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CEP EXAM
UPDATED 2025/ 2026 CERTIFIED
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
CERTIFICATION EXAM –
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW &
PRACTICE TESTBANK EXPERT
VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
APPROVED ANSWERS FOR
GUARANTEED PASS A+ GRADED
Dysfunction in intrinsic core stabilizers (transverse abdomens and
multifidus) can result in which of the following?
----Solution----Sacroiliac instability and lowback pain.
Performing a walking pattern with or without resistance is an example of
activation for which subsystem
----Solution----Deep Longitudinal
Sacroiliac
----Solution----relating to the sacrum and the ilium.
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denoting the rigid joint at the back of the pelvis between the sacrum
and the ilium.
Transverse Adominis
----Solution----This muscle is the deepest of the abdominal group and
helps with breathing but more importantly it activates the core and
stabilizes the pelvis and low back during most movements. Ribs 7-12
anterior 2 thirds of the iliac crest of the pelvis and thoracolumbar
fascia. Increases intra-abdominal pressure. supports the abdominal
viscera. Isometrically stabilizes the LPHC.
Multifidus
----Solution----Posterior aspect of the sacrum. Processes of the
lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine. Spinous processes one to four
segments above the origin. Concentrically accelerates spinal extension
and contralateral rotation. Eccentrically decelerates spinal flexion and
rotation. Isometrically stabilizes the spine.
Deep Longitudinal Subsystem (DLS)
----Solution----primarily responsible for force transmission
longitudinally from the trunk to the ground. Erector spinae,
Thoracolumbar fascia, Sacrotuberous ligament, Biceps Femoris,
Peroneus longus,
Supraspinatus
----Solution----Abducts arm; stabilizes the head of the humerus in
glenoid cavity; one of the "rotator cuff" muscles
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The supraspinatus is responsible for which eccentric action?
----Solution----Adduction of the arm.
Global muscular system (Movement System)
----Solution----Muscles responsible predominantly for movement,
important in transferring and absorbing forces form the upper and
lower extremities to to the pelvis, and consist of more superficial
musculature that originates from the pelvis to the rib cage, the lower
extremities, or both
Which Global muscle subsystem functions in the transverse plane and
helps stabilize the front side of the LPCH?
----Solution----Anterior Oblique
The Four Muscle Subsystems
----Solution----There are four basic muscle synergies in the human
body - The Lateral System, The Deep Longitudinal, Posterior Oblique,
and Anterior Oblique. Even though these muscle subsystems are
classified individually, it is important to remember that they must
recruit and activate in a cohesive manner.
Can Fitness professionals administer instrument-assisted soft tissue
mobilization to their clients.
----Solution----In general, IASTM is a specialized conducted by a
trained healthcare professional.
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What is the recommended number of active movements to include in
Step 2 of the myofascial rolling program?
----Solution----4 to 6
Recent research pointed out that potential precautions and
contraindications for myofascial rolling have not been thoroughly
documented. Therefore, precautions and contraindications have been
taken from which of the following?
----Solution----Related myofascial therapies
What is the minimum duration of stretching per week for each muscle
group to improve or maintain a healthy ROM?
----Solution----5 mins
What is the recommended duration for static stretching for older adults?
----Solution----60 secs
A Corrective Exercise Specialist is implementing a static stretching
program with a youth basketball team. What are the recommended acute
training variables this type of stretching?
----Solution----Hold 20-30 sec and repeat 1-4 reps daily
How does the concept of tissue creep relate to stretching?
----Solution----Creep is the capacity of fascia and other tissue to
lengthen when subjected to a constant tension load resulting in less
CEP EXAM
UPDATED 2025/ 2026 CERTIFIED
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
CERTIFICATION EXAM –
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW &
PRACTICE TESTBANK EXPERT
VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
APPROVED ANSWERS FOR
GUARANTEED PASS A+ GRADED
Dysfunction in intrinsic core stabilizers (transverse abdomens and
multifidus) can result in which of the following?
----Solution----Sacroiliac instability and lowback pain.
Performing a walking pattern with or without resistance is an example of
activation for which subsystem
----Solution----Deep Longitudinal
Sacroiliac
----Solution----relating to the sacrum and the ilium.
,2|Page
denoting the rigid joint at the back of the pelvis between the sacrum
and the ilium.
Transverse Adominis
----Solution----This muscle is the deepest of the abdominal group and
helps with breathing but more importantly it activates the core and
stabilizes the pelvis and low back during most movements. Ribs 7-12
anterior 2 thirds of the iliac crest of the pelvis and thoracolumbar
fascia. Increases intra-abdominal pressure. supports the abdominal
viscera. Isometrically stabilizes the LPHC.
Multifidus
----Solution----Posterior aspect of the sacrum. Processes of the
lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine. Spinous processes one to four
segments above the origin. Concentrically accelerates spinal extension
and contralateral rotation. Eccentrically decelerates spinal flexion and
rotation. Isometrically stabilizes the spine.
Deep Longitudinal Subsystem (DLS)
----Solution----primarily responsible for force transmission
longitudinally from the trunk to the ground. Erector spinae,
Thoracolumbar fascia, Sacrotuberous ligament, Biceps Femoris,
Peroneus longus,
Supraspinatus
----Solution----Abducts arm; stabilizes the head of the humerus in
glenoid cavity; one of the "rotator cuff" muscles
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The supraspinatus is responsible for which eccentric action?
----Solution----Adduction of the arm.
Global muscular system (Movement System)
----Solution----Muscles responsible predominantly for movement,
important in transferring and absorbing forces form the upper and
lower extremities to to the pelvis, and consist of more superficial
musculature that originates from the pelvis to the rib cage, the lower
extremities, or both
Which Global muscle subsystem functions in the transverse plane and
helps stabilize the front side of the LPCH?
----Solution----Anterior Oblique
The Four Muscle Subsystems
----Solution----There are four basic muscle synergies in the human
body - The Lateral System, The Deep Longitudinal, Posterior Oblique,
and Anterior Oblique. Even though these muscle subsystems are
classified individually, it is important to remember that they must
recruit and activate in a cohesive manner.
Can Fitness professionals administer instrument-assisted soft tissue
mobilization to their clients.
----Solution----In general, IASTM is a specialized conducted by a
trained healthcare professional.
, 4|Page
What is the recommended number of active movements to include in
Step 2 of the myofascial rolling program?
----Solution----4 to 6
Recent research pointed out that potential precautions and
contraindications for myofascial rolling have not been thoroughly
documented. Therefore, precautions and contraindications have been
taken from which of the following?
----Solution----Related myofascial therapies
What is the minimum duration of stretching per week for each muscle
group to improve or maintain a healthy ROM?
----Solution----5 mins
What is the recommended duration for static stretching for older adults?
----Solution----60 secs
A Corrective Exercise Specialist is implementing a static stretching
program with a youth basketball team. What are the recommended acute
training variables this type of stretching?
----Solution----Hold 20-30 sec and repeat 1-4 reps daily
How does the concept of tissue creep relate to stretching?
----Solution----Creep is the capacity of fascia and other tissue to
lengthen when subjected to a constant tension load resulting in less
