ISSA Final Exam 2025-2026 with
Complete Verified Answers – Study Guide
and Practice Material
INTRODUCTION:
This document contains the full set of ISSA Final Exam questions for
the 2025-2026 edition, along with 100% verified correct answers. It
covers all key topics tested in the exam, including anatomy,
physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, exercise programming, training
principles, and special populations. Designed as a comprehensive
study resource, it provides both detailed explanations and practice-
style questions to help learners prepare effectively.
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
The gluteus maximus is located superior to which muscle? ---
correct answer ---Gastrocnemius
What type of contraction is involved in controlling and stopping a
movement? --- correct answer ---Isometric contraction
,The muscle does not move nor does it lengthen. An example is being
at the bottom of the push up position and holding yourself there for
a certain amount of time.
What movement requires constant agonist-antagonist muscle
contractions? --- correct answer ---Dynamic balance
An example of this would be to balance your self on one leg when
trying to perform the pistol squat.
The ATP/CP pathway is best for what activity? --- correct answer --
-100m sprint
Any activity that is short duration and requires max effort.
Sustained power movements that last 0 - 10 sec.
What is the daily water consumption recommendation? --- correct
answer ---3 liters
Bone contains 22% water, adipose tissue 25%, muscle cells 75%,
and blood contains nearly 83%.
Which resistance training system helps to increase intensity and
optimize time? --- correct answer ---Supersets
,You do 2 - 3 exercises at a time with no rest between them. This
style of training will save time and keep the workout intense.
What does the FITT acronym stand for? --- correct answer ---
Frequency: how often someone works out
Intensity: how hard someone works out
Time: How long they workout for
Type: the kind(s) of exercise
In an endurance mesocycle of a beginner's program, which set and
rep scheme would be most appropriate? --- correct answer ---3
sets, 12 - 15 reps
High intensity exercise could be problematic for diabetics due to
which of the following? --- correct answer ---Nerve damage
Nerve and eye damage are most common in individuals with type 1
(insulin-dependent) diabetes.
What is the primary reason for strength gains in youth clients? ---
correct answer ---Neurological factors
, Once those youngsters hit adolescence (10 - 19) testosterone levels
increase which leads to gains.
When working with a new client that is utilizing tempo training,
which portion of the exercise is drawn out? --- correct answer ---
The eccentric phase
Lower the weight down for a couple of sec, hold it (isometric
phase), then shoot right back up on the concentric phase.
4 (eccentric) - 2 (isometric) - 1 (concentric)
What is considered a limiting factor for good nutrition? --- correct
answer ---Cheat days/weekends; repetitive weekends full of not
following the plan.
A good and healthy diet should not be looked at as a chore so on the
weekends you can pig out. You want to enjoy eating things that
taste good and are healthy.
What is an example of a polyunsaturated fat? --- correct answer ---
Omega-6
What should a cool-down include? --- correct answer ---static
stretching
Complete Verified Answers – Study Guide
and Practice Material
INTRODUCTION:
This document contains the full set of ISSA Final Exam questions for
the 2025-2026 edition, along with 100% verified correct answers. It
covers all key topics tested in the exam, including anatomy,
physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, exercise programming, training
principles, and special populations. Designed as a comprehensive
study resource, it provides both detailed explanations and practice-
style questions to help learners prepare effectively.
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
The gluteus maximus is located superior to which muscle? ---
correct answer ---Gastrocnemius
What type of contraction is involved in controlling and stopping a
movement? --- correct answer ---Isometric contraction
,The muscle does not move nor does it lengthen. An example is being
at the bottom of the push up position and holding yourself there for
a certain amount of time.
What movement requires constant agonist-antagonist muscle
contractions? --- correct answer ---Dynamic balance
An example of this would be to balance your self on one leg when
trying to perform the pistol squat.
The ATP/CP pathway is best for what activity? --- correct answer --
-100m sprint
Any activity that is short duration and requires max effort.
Sustained power movements that last 0 - 10 sec.
What is the daily water consumption recommendation? --- correct
answer ---3 liters
Bone contains 22% water, adipose tissue 25%, muscle cells 75%,
and blood contains nearly 83%.
Which resistance training system helps to increase intensity and
optimize time? --- correct answer ---Supersets
,You do 2 - 3 exercises at a time with no rest between them. This
style of training will save time and keep the workout intense.
What does the FITT acronym stand for? --- correct answer ---
Frequency: how often someone works out
Intensity: how hard someone works out
Time: How long they workout for
Type: the kind(s) of exercise
In an endurance mesocycle of a beginner's program, which set and
rep scheme would be most appropriate? --- correct answer ---3
sets, 12 - 15 reps
High intensity exercise could be problematic for diabetics due to
which of the following? --- correct answer ---Nerve damage
Nerve and eye damage are most common in individuals with type 1
(insulin-dependent) diabetes.
What is the primary reason for strength gains in youth clients? ---
correct answer ---Neurological factors
, Once those youngsters hit adolescence (10 - 19) testosterone levels
increase which leads to gains.
When working with a new client that is utilizing tempo training,
which portion of the exercise is drawn out? --- correct answer ---
The eccentric phase
Lower the weight down for a couple of sec, hold it (isometric
phase), then shoot right back up on the concentric phase.
4 (eccentric) - 2 (isometric) - 1 (concentric)
What is considered a limiting factor for good nutrition? --- correct
answer ---Cheat days/weekends; repetitive weekends full of not
following the plan.
A good and healthy diet should not be looked at as a chore so on the
weekends you can pig out. You want to enjoy eating things that
taste good and are healthy.
What is an example of a polyunsaturated fat? --- correct answer ---
Omega-6
What should a cool-down include? --- correct answer ---static
stretching
