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NBHWC EXAM PREP 2026 | 150 HEALTH & WELLNESS
COACHING QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS,
ALREADY GRADED A+, GUARANTEED PASS
Q1.
A client comes to coaching wanting to “get healthier,” but does
not specify what that means.
What is the coach’s first step to support the client?
a) Create a meal plan for the client
b) Help the client clarify and define their vision of “health”
c) Refer the client to a physician immediately
d) Begin tracking calories
Correct Answer: b) Help the client clarify and define their
vision of “health”
Q2.
During a session, a client expresses feeling “stuck” with exercise
goals despite previous successes.
Which coaching technique is most appropriate?
a) Offer a detailed workout plan
b) Explore ambivalence through motivational interviewing
c) Recommend hiring a personal trainer
d) Suggest lowering the goal permanently
Correct Answer: b) Explore ambivalence through
motivational interviewing
Q3.
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A client states they want to quit smoking “someday.”
According to the Transtheoretical Model of Change, which stage
are they in?
a) Precontemplation
b) Contemplation
c) Preparation
d) Action
Correct Answer: b) Contemplation
Q4.
In a coaching session, the client says, “I really should eat better,
but I just don’t have the time.”
What is the coach’s best response?
a) “You need to make time if it’s important.”
b) “What does eating better mean to you, and when have you
successfully made time before?”
c) “Let’s write a strict meal plan right now.”
d) “You probably don’t need to worry about food yet.”
Correct Answer: b) “What does eating better mean to you,
and when have you successfully made time before?”
Q5.
Which of the following is part of the ICF (International Coaching
Federation) Code of Ethics applied in NBHWC coaching?
a) Acting in the client’s best interest
b) Diagnosing and treating medical issues
c) Prescribing exercise programs
d) Guaranteeing outcomes
Correct Answer: a) Acting in the client’s best interest
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Q6.
When setting goals with a client, which framework ensures goals
are well-structured and measurable?
a) SWOT
b) SMART
c) SOAP
d) GROW
Correct Answer: b) SMART
Q7.
A client identifies that stress is the biggest barrier to meeting
their nutrition goals.
What is the coach’s most effective next step?
a) Provide a list of stress management techniques
b) Ask the client what has worked for them in the past to manage
stress
c) Recommend immediate therapy
d) Shift focus away from stress
Correct Answer: b) Ask the client what has worked for
them in the past to manage stress
Q8.
Which type of listening is essential in health and wellness
coaching to demonstrate presence and understanding?
a) Passive listening
b) Active listening
c) Selective listening
d) Strategic listening
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Correct Answer: b) Active listening
Q9.
A client says, “I feel proud of myself for walking three times this
week.”
What should the coach do?
a) Reinforce and reflect the client’s success
b) Minimize the achievement as too small
c) Suggest a harder workout plan immediately
d) Ignore the statement
Correct Answer: a) Reinforce and reflect the client’s
success
Q10.
In motivational interviewing, “rolling with resistance” means:
a) Arguing until the client accepts change
b) Avoiding confrontation and exploring ambivalence
c) Convincing the client to change
d) Setting mandatory actions
Correct Answer: b) Avoiding confrontation and exploring
ambivalence
Q11.
Which is an example of an open-ended coaching question?
a) “Did you eat vegetables this week?”
b) “How many workouts did you complete?”
c) “What does a healthy lifestyle look like for you?”
d) “Do you drink water daily?”
NBHWC EXAM PREP 2026 | 150 HEALTH & WELLNESS
COACHING QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS,
ALREADY GRADED A+, GUARANTEED PASS
Q1.
A client comes to coaching wanting to “get healthier,” but does
not specify what that means.
What is the coach’s first step to support the client?
a) Create a meal plan for the client
b) Help the client clarify and define their vision of “health”
c) Refer the client to a physician immediately
d) Begin tracking calories
Correct Answer: b) Help the client clarify and define their
vision of “health”
Q2.
During a session, a client expresses feeling “stuck” with exercise
goals despite previous successes.
Which coaching technique is most appropriate?
a) Offer a detailed workout plan
b) Explore ambivalence through motivational interviewing
c) Recommend hiring a personal trainer
d) Suggest lowering the goal permanently
Correct Answer: b) Explore ambivalence through
motivational interviewing
Q3.
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A client states they want to quit smoking “someday.”
According to the Transtheoretical Model of Change, which stage
are they in?
a) Precontemplation
b) Contemplation
c) Preparation
d) Action
Correct Answer: b) Contemplation
Q4.
In a coaching session, the client says, “I really should eat better,
but I just don’t have the time.”
What is the coach’s best response?
a) “You need to make time if it’s important.”
b) “What does eating better mean to you, and when have you
successfully made time before?”
c) “Let’s write a strict meal plan right now.”
d) “You probably don’t need to worry about food yet.”
Correct Answer: b) “What does eating better mean to you,
and when have you successfully made time before?”
Q5.
Which of the following is part of the ICF (International Coaching
Federation) Code of Ethics applied in NBHWC coaching?
a) Acting in the client’s best interest
b) Diagnosing and treating medical issues
c) Prescribing exercise programs
d) Guaranteeing outcomes
Correct Answer: a) Acting in the client’s best interest
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Q6.
When setting goals with a client, which framework ensures goals
are well-structured and measurable?
a) SWOT
b) SMART
c) SOAP
d) GROW
Correct Answer: b) SMART
Q7.
A client identifies that stress is the biggest barrier to meeting
their nutrition goals.
What is the coach’s most effective next step?
a) Provide a list of stress management techniques
b) Ask the client what has worked for them in the past to manage
stress
c) Recommend immediate therapy
d) Shift focus away from stress
Correct Answer: b) Ask the client what has worked for
them in the past to manage stress
Q8.
Which type of listening is essential in health and wellness
coaching to demonstrate presence and understanding?
a) Passive listening
b) Active listening
c) Selective listening
d) Strategic listening
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Correct Answer: b) Active listening
Q9.
A client says, “I feel proud of myself for walking three times this
week.”
What should the coach do?
a) Reinforce and reflect the client’s success
b) Minimize the achievement as too small
c) Suggest a harder workout plan immediately
d) Ignore the statement
Correct Answer: a) Reinforce and reflect the client’s
success
Q10.
In motivational interviewing, “rolling with resistance” means:
a) Arguing until the client accepts change
b) Avoiding confrontation and exploring ambivalence
c) Convincing the client to change
d) Setting mandatory actions
Correct Answer: b) Avoiding confrontation and exploring
ambivalence
Q11.
Which is an example of an open-ended coaching question?
a) “Did you eat vegetables this week?”
b) “How many workouts did you complete?”
c) “What does a healthy lifestyle look like for you?”
d) “Do you drink water daily?”
