ACE Certified Personal Training Exam-
Graded A
.... is a subjective method of measuring exercise intensity - ANS-Rating of perceived
exertion
..... is a valid indicator of work intensity or stress on the body during exercise - ANS-
Heart rate
A client has mastered the basics of body-weight squats and is now ready for more
specific feedback to help refine her squatting technique. Which of the following stages
of learning is best represented in this scenario - ANS-Associative
A client mentions that he prefers tactile feedback and spotting while exercising. This
strategy is MOST likely indicative of which learning style? - ANS-Kinesthetic
A client you have been working with for several months tells you that a close relative
recently became seriously ill. Which of the following responses is MOST appropriate?
A. "I'm so sorry. I cant imagine how difficult that must be for you?"
B. "Have you considered counseling? Some of my clients have had great success with
it."
C. "I'm sorry! What happened?"
D. "That's terrible! Tell me more about what's worrying you." - ANS-A
A focus early in the pregnancy on ... can help ready the body for the increased weight
and change in center of gravity - ANS-Posterior leg and trunk strength
A new client tells you that she used to participate in local 10K and half marathon
running events before having twins. Although she had wanted to continue running, she
has not been active since her children were born two years ago. Now that they are in
daycare three days per week, she has begun walking a bit and wants to begin running,
with an eventual goal of completing her first marathon. Based on this information, your
client has MOST likely progressed through which of the following stages of behavioral
change from pre-pregnancy to meeting with you today? - ANS-Maintenance,
contemplation, preparation
A personal trainer who wants to provide massage to help clients who have tight or sore
muscles can do so ONLY if:
A. The personal trainer has extensive knowledge about the benefits of massage
B. The client gives his or her consent for the massage
C. The personal trainer becomes a licensed massage therapist
D. The massage therapist is not available and the personal trainer has some training -
ANS-C
,A regular group exercise participant who works at a moderate intensity for 20 to 30
minutes, three times per week and with no competitive goals is ready to progress to
which phase of the cardio respiratory training component of the ACE IFT model? - ANS-
Fitness training
A training program for youth should include... - ANS-Movement in all three planes of
motion
A weight loss of.... % in people with overweight or obesity has been shown to
significantly improve health related outcomes for obesity related comorbities - ANS-5-10
Abduction - ANS-Movement away from the midline of the body
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) - ANS-a range of intakes for a
particular energy source that is associated with reduced risk of chronic disease while
providing adequate intakes of essential nutrients
According to current exercise guidelines, pregnant women who have not been
physically active before should... - ANS-Begin slowly and progress to a moderate level
of exercise
According to the principle of operant conditioning, which of the following consequences
would be BEST for a personal trainer to use to ensure that a desired client behavior will
reoccur in the future - ANS-Positive reinforcement
According to the resistance exercise evidence based recommendations, a minimum of
how many hours of rest is needed between sessions training any single muscle group?
- ANS-48 hours
Action stage of change - ANS-This stage is comprised of people who are engaging in
regular physical activity but have been doing so for less than six months
Active recovery - ANS-Continuing to move immediately after an exercise segment is
completed but at a lower intensity
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) - ANS-A myocardial infarction resulting from acute
obstruction of a coronary artery
Adduction - ANS-Movement toward the midline of the body
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) - ANS-A high-energy phosphate molecule required to
provide energy for cellular function. Produced both aerobically and anaerobically and
stored in the body.
An anterior pelvic tilt will increase... in the lumbar spine - ANS-Lordosis
, An approach to estimating body fat that incorporates the measure of subcutaneous fat
is... - ANS-Skinfold measurements
An increase in the hormone relaxin will increase... - ANS-Joint laxity
An inflammation of the wrist extensors near their origin is commonly referred to as... -
ANS-Tennis elbow
Anatomical position refers to a person standing erect with head, eyes and palms
facing... - ANS-Forward
Angina - ANS-A common symptom of coronary artery disease characterized by chest
pain, tightness, or radiating pain resulting from a lack of blood flow to the heart muscle.
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists - ANS-A class of drugs used to treat high blood
pressure and other conditions by preventing angiotensin II from binding to angiotensin II
receptors, thereby allowing blood vessels to dilate; also referred to as angiotensin
receptor blockers
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors - ANS-A class of drugs used to treat
high blood pressure and other conditions by reducing the activity of angiotensin
converting enzyme, which converts angiotensin I to II
Antecedents - ANS-Variables or factors that precede and influence a client's behavior
Anterior - ANS-Anatomical term meaning toward the front, same as ventral; opposite of
posterior
Anterior crucial ligament (ACL) - ANS-A primary stabilizing ligament of the knee that
travels from the medial border of the lateral femoral condole to its point of insertion
anterolaterally to the medial tibial spine
Anterior tilting of the pelvis frequently occurs in individuals with tight... - ANS-Hip flexors
Any client who is not consistently performing moderate intensity cardiorespiratory
exercise should begin with... - ANS-Base training
Appendicular skeleton - ANS-The ones of the upper and lower limbs and the pectoral
(shoulder) and pelvic (hip) girdles
As people age... and .... increase - ANS-Depression and anxiety
Associative stage of learning - ANS-The second stage of learning a motor skill, when
performers have mastered the fundamentals and can concentrate on skill refinement.
Graded A
.... is a subjective method of measuring exercise intensity - ANS-Rating of perceived
exertion
..... is a valid indicator of work intensity or stress on the body during exercise - ANS-
Heart rate
A client has mastered the basics of body-weight squats and is now ready for more
specific feedback to help refine her squatting technique. Which of the following stages
of learning is best represented in this scenario - ANS-Associative
A client mentions that he prefers tactile feedback and spotting while exercising. This
strategy is MOST likely indicative of which learning style? - ANS-Kinesthetic
A client you have been working with for several months tells you that a close relative
recently became seriously ill. Which of the following responses is MOST appropriate?
A. "I'm so sorry. I cant imagine how difficult that must be for you?"
B. "Have you considered counseling? Some of my clients have had great success with
it."
C. "I'm sorry! What happened?"
D. "That's terrible! Tell me more about what's worrying you." - ANS-A
A focus early in the pregnancy on ... can help ready the body for the increased weight
and change in center of gravity - ANS-Posterior leg and trunk strength
A new client tells you that she used to participate in local 10K and half marathon
running events before having twins. Although she had wanted to continue running, she
has not been active since her children were born two years ago. Now that they are in
daycare three days per week, she has begun walking a bit and wants to begin running,
with an eventual goal of completing her first marathon. Based on this information, your
client has MOST likely progressed through which of the following stages of behavioral
change from pre-pregnancy to meeting with you today? - ANS-Maintenance,
contemplation, preparation
A personal trainer who wants to provide massage to help clients who have tight or sore
muscles can do so ONLY if:
A. The personal trainer has extensive knowledge about the benefits of massage
B. The client gives his or her consent for the massage
C. The personal trainer becomes a licensed massage therapist
D. The massage therapist is not available and the personal trainer has some training -
ANS-C
,A regular group exercise participant who works at a moderate intensity for 20 to 30
minutes, three times per week and with no competitive goals is ready to progress to
which phase of the cardio respiratory training component of the ACE IFT model? - ANS-
Fitness training
A training program for youth should include... - ANS-Movement in all three planes of
motion
A weight loss of.... % in people with overweight or obesity has been shown to
significantly improve health related outcomes for obesity related comorbities - ANS-5-10
Abduction - ANS-Movement away from the midline of the body
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) - ANS-a range of intakes for a
particular energy source that is associated with reduced risk of chronic disease while
providing adequate intakes of essential nutrients
According to current exercise guidelines, pregnant women who have not been
physically active before should... - ANS-Begin slowly and progress to a moderate level
of exercise
According to the principle of operant conditioning, which of the following consequences
would be BEST for a personal trainer to use to ensure that a desired client behavior will
reoccur in the future - ANS-Positive reinforcement
According to the resistance exercise evidence based recommendations, a minimum of
how many hours of rest is needed between sessions training any single muscle group?
- ANS-48 hours
Action stage of change - ANS-This stage is comprised of people who are engaging in
regular physical activity but have been doing so for less than six months
Active recovery - ANS-Continuing to move immediately after an exercise segment is
completed but at a lower intensity
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) - ANS-A myocardial infarction resulting from acute
obstruction of a coronary artery
Adduction - ANS-Movement toward the midline of the body
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) - ANS-A high-energy phosphate molecule required to
provide energy for cellular function. Produced both aerobically and anaerobically and
stored in the body.
An anterior pelvic tilt will increase... in the lumbar spine - ANS-Lordosis
, An approach to estimating body fat that incorporates the measure of subcutaneous fat
is... - ANS-Skinfold measurements
An increase in the hormone relaxin will increase... - ANS-Joint laxity
An inflammation of the wrist extensors near their origin is commonly referred to as... -
ANS-Tennis elbow
Anatomical position refers to a person standing erect with head, eyes and palms
facing... - ANS-Forward
Angina - ANS-A common symptom of coronary artery disease characterized by chest
pain, tightness, or radiating pain resulting from a lack of blood flow to the heart muscle.
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists - ANS-A class of drugs used to treat high blood
pressure and other conditions by preventing angiotensin II from binding to angiotensin II
receptors, thereby allowing blood vessels to dilate; also referred to as angiotensin
receptor blockers
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors - ANS-A class of drugs used to treat
high blood pressure and other conditions by reducing the activity of angiotensin
converting enzyme, which converts angiotensin I to II
Antecedents - ANS-Variables or factors that precede and influence a client's behavior
Anterior - ANS-Anatomical term meaning toward the front, same as ventral; opposite of
posterior
Anterior crucial ligament (ACL) - ANS-A primary stabilizing ligament of the knee that
travels from the medial border of the lateral femoral condole to its point of insertion
anterolaterally to the medial tibial spine
Anterior tilting of the pelvis frequently occurs in individuals with tight... - ANS-Hip flexors
Any client who is not consistently performing moderate intensity cardiorespiratory
exercise should begin with... - ANS-Base training
Appendicular skeleton - ANS-The ones of the upper and lower limbs and the pectoral
(shoulder) and pelvic (hip) girdles
As people age... and .... increase - ANS-Depression and anxiety
Associative stage of learning - ANS-The second stage of learning a motor skill, when
performers have mastered the fundamentals and can concentrate on skill refinement.
