NASM Behavior Change Specialist Exam Questions & Answers

Employers are recognizing not only the need for increased fitness but overall health in their employees. This has led to the rise of - ANSWER-corporate fitness programs Guided self-help describes - ANSWER-a professional-client relationship that is supportive, positive, and goal-oriented so the client can meet challenges along the way to achieving goals. Both the OPT (Optimum Performance Training Model) and the Stages of Change are different from traditional models of behavior change because - ANSWER-they take an individualized approach focusing on the individual client, the environment in which he or she is placed, and what they are capable or ready to do American adults have become more and more overweight over the years. Most recently, approximately what percentage of adults are overweight and obese? - ANSWER-About 1/3 of American adults are obese and 2/3 are overweight. A health and fitness professional working with a client on injury rehabilitation generally will have the skills necessary to deal with the most prevalent problem in rehabilitation, which is - ANSWER-adherence/compliance to the exercise regimen set by the physical therapist. Health and Fitness Professionals specializing in Behavior Change need to abide by a strict code of ethics with their clients. One important aspect of behaving in an ethical manner is - ANSWER-making sure that they are working within their specific scope of practice and expertise. Coaching in the wellness area is defined as - ANSWER-partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. Occupations such as personal trainer and health educator have grown in recent years primarily due to - ANSWER-an increase in overweight and obesity in both adults and teenagers. Certified Personal Trainers that have specialized in behavior change can use behavior change skills - ANSWER-across a wide variety of client populations because the principles of behavior change do not change across populations. Health and fitness professionals specializing in behavior change - ANSWER-will be able to use scientifically validated screening and intervention techniques in a guided self-help way to progress clients to results.