Exercise Certification||
50 Questions & Correct
Solutions || RATED A
Group Exercise - ANSWER An exercise format that incorporates several different modalities of exercise
that is taught in a group setting by one or more professionally trained instructors.
Group Exercise Instructor - ANSWER An individual who is professionally trained and certified by a
nationally recognized organization to teach individuals in a group setting safe and effective exercises.
Responsibilities of a Group X Instructor - ANSWER Cue Proper Body Allignment
Provide Intensity Options
See every individual in class
Monitoring heart rate and intensity level
Provide constructive feedback to participants
Encourage participants to select appropriate movements depending on their fitness level.
Arrive early and provide time before and after class to answer questions and to help with technique
Use transitions that are smooth
Complete First Aid and CPR certifications
Obtain liability insurance
Stay current in the fitness industry
, Use waivers and consent forms
Obtain medical releases from physician
Conduct health screening
Conduct fitness assessments
Complete accident reports
Leadership Qualities - ANSWER Be a good role model inside and outside the gym
Demonstrate good form
Be a good motivator
Be a good communicator
Assume the role of teacher, guide and coach
Project a professional and positive image
Recognize weaknesses but capitalize on strengths
The Business of Instructing Group X - ANSWER Instructors should complete and maintain training and
certification
Obtain waivers
Medical clearance
Liability insurance- make sure you are protected
Instructors should teach a proper warm up and cool down with stretching
Physiological-Related - ANSWER Includes non-performance components of physical Fitness that relate to
biological systems that are influenced by one's level of habitual physical activity.
3 components of Physiological-Related fitness - ANSWER Metabolic Fitness -
Morphological Fitness
Bone Integrity