Nasm CPT Final Exam Study Guide
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system during exercise?
✔✔To deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and remove waste products
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for hip extension?
✔✔Gluteus maximus and hamstrings
What is the correct breathing technique during a strength training exercise?
✔✔Exhale during the concentric phase and inhale during the eccentric phase
Which type of muscle contraction involves the muscle shortening under tension?
✔✔Concentric contraction
Which type of muscle contraction involves the muscle lengthening under tension?
✔✔Eccentric contraction
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,What is the primary energy system used during a 10-second sprint?
✔✔ATP-PC system (phosphagen system)
Which body system regulates heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing during exercise?
✔✔Autonomic nervous system
What is the term for the ability of a muscle to repeatedly generate force over time?
✔✔Muscular endurance
Which principle of training states that the body adapts to the specific demands placed on it?
✔✔Specificity
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise for general health according to NASM?
✔✔3–5 days per week
Which movement plane divides the body into front and back halves?
✔✔Frontal plane
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,Which movement plane divides the body into left and right halves?
✔✔Sagittal plane
Which movement plane divides the body into top and bottom halves?
✔✔Transverse plane
What is the primary role of the core muscles during exercise?
✔✔To stabilize the spine and pelvis
Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?
✔✔Ball-and-socket joint
What is the term for the maximum force a muscle can generate in a single effort?
✔✔Muscular strength
Which principle of training refers to gradually increasing exercise intensity over time?
✔✔Progressive overload
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, What is the recommended rest interval for muscular endurance training?
✔✔30–60 seconds between sets
What is the primary function of slow-twitch (Type I) muscle fibers?
✔✔Endurance and continuous low-intensity activity
What is the primary function of fast-twitch (Type II) muscle fibers?
✔✔High force, explosive, short-duration activities
Which exercise intensity is considered moderate based on heart rate?
✔✔50–70% of maximum heart rate
What is the purpose of a dynamic warm-up before exercise?
✔✔To increase core temperature, enhance range of motion, and activate muscles
Which assessment evaluates postural imbalances and movement patterns?
✔✔Movement assessment or functional movement screen
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system during exercise?
✔✔To deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and remove waste products
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for hip extension?
✔✔Gluteus maximus and hamstrings
What is the correct breathing technique during a strength training exercise?
✔✔Exhale during the concentric phase and inhale during the eccentric phase
Which type of muscle contraction involves the muscle shortening under tension?
✔✔Concentric contraction
Which type of muscle contraction involves the muscle lengthening under tension?
✔✔Eccentric contraction
1
,What is the primary energy system used during a 10-second sprint?
✔✔ATP-PC system (phosphagen system)
Which body system regulates heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing during exercise?
✔✔Autonomic nervous system
What is the term for the ability of a muscle to repeatedly generate force over time?
✔✔Muscular endurance
Which principle of training states that the body adapts to the specific demands placed on it?
✔✔Specificity
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise for general health according to NASM?
✔✔3–5 days per week
Which movement plane divides the body into front and back halves?
✔✔Frontal plane
2
,Which movement plane divides the body into left and right halves?
✔✔Sagittal plane
Which movement plane divides the body into top and bottom halves?
✔✔Transverse plane
What is the primary role of the core muscles during exercise?
✔✔To stabilize the spine and pelvis
Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?
✔✔Ball-and-socket joint
What is the term for the maximum force a muscle can generate in a single effort?
✔✔Muscular strength
Which principle of training refers to gradually increasing exercise intensity over time?
✔✔Progressive overload
3
, What is the recommended rest interval for muscular endurance training?
✔✔30–60 seconds between sets
What is the primary function of slow-twitch (Type I) muscle fibers?
✔✔Endurance and continuous low-intensity activity
What is the primary function of fast-twitch (Type II) muscle fibers?
✔✔High force, explosive, short-duration activities
Which exercise intensity is considered moderate based on heart rate?
✔✔50–70% of maximum heart rate
What is the purpose of a dynamic warm-up before exercise?
✔✔To increase core temperature, enhance range of motion, and activate muscles
Which assessment evaluates postural imbalances and movement patterns?
✔✔Movement assessment or functional movement screen
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