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NSCA-CSCS PRACTICE ALL 350 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE JUST RELEASED THIS YEAR

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This NSCA-CSCS Practice Exam study guide (Strength & Conditioning) is designed to help you prepare with confidence using all 350 up-to-date exam-style questions with correct, verified answers, aligned with the latest NSCA-CSCS exam updates released this year. It covers the core content tested on the CSCS exam, including exercise science, biomechanics, nutrition, program design, testing and evaluation, sport performance, and safety considerations. The questions closely reflect real exam scenarios, making it easier to assess your readiness, identify weak areas, and focus your study effectively. Whether you’re preparing for your first attempt or refining your knowledge before exam day, this guide helps you feel confident, prepared, and ready to succeed.

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NSCA-CSCS PRACTICE ALL 350 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR


Question 1: Biomechanics


Which of the following factors is most important for determining projectile range in a jump?


A) Takeoff angle


B) Takeoff velocity


C) Landing surface


D) Body weight - CORRECT ANS✔✔a) take off angle




Question 6: Testing and Evaluation


What is the purpose of the 1RM (one-repetition maximum) test?


A) Assess muscular endurance


B) Evaluate aerobic capacity


C) Measure maximal strength



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D) Determine flexibility - CORRECT ANS✔✔c) measure maximal strength




Question 7: Sports Psychology


Which psychological skill involves maintaining focus and attention on the present task?




A) Goal setting


B) Imagery


C) Concentration


D) Arousal regulation - CORRECT ANS✔✔c) concentration




Question 8: Legal and Professional Issues


What is the primary purpose of obtaining informed consent from a client before starting a

training program?


A) To protect the trainer from liability


B) To ensure the client understands the program


C) To comply with legal regulations



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D) To establish a professional relationship - CORRECT ANS✔✔b) to ensure client understands

the program




Question 9: Special Populations


When working with older adults, what aspect of resistance training is particularly important to

focus on to prevent falls?


A) Maximal strength


B) Power


C) Muscular endurance


D) Flexibility - CORRECT ANS✔✔b) power




Question 1: Anatomy and Physiology


What muscle is the prime mover in elbow flexion?




A) Triceps brachii


B) Biceps brachii




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C) Brachialis


D) Deltoid - CORRECT ANS✔✔c) brachialis




Question 2: Exercise Technique


During a barbell back squat, which joint is primarily responsible for hip extension?




A) Knee joint


B) Hip joint


C) Ankle joint


D) Shoulder joint - CORRECT ANS✔✔b) hip joint




Question 3: Program Design


In periodization, what is the purpose of the hypertrophy phase?




A) Increase maximal strength


B) Develop power


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