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Which of the following amino acids has been purported to increase growth hormone release?
a.Aspartate
b.Arginine
c.Glutamine
d.Tyrosine - ANSWER-Arginine
Which of the following components of the integrated model of function is related to skeletal (bone)
efficiency and alignment?
a.Kinetic placement
b.Force closure
c.Form closure
d.Motor control - ANSWER-Form closure
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation employs a neural response from proprioceptors to protect
the tissue by increasing movement range called ____
a. reciprocal inhibition
b. potentiated inhibition
c. reactive inhibition
d. autogenic inhibition - ANSWER-autogenic inhibition
which of the following specifically functions to develop speed economy via improved biomechanical
proficiency
a. overspeed training drills
b. plyometric drills
c. speed technique drills
d. drag training drills - ANSWER-speed technique drills
,Which of the following presents the appropriate ranges for essential body fat among men and
women?
a. Men - 1-3%, women - 7-9%
b. Men - 4-8%, women - 8-12%
c. Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
d. Men - 5-9%, women - 9-15% - ANSWER-Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
Which of the following is used to determine daily energy expenditure associated with physical
activities?
a.Metabolic equivalents (METs)
b.The rate-pressure product (RPP)
c.Maximal heart rate (HRmax)
d.Respiration quotient (RQ) - ANSWER-Metabolic equivalents (METs)
Which of the following is purported to be effective for inducing hyperhydration before exercise in the
heat?
a. Acai berry
b. Glycerol
c. Beetroot
d. GABA - ANSWER-Glycerol
Which of the following is not associated with the use of probiotics as a dietary supplement?
a. An improved rate of recovery from rotavirus diarrhea
b. Reduced stress-induced damage to the gut caused by intense exercise
c. Alleviation of allergic or respiratory disorders among young children
d. Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements - ANSWER-Increased
insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Which of the following is useful for reducing the physiological stresses induced by hypoxia while
training at higher altitudes?
,a. Beta-alanine
b. Sodium phosphate
c. Antioxidants
d. Choline - ANSWER-Antioxidants
Athletes should rehydrate with a _______ glucose-electrolyte solution to compensate for mineral
loss and provide energy with an osmolarity that maximizes gastric emptying during prolonged
events.
a. 1-4%
b. 6-8%
c. 10-14%
d. 18-20% - ANSWER-6-8%
A deficiency of which of the following minerals is most common among endurance athletes due to
losses in sweat?
a. Iron
b. Zinc
c. Calcium
d. Magnesium - ANSWER-Magnesium
Which of the following would be a key component of a warm-up designed to prepare an athlete for
heavy weightlifting?
a. Preparing the trunk to serve as an effective central stabilizer
b. Priming connections across the kinetic chain
c. Promoting full range of motion in commonly resistive segments
d. All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above
True or False? Failing to employ an appropriate cool down segment can have a negative impact on
muscle recovery and adaptation.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER-True
, Which of the following is a primary risk factor for DOMS?
a. Performing exercises using high repetitions
b. Performing eccentric exercises with small muscle groups
c. Performing compound lifts with low repetitions
d. Performing aerobic exercise for durations over 45 minutes - ANSWER-Performing eccentric
exercises with small muscle groups
What muscle recovery method is considered the gold standard according to laboratory studies?
a. Massage
b. Cryotherapy
c. Whole body vibration
d. There is no gold standard - ANSWER-There is no gold standard
Which of the following statements related to self-myofascial release technique is not correct?
a. A compressive rolling action should be performed across restricted areas for 30-60 seconds
b. Compressive force should be directed into restrictive fascia for three second holds
c. It is recommended to progressively apply pressure to reach deeper tissues over time
d. Avoid placing direct pressure on a sensitive trigger point - ANSWER-Avoid placing direct
pressure on a sensitive trigger point
Why should a warm-up segment increase an athlete's VO2 prior to engaging in high-intensity work?
a. A heightened VO2 will improve protein synthesis post-exercise
b. A heightened VO2 will maximize elastic properties within working tissues
c. A heightened VO2 will allow for shorter effective rest periods during the training segment
d. All of the above - ANSWER-A heightened VO2 will allow for shorter effective rest periods during
the training segment
It generally takes an individual _________ to effectively acclimate to training in hot and humid
environments.
a. 2-3 days
b. 5-9 days
c. 7-12 days
EXAM PREP QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/
NCSF CERTIFICATION TEST 2025 (NEW!)/ CERTIFIED
PERSONAL TRAINER
Which of the following amino acids has been purported to increase growth hormone release?
a.Aspartate
b.Arginine
c.Glutamine
d.Tyrosine - ANSWER-Arginine
Which of the following components of the integrated model of function is related to skeletal (bone)
efficiency and alignment?
a.Kinetic placement
b.Force closure
c.Form closure
d.Motor control - ANSWER-Form closure
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation employs a neural response from proprioceptors to protect
the tissue by increasing movement range called ____
a. reciprocal inhibition
b. potentiated inhibition
c. reactive inhibition
d. autogenic inhibition - ANSWER-autogenic inhibition
which of the following specifically functions to develop speed economy via improved biomechanical
proficiency
a. overspeed training drills
b. plyometric drills
c. speed technique drills
d. drag training drills - ANSWER-speed technique drills
,Which of the following presents the appropriate ranges for essential body fat among men and
women?
a. Men - 1-3%, women - 7-9%
b. Men - 4-8%, women - 8-12%
c. Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
d. Men - 5-9%, women - 9-15% - ANSWER-Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
Which of the following is used to determine daily energy expenditure associated with physical
activities?
a.Metabolic equivalents (METs)
b.The rate-pressure product (RPP)
c.Maximal heart rate (HRmax)
d.Respiration quotient (RQ) - ANSWER-Metabolic equivalents (METs)
Which of the following is purported to be effective for inducing hyperhydration before exercise in the
heat?
a. Acai berry
b. Glycerol
c. Beetroot
d. GABA - ANSWER-Glycerol
Which of the following is not associated with the use of probiotics as a dietary supplement?
a. An improved rate of recovery from rotavirus diarrhea
b. Reduced stress-induced damage to the gut caused by intense exercise
c. Alleviation of allergic or respiratory disorders among young children
d. Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements - ANSWER-Increased
insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Which of the following is useful for reducing the physiological stresses induced by hypoxia while
training at higher altitudes?
,a. Beta-alanine
b. Sodium phosphate
c. Antioxidants
d. Choline - ANSWER-Antioxidants
Athletes should rehydrate with a _______ glucose-electrolyte solution to compensate for mineral
loss and provide energy with an osmolarity that maximizes gastric emptying during prolonged
events.
a. 1-4%
b. 6-8%
c. 10-14%
d. 18-20% - ANSWER-6-8%
A deficiency of which of the following minerals is most common among endurance athletes due to
losses in sweat?
a. Iron
b. Zinc
c. Calcium
d. Magnesium - ANSWER-Magnesium
Which of the following would be a key component of a warm-up designed to prepare an athlete for
heavy weightlifting?
a. Preparing the trunk to serve as an effective central stabilizer
b. Priming connections across the kinetic chain
c. Promoting full range of motion in commonly resistive segments
d. All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above
True or False? Failing to employ an appropriate cool down segment can have a negative impact on
muscle recovery and adaptation.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER-True
, Which of the following is a primary risk factor for DOMS?
a. Performing exercises using high repetitions
b. Performing eccentric exercises with small muscle groups
c. Performing compound lifts with low repetitions
d. Performing aerobic exercise for durations over 45 minutes - ANSWER-Performing eccentric
exercises with small muscle groups
What muscle recovery method is considered the gold standard according to laboratory studies?
a. Massage
b. Cryotherapy
c. Whole body vibration
d. There is no gold standard - ANSWER-There is no gold standard
Which of the following statements related to self-myofascial release technique is not correct?
a. A compressive rolling action should be performed across restricted areas for 30-60 seconds
b. Compressive force should be directed into restrictive fascia for three second holds
c. It is recommended to progressively apply pressure to reach deeper tissues over time
d. Avoid placing direct pressure on a sensitive trigger point - ANSWER-Avoid placing direct
pressure on a sensitive trigger point
Why should a warm-up segment increase an athlete's VO2 prior to engaging in high-intensity work?
a. A heightened VO2 will improve protein synthesis post-exercise
b. A heightened VO2 will maximize elastic properties within working tissues
c. A heightened VO2 will allow for shorter effective rest periods during the training segment
d. All of the above - ANSWER-A heightened VO2 will allow for shorter effective rest periods during
the training segment
It generally takes an individual _________ to effectively acclimate to training in hot and humid
environments.
a. 2-3 days
b. 5-9 days
c. 7-12 days
