NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach
UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What components make up the Human Movement System (HMS)? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Myofascial (Muscle and Connective tissue),Neuromuscular (nerves and
muscle), Articular (bone, cartilage,ligaments)
What is the Fascial systmem (FS)? - CORRECT ANSWER -A three-dimensional
continuum of soft, collagen-containing, loose, and dense fibrous connective tissues that permeate
the body providing functional structure and environment. The fascial system interpenetrates and
surrounds all organs, muscles, bones, and nerve fibers, endowing the body with a functional
structure
What are the 5 kinetic chain checkpoints? - CORRECT ANSWER -Feet and ankles, knees,
LPHC, shoulders and thoracic spine, and head and cervical spine
Structural Efficiency - CORRECT ANSWER -alignment of the musculoskeletal system
(Each component of the (HMS) that allows center of gravity to be maintained over a constanstly
changing base of support during functional movement.
myofascial - CORRECT ANSWER -pertaining to muscle tissue and fascia (connective
tissue)
How does the Fascial System contribute to Functional Efficiency? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The FS model contributes to functional efficiency by integrating with the
entire nervous system and the muscular system, thereby providing a mechanically sensitive and
responsive communication network that is separate from yet synergistic with the nervous system.
Define Fascia - CORRECT ANSWER -a sheath, a sheet, or any other dissectible
aggregations of connective tissue that forms beneath the skin to attach, enclose, and separate
muscles and other internal organs
, Define Fascial System. - CORRECT ANSWER -the three-dimensional continuum of soft,
collagen-containing, loose, and dense fibrous connective tissues that permeate the body.
What elements of connective tissue does the fascial system incorporate? - CORRECT
ANSWER -It incorporates elements such as adipose tissue, adventitia and neurovascular
sheaths, aponeuroses, deep and superficial fasciae, epineurium, joint capsules, ligaments,
membranes, meninges, myofascial expansions, periostea, retinacula, septa, tendons, visceral
fasciae, and all the intramuscular and intermuscular connective tissues including endo-/peri-
/epimysium.
Define Scope of Practice - CORRECT ANSWER -A scope of practice defines the legal
range of services (boundaries)that professionals in a given field can provide, the setting in which
those services can be provided, and the guidelines or parameters that must be followed.
What is assisted stretching? - CORRECT ANSWER -Assisted stretching is used to
improve, correct, and maintain flexibility and mobility, postural alignment, and overall fitness. It
is not used as a therapy of any kind and does not qualify the fitness professional to treat,
modulate, or ease pain or other health conditions.
Name one important thing you should do before a stretching session with a client. - CORRECT
ANSWER -Before each stretch session, the fitness professional should take a moment to
notice their mood. If needed, the professional should choose an act of self-care to support
themselves through a challenging moment. A deep breath, a simple stretch, a short walk, or a
moment in the sun can help to reset the mood and prepare the professional to support their client.
NASM Healing crisis - CORRECT ANSWER -Shaking, cold or warm, uncomfortable,
feel emotions, laugh, cry, or get angry as well
Why should the fitness professional take caution and make sure they understand the scope of
practice in their location before stretching clients? - CORRECT ANSWER -Most states
and countries umbrella the professional-client touch relationship under the massage therapy
license.
UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What components make up the Human Movement System (HMS)? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Myofascial (Muscle and Connective tissue),Neuromuscular (nerves and
muscle), Articular (bone, cartilage,ligaments)
What is the Fascial systmem (FS)? - CORRECT ANSWER -A three-dimensional
continuum of soft, collagen-containing, loose, and dense fibrous connective tissues that permeate
the body providing functional structure and environment. The fascial system interpenetrates and
surrounds all organs, muscles, bones, and nerve fibers, endowing the body with a functional
structure
What are the 5 kinetic chain checkpoints? - CORRECT ANSWER -Feet and ankles, knees,
LPHC, shoulders and thoracic spine, and head and cervical spine
Structural Efficiency - CORRECT ANSWER -alignment of the musculoskeletal system
(Each component of the (HMS) that allows center of gravity to be maintained over a constanstly
changing base of support during functional movement.
myofascial - CORRECT ANSWER -pertaining to muscle tissue and fascia (connective
tissue)
How does the Fascial System contribute to Functional Efficiency? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The FS model contributes to functional efficiency by integrating with the
entire nervous system and the muscular system, thereby providing a mechanically sensitive and
responsive communication network that is separate from yet synergistic with the nervous system.
Define Fascia - CORRECT ANSWER -a sheath, a sheet, or any other dissectible
aggregations of connective tissue that forms beneath the skin to attach, enclose, and separate
muscles and other internal organs
, Define Fascial System. - CORRECT ANSWER -the three-dimensional continuum of soft,
collagen-containing, loose, and dense fibrous connective tissues that permeate the body.
What elements of connective tissue does the fascial system incorporate? - CORRECT
ANSWER -It incorporates elements such as adipose tissue, adventitia and neurovascular
sheaths, aponeuroses, deep and superficial fasciae, epineurium, joint capsules, ligaments,
membranes, meninges, myofascial expansions, periostea, retinacula, septa, tendons, visceral
fasciae, and all the intramuscular and intermuscular connective tissues including endo-/peri-
/epimysium.
Define Scope of Practice - CORRECT ANSWER -A scope of practice defines the legal
range of services (boundaries)that professionals in a given field can provide, the setting in which
those services can be provided, and the guidelines or parameters that must be followed.
What is assisted stretching? - CORRECT ANSWER -Assisted stretching is used to
improve, correct, and maintain flexibility and mobility, postural alignment, and overall fitness. It
is not used as a therapy of any kind and does not qualify the fitness professional to treat,
modulate, or ease pain or other health conditions.
Name one important thing you should do before a stretching session with a client. - CORRECT
ANSWER -Before each stretch session, the fitness professional should take a moment to
notice their mood. If needed, the professional should choose an act of self-care to support
themselves through a challenging moment. A deep breath, a simple stretch, a short walk, or a
moment in the sun can help to reset the mood and prepare the professional to support their client.
NASM Healing crisis - CORRECT ANSWER -Shaking, cold or warm, uncomfortable,
feel emotions, laugh, cry, or get angry as well
Why should the fitness professional take caution and make sure they understand the scope of
practice in their location before stretching clients? - CORRECT ANSWER -Most states
and countries umbrella the professional-client touch relationship under the massage therapy
license.
