FITOUR PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GUARANTEED TO PASS.
What a personal trainer is NOT and DOES NOT DO. Answer: Act
as a medical professional—Unless they do indeed have the formal
education
Doctor, physical therapist, psychologist, registered dietician
Dismiss questions or concerns.
Rush through appointments or workout sessions.
Recommend fad diets.
Recommend questionable supplements, ergogenic aids, or herbs.
Recommend a "quick fix" program.
Push client to the point of pain or injury.
Fail to recommend a comprehensive fitness program.
Engages in full conversations with other people during a client's
training
session.
Fail to return phone messages or e-mails.
Responsibilities of a Client. Answer: Ultimate responsibility to
follow the exercise prescription designed by the personal
trainer lies with the client.
, Ask the personal trainer questions regarding qualifications, policies,
and procedures.
Be prepared to provide the personal trainer with specific goals.
Write down questions prior to the session.
Follow exactly what the personal trainer prescribes to insure better
success.
Communicate likes and dislikes regarding exercise preference.
Communicate to the personal trainer if he/she is being pushed way
beyond limits.
A little discomfort is good but pain is not acceptable.
Immediately address problems with Personal Trainer
Avoid placing unrealistic expectations on the personal trainer. The
trainer provides
the plan but cannot do the exercises, dieting and healthy living for the
client.
Wear proper clothing during the personal training session.
Bring a towel and water to the personal training session.
Call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel a session.
Avoid idle chit-chat during a session.
Job Opportunities for a Personal Trainer. Answer: Private/Local
Clubs
Community Centers
Corporations
Cruises
Resorts
,Mobile Personal Training
Own Personal Training Studio
Athletic Coaching
Consulting
Anatomy. Answer: The structure of the human body
Striated or Skeletal Muscle. Answer: The anatomical structure that
provides the force
necessary to move the body.
Myology. Answer: The study of muscles
Bone. Answer: The anatomical structure that provides support,
movement, and protection
for the body.
Osteology. Answer: The study of bones
Joint. Answer: The point at which two or more bones come
together or make contact
Arthrology. Answer: The study of joints
Articulation. Answer: Movement at a joint
, Diarthrodial Joint or Diarthrosis (Moveable Joints). Answer: A
joint that has an articular
cavity or separation present to allow movement.
5 Characteristics of Diarthrodial Joints. Answer: -Articular cavity
present
-Surrounded by a capsule ligamentous
-Capsule ligamentous is lined with synovial membrane which
secretes synovial fluid to lubricate the joint with synovial fluid
stored in bursa sac.
-The articular surfaces are smooth
-Articular surfaces are lined with hyaline or fibrous cartilage.
Sub-classes of Diarthrodial Joints. Answer: -Irregular: Example
locations are carpals and tarsals.
-Hinge: Example locations are humerus and ulna.
-Pivot: Example locations are humerus and radius.
-Condyloid (True Wrist): Example location is radiocarpal (joint
of the wrist).
-Saddle: Example location is first carpometacarpal (joint of the
thumb).
- Ball & Socket: Example locations are shoulder and hip.
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GUARANTEED TO PASS.
What a personal trainer is NOT and DOES NOT DO. Answer: Act
as a medical professional—Unless they do indeed have the formal
education
Doctor, physical therapist, psychologist, registered dietician
Dismiss questions or concerns.
Rush through appointments or workout sessions.
Recommend fad diets.
Recommend questionable supplements, ergogenic aids, or herbs.
Recommend a "quick fix" program.
Push client to the point of pain or injury.
Fail to recommend a comprehensive fitness program.
Engages in full conversations with other people during a client's
training
session.
Fail to return phone messages or e-mails.
Responsibilities of a Client. Answer: Ultimate responsibility to
follow the exercise prescription designed by the personal
trainer lies with the client.
, Ask the personal trainer questions regarding qualifications, policies,
and procedures.
Be prepared to provide the personal trainer with specific goals.
Write down questions prior to the session.
Follow exactly what the personal trainer prescribes to insure better
success.
Communicate likes and dislikes regarding exercise preference.
Communicate to the personal trainer if he/she is being pushed way
beyond limits.
A little discomfort is good but pain is not acceptable.
Immediately address problems with Personal Trainer
Avoid placing unrealistic expectations on the personal trainer. The
trainer provides
the plan but cannot do the exercises, dieting and healthy living for the
client.
Wear proper clothing during the personal training session.
Bring a towel and water to the personal training session.
Call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel a session.
Avoid idle chit-chat during a session.
Job Opportunities for a Personal Trainer. Answer: Private/Local
Clubs
Community Centers
Corporations
Cruises
Resorts
,Mobile Personal Training
Own Personal Training Studio
Athletic Coaching
Consulting
Anatomy. Answer: The structure of the human body
Striated or Skeletal Muscle. Answer: The anatomical structure that
provides the force
necessary to move the body.
Myology. Answer: The study of muscles
Bone. Answer: The anatomical structure that provides support,
movement, and protection
for the body.
Osteology. Answer: The study of bones
Joint. Answer: The point at which two or more bones come
together or make contact
Arthrology. Answer: The study of joints
Articulation. Answer: Movement at a joint
, Diarthrodial Joint or Diarthrosis (Moveable Joints). Answer: A
joint that has an articular
cavity or separation present to allow movement.
5 Characteristics of Diarthrodial Joints. Answer: -Articular cavity
present
-Surrounded by a capsule ligamentous
-Capsule ligamentous is lined with synovial membrane which
secretes synovial fluid to lubricate the joint with synovial fluid
stored in bursa sac.
-The articular surfaces are smooth
-Articular surfaces are lined with hyaline or fibrous cartilage.
Sub-classes of Diarthrodial Joints. Answer: -Irregular: Example
locations are carpals and tarsals.
-Hinge: Example locations are humerus and ulna.
-Pivot: Example locations are humerus and radius.
-Condyloid (True Wrist): Example location is radiocarpal (joint
of the wrist).
-Saddle: Example location is first carpometacarpal (joint of the
thumb).
- Ball & Socket: Example locations are shoulder and hip.
