NASM CPT EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Which muscle concentrically accelerates elbow extension? - ANS Triceps brachii
What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for fat in the diet? -
ANS 20-35% of total calories
What is a characteristic of a type II muscle fiber? - ANS Generate higher amount of force
compared to type 1 muscle fibers
In what plane of movement do shoulder horizontal adduction and horizontal abduction occur? -
ANS Frontal
Which muscles are part of the hip flexor complex? - ANS Psoas, TFL, and rectus femoris
Which of the following contributes the most to the total calories expended in a day? -
ANS Resting metabolic rate
According to current research, what is the optimal range of daily protein intake to maximize
muscle protein synthesis? - ANS 1.6 to 2.2 g/kg of body weight
Which food would be classified as a high biological value protein source? - ANS Whole eggs
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, A new client has indicated that they are exercising due to advice from their physician, but they
are generally amotivated. What would be the best choice for the personal trainer in their initial
meeting? - ANS Inquire further about what their motives are for participating.
Extrinsic motivation is characterized by which of the following? - ANS Participating in an
activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others
Research has demonstrated that moderate-intensity exercise is best for which of the following?
- ANS Providing psychological benefits
Which barrier to exercise is most likely to be associated with body image issues? - ANS Social
physique anxiety
Not having someone to exercise with would be an example of which type of barrier to exercise?
- ANS Lack of social support
Which of the following would be considered a process goal? - ANS Run three times a week
What type of communication includes posture, hand, gestures, proximity to others, and facial
expressions? - ANS Nonverbal communication
At which stage of change are self-efficacy levels generally the highest? - ANS Maintenance
A new client tells their personal trainer that although he exercises occasionally, he is now ready
to try a different approach to become a regular exerciser. This is an example of which section of
the stage of change model? - ANS Preparation
While performing the overhead squat assessment, the personal trainer observes a client
demonstrating a low back arch movement dysfunction. Which of the following muscles is
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probably overactive? - ANS Latissimus dorsi
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ANSWERS
Which muscle concentrically accelerates elbow extension? - ANS Triceps brachii
What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for fat in the diet? -
ANS 20-35% of total calories
What is a characteristic of a type II muscle fiber? - ANS Generate higher amount of force
compared to type 1 muscle fibers
In what plane of movement do shoulder horizontal adduction and horizontal abduction occur? -
ANS Frontal
Which muscles are part of the hip flexor complex? - ANS Psoas, TFL, and rectus femoris
Which of the following contributes the most to the total calories expended in a day? -
ANS Resting metabolic rate
According to current research, what is the optimal range of daily protein intake to maximize
muscle protein synthesis? - ANS 1.6 to 2.2 g/kg of body weight
Which food would be classified as a high biological value protein source? - ANS Whole eggs
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, A new client has indicated that they are exercising due to advice from their physician, but they
are generally amotivated. What would be the best choice for the personal trainer in their initial
meeting? - ANS Inquire further about what their motives are for participating.
Extrinsic motivation is characterized by which of the following? - ANS Participating in an
activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others
Research has demonstrated that moderate-intensity exercise is best for which of the following?
- ANS Providing psychological benefits
Which barrier to exercise is most likely to be associated with body image issues? - ANS Social
physique anxiety
Not having someone to exercise with would be an example of which type of barrier to exercise?
- ANS Lack of social support
Which of the following would be considered a process goal? - ANS Run three times a week
What type of communication includes posture, hand, gestures, proximity to others, and facial
expressions? - ANS Nonverbal communication
At which stage of change are self-efficacy levels generally the highest? - ANS Maintenance
A new client tells their personal trainer that although he exercises occasionally, he is now ready
to try a different approach to become a regular exerciser. This is an example of which section of
the stage of change model? - ANS Preparation
While performing the overhead squat assessment, the personal trainer observes a client
demonstrating a low back arch movement dysfunction. Which of the following muscles is
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probably overactive? - ANS Latissimus dorsi
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