ACTION CPT TRAINER FINAL PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
⩥ What are 3 kinds of primary warning signs that can indicate the
individual needs a break from training or is training too hard?. Answer:
Life Signs:
*Loss of interest in normally enjoyed activities
*Increased irritability
*Increased sleeping problems
Training Signs:
*Deterioration in performance
*Fatigue during workout that lasts throughout the day
*Loss of motivation
Health Signs:
*Increased resting HRR and/or BP
*Loss of appetite or nausea
*Head colds
⩥ What information should be included in the initial client assessment?.
Answer: General History:
*Occupation - daily work routine, working conditions, and routine work
activities
,*Lifestyle - hobbies, liked and dislikes, opportunities for small fitness
changes, diet and alcohol consumption, smoking, etc.
Medical History:
*Injuries and Surgeries
*Diseases & Medical Conditions
*Medications
⩥ Define periodization and list at least 3 ways to accomplish
periodization in the training program. Answer: The use of progressive
cycles (varying volume and intensity) in resistance training to avoid over
training, deter boredom, keep stimulus levels up and increase
effectiveness of the training program.
*Change the choice of exercises
*Varying the order of exercises
*Adjust the resistance or load
⩥ Name and describe the different types of flexibility.. Answer:
Corrective:
*first part of the flexibility continuum
*designed to correct muscle imbalances and improve joint ailments
*involves static stretching - stretching the antagonist muscle and holding
the position.
Active:
, *second phase of the flexibility continuum
*improves the efficiency of neuromuscular interactions
*active-isolated stretching uses agonist and synergist muscles to allow
the antagonist muscle to stretch
Functional flexibility:
*final phase of the flexibility continuum
*allows for the achievement of maximum extensibility of soft tissue and
neuromuscular control, increasing power as well as strength
*dynamic stretching utilizes a combination of active muscle exertion,
speed of movement, and momentum to stretch a group of muscles.
⩥ What is the recommended order of the fitness assessment tests?.
Answer: 1. Non-fatiguing tests (height/weight measurements, skinfolds,
vertical jump, etc)
2. Agility tests
3. Maximal strength and power tests
4. Sprint tests
5. Muscular endurance tests
Flexibility tests
⩥ How is the maximum HR determined?
How are the upper and lower limits of the HR range determined?.
Answer: 220 - Age = Maximum HR
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
⩥ What are 3 kinds of primary warning signs that can indicate the
individual needs a break from training or is training too hard?. Answer:
Life Signs:
*Loss of interest in normally enjoyed activities
*Increased irritability
*Increased sleeping problems
Training Signs:
*Deterioration in performance
*Fatigue during workout that lasts throughout the day
*Loss of motivation
Health Signs:
*Increased resting HRR and/or BP
*Loss of appetite or nausea
*Head colds
⩥ What information should be included in the initial client assessment?.
Answer: General History:
*Occupation - daily work routine, working conditions, and routine work
activities
,*Lifestyle - hobbies, liked and dislikes, opportunities for small fitness
changes, diet and alcohol consumption, smoking, etc.
Medical History:
*Injuries and Surgeries
*Diseases & Medical Conditions
*Medications
⩥ Define periodization and list at least 3 ways to accomplish
periodization in the training program. Answer: The use of progressive
cycles (varying volume and intensity) in resistance training to avoid over
training, deter boredom, keep stimulus levels up and increase
effectiveness of the training program.
*Change the choice of exercises
*Varying the order of exercises
*Adjust the resistance or load
⩥ Name and describe the different types of flexibility.. Answer:
Corrective:
*first part of the flexibility continuum
*designed to correct muscle imbalances and improve joint ailments
*involves static stretching - stretching the antagonist muscle and holding
the position.
Active:
, *second phase of the flexibility continuum
*improves the efficiency of neuromuscular interactions
*active-isolated stretching uses agonist and synergist muscles to allow
the antagonist muscle to stretch
Functional flexibility:
*final phase of the flexibility continuum
*allows for the achievement of maximum extensibility of soft tissue and
neuromuscular control, increasing power as well as strength
*dynamic stretching utilizes a combination of active muscle exertion,
speed of movement, and momentum to stretch a group of muscles.
⩥ What is the recommended order of the fitness assessment tests?.
Answer: 1. Non-fatiguing tests (height/weight measurements, skinfolds,
vertical jump, etc)
2. Agility tests
3. Maximal strength and power tests
4. Sprint tests
5. Muscular endurance tests
Flexibility tests
⩥ How is the maximum HR determined?
How are the upper and lower limits of the HR range determined?.
Answer: 220 - Age = Maximum HR
