ACTION CPT - TRAINER EXAM ONLINE PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

ACTION CPT - TRAINER EXAM ONLINE PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS If a new client's goal is to build muscular strength, how often should they train per week? - 1-2 times Once 3-5 times Every day (CSP) Which of the following activities is safe for pregnant women to engage in? - Swimming (CB) Which of the following was m ost likely created using the principles of biomechanics? - An ergonomic office chair (All of the above)** A supportive device for those with carpal tunnel syndrome Shoe inserts to correct posture (CES)What are the primary muscles used during normal breath ing? - External intercostals and diaphragm (CPD) You are working with a new client who is overweight and wants to lose 30 pounds, but has never engaged in an exercise program before. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate to begin wit h? - Walking? (CB) The study of human motion itself is known as: - Kinematics (CES) What type of muscle action generates tension in the muscle, but does not lengthen or shorten it? - Isometric (or static) (CN) How can the trainer determine whether or no t the client is adequately replenishing their fluids while engaging in long, vigorous workouts? - Weigh the client before, during, and after the workout (CES) Because skeletal muscles are grouped together, they cannot function separately. True or false? - false (CF) It is normal and expected to feel pain while stretching. - False (CES) The ATP -CP system is primarily used to generate energy for: - Immediate use (CN) Fats do not serve any purpose in a healthy diet and should be avoided completely. True or false? - False (CN) What is the primary source of fuel for the body? - Carbohydrates (CN) Which of the following is a healthy source of protein? - ***all of th e above**** low fat milk eggs almonds (CB) A special device called a dynamometer is required to perform __________ muscle actions. - Isokinetic (CB) Which of the following is NOT one of the three groups of proprioceptors? - Spinal proprioceptors (CN) On average, how many calories are expended during 1 minute of strenuous activity? - 11-15 (CN) Alcohol is considered a carbohydrate. True or false? - false (CF) Which is NOT one of the three factors that should be included in a flexibility workout? - Maint aining correct posture Proper breathing Warming -up Resistance training*** (CN) Which of the following is a good source of omega -3 fatty acids? - Salmon (CB) Isometric strength training exercises are often used in the early rehabilitation process for clie nts or athletes who have sustained an injury. True or false? - True (CES) Skeletal muscles can be attached only to bones and are under involuntary control. True or false? - True (CES) The body can store large amounts of ATP, so eating regularly while training isn't really important. True or false? - False (CSP) If systol ic blood pressure exceeds ________ mmHg while exercising, it should be monitored by a physician. - 220 (CLB) Which of the following settings is the most appropriate place to train? - fitness facility