 3.5 L and Women 2.7 L per day
b. Men 3.0 L and Women 2.2 L per day
c. Men 2.2 L and Women 3.0 L per day
d. Men 2.7 L and Women 3.5 L per day
Answer: b. Men 3.0 L and Women 2.2 L per day
NASM GFI Final Exam Version 1
2025/2026: Comprehensive Study Guide
with Complete Questions and Correct
Detailed Answers for Group Fitness
Instructor Certification, Covering Exercise
Science, Program Design, and Client
Assessment.
All buying decisions are based on which of the following?
a. Emotion
b. Price
c. Time
d. Pressure Answer: a. Emotion
Clients must learn whether they are moving in the right direction, and if course
corrections are needed. Which of the following processes is the best tool for this
type of learning?
a. Reflection
b. Self-review
c. Self-analysis
d. Self-monitoring Answer: d. Self-monitoring
During the concentric action of the gluteus maximus in the transverse plane what
movement is occurring at the joint?
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a. Hip flexion
b. Hip internal rotation
c. Hip extension and external rotation
d. Hip flexion and internal rotation Answer: c. Hip extension and external rotation
During the overhead squat assessment the knees move inward, which of the
following strengthening exercises should be used?
a. Single-leg balance reach
b. Tube walking
c. Ball wall squats
d. Squat to row Answer: b. Tube walking
During the overhead squat assessment, the feet turn out, which of the following
muscles are underactive?
a. Soleus
b. Lateral gastrocnemius
c. Gluteus medius
d. Sartorius Answer: d. Sartorius
Exercises that involve dynamic eccentric and concentric movement of the balance
leg, through a full range of motion are categorized as which of the following?
a. Balance Stabilization
b. Balance Strength
c. Leg Stabilization
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d. Leg Strength Answer: b. Balance Strength
For the best results, how should calcium supplements be consumed?
a. In the morning
b. In the evening
c. Throughout the day
d. With your first meal Answer: c. Throughout the day
How long must a certified personal trainer maintain financial, contract, and tax
records for?
a. 2 years
b. 3 years
c. 4 years
d. 5 years Answer: c. 4 years
How many calories are in one gram of protein?
a. 2
b. 4
c. 7
d. 9 Answer: b. 4
How many sets per exercise should be performed by a client in the resistance
portion of the stabilization endurance level of training?
a. 0-2
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b. 1-3
c. 2-4
d. 3-5 Answer: b. 1-3
How many sets per exercise should be performed for resistance training in the
power phase of training?
a. 0-2
b. 1-3
c. 2-4
d. 3-5 Answer: d. 3-5
How much communication in non-verbal?
a. 40%
b. 50%
c. 55%
d. 45% Answer: c. 55%
How much water should someone consume on a daily basis?
a. Men 3.5 L and Women 2.7 L per day
b. Men 3.0 L and Women 2.2 L per day
c. Men 2.2 L and Women 3.0 L per day
d. Men 2.7 L and Women 3.5 L per day
Answer: b. Men 3.0 L and Women 2.2 L per day
