ACTION CPT - Trainer exam
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1. If a new client's goal is to build muscular strength, how often should they train
per week?: 1-2 times
Once
3-5 times
Every day
2. (CSP) Which of the following activities is safe for pregnant women to engage
in?: Swimming
3. (CB) Which of the following was most likely created using the principles of
biomechanics?: An ergonomic office chair
(All of the above)**
A supportive device for those with carpal tunnel syndrome
Shoe inserts to correct posture
4. (CES)What are the primary muscles used during normal breathing?: External
intercostals and diaphragm
5. (CPD) You are working with a new client who is overweight and wants to lose
30 pounds, but has never engaged in an exercise program before. Which of the
following activities would be most appropriate to begin with?: Walking?
6. (CB) The study of human motion itself is known as:: Kinematics
7. (CES) What type of muscle action generates tension in the muscle, but does
not lengthen or shorten it?: Isometric (or static)
8. (CN) How can the trainer determine whether or not the client is adequately
replenishing their fluids while engaging in long, vigorous workouts?: Weigh the
client before, during, and after the workout
9. (CES) Because skeletal muscles are grouped together, they cannot function
separately. True or false?: false
10. (CF) It is normal and expected to feel pain while stretching.: False
11. (CES) The ATP-CP system is primarily used to generate energy for:: Immediate use
12. (CN) Fats do not serve any purpose in a healthy diet and should be avoided
completely. True or false?: False
13. (CN) What is the primary source of fuel for the body?: Carbohydrates
14. (CN) Which of the following is a healthy source of protein?: ***all of the above****
low fat milk
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15. (CB) A special device called a dynamometer is required to perform __________
muscle actions.: Isokinetic
16. (CB) Which of the following is NOT one of the three groups of propriocep-
tors?: Spinal proprioceptors
17. (CN) On average, how many calories are expended during 1 minute of
strenuous activity?: 11-15
18. (CN) Alcohol is considered a carbohydrate. True or false?: false
19. (CF) Which is NOT one of the three factors that should be included in a
flexibility workout?: Maintaining correct posture
Proper breathing
Warming-up
Resistance training***
20. (CN) Which of the following is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?: Salmon
21. (CB) Isometric strength training exercises are often used in the early reha-
bilitation process for clients or athletes who have sustained an injury. True or
false?: True
22. (CES) Skeletal muscles can be attached only to bones and are under involun-
tary control. True or false?: True
23. (CES) The body can store large amounts of ATP, so eating regularly while
training isn't really important. True or false?: False
24. (CSP) If systolic blood pressure exceeds ________ mmHg while exercising, it
should be monitored by a physician.: 220
25. (CLB) Which of the following settings is the most appropriate place to train?-
: fitness facility
26. (CWS) Which of the following would NOT be considered an early warning
sign that the body needs a break or a person is training too hard?: Increased water
consumption during training**
27. (CPDE) With regards to flexibility, what does the acronym FIDM stand for?: -
Frequency, intensity, duration, mode
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1. If a new client's goal is to build muscular strength, how often should they train
per week?: 1-2 times
Once
3-5 times
Every day
2. (CSP) Which of the following activities is safe for pregnant women to engage
in?: Swimming
3. (CB) Which of the following was most likely created using the principles of
biomechanics?: An ergonomic office chair
(All of the above)**
A supportive device for those with carpal tunnel syndrome
Shoe inserts to correct posture
4. (CES)What are the primary muscles used during normal breathing?: External
intercostals and diaphragm
5. (CPD) You are working with a new client who is overweight and wants to lose
30 pounds, but has never engaged in an exercise program before. Which of the
following activities would be most appropriate to begin with?: Walking?
6. (CB) The study of human motion itself is known as:: Kinematics
7. (CES) What type of muscle action generates tension in the muscle, but does
not lengthen or shorten it?: Isometric (or static)
8. (CN) How can the trainer determine whether or not the client is adequately
replenishing their fluids while engaging in long, vigorous workouts?: Weigh the
client before, during, and after the workout
9. (CES) Because skeletal muscles are grouped together, they cannot function
separately. True or false?: false
10. (CF) It is normal and expected to feel pain while stretching.: False
11. (CES) The ATP-CP system is primarily used to generate energy for:: Immediate use
12. (CN) Fats do not serve any purpose in a healthy diet and should be avoided
completely. True or false?: False
13. (CN) What is the primary source of fuel for the body?: Carbohydrates
14. (CN) Which of the following is a healthy source of protein?: ***all of the above****
low fat milk
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almonds
15. (CB) A special device called a dynamometer is required to perform __________
muscle actions.: Isokinetic
16. (CB) Which of the following is NOT one of the three groups of propriocep-
tors?: Spinal proprioceptors
17. (CN) On average, how many calories are expended during 1 minute of
strenuous activity?: 11-15
18. (CN) Alcohol is considered a carbohydrate. True or false?: false
19. (CF) Which is NOT one of the three factors that should be included in a
flexibility workout?: Maintaining correct posture
Proper breathing
Warming-up
Resistance training***
20. (CN) Which of the following is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?: Salmon
21. (CB) Isometric strength training exercises are often used in the early reha-
bilitation process for clients or athletes who have sustained an injury. True or
false?: True
22. (CES) Skeletal muscles can be attached only to bones and are under involun-
tary control. True or false?: True
23. (CES) The body can store large amounts of ATP, so eating regularly while
training isn't really important. True or false?: False
24. (CSP) If systolic blood pressure exceeds ________ mmHg while exercising, it
should be monitored by a physician.: 220
25. (CLB) Which of the following settings is the most appropriate place to train?-
: fitness facility
26. (CWS) Which of the following would NOT be considered an early warning
sign that the body needs a break or a person is training too hard?: Increased water
consumption during training**
27. (CPDE) With regards to flexibility, what does the acronym FIDM stand for?: -
Frequency, intensity, duration, mode
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