ACTION CPT SCI101 – 200+ Study Guide Questions on Anatomy, Nutrition, Program Design & Legal Concepts

This document contains over 200 practice questions and answers from the ACTION Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) program, course code SCI101, based on the official "ACTION CPT Study Manual" (2026 Edition). Designed as a full study guide, this file covers both theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to pass the CPT exam, with emphasis on applied understanding across training systems, assessment, client care, and program structure. Topics include: Muscle physiology (types of muscle contractions, fiber types, proprioceptors) Anatomy and biomechanics (planes of movement, kinematics, joint actions, postural assessments) Cardiovascular and respiratory systems, including heart rate, VO2 max, stroke volume Nutrition and metabolism (macronutrients, hydration, caloric needs, RMR/BMR calculations) Client assessments (BMI, METs, THR, flexibility, muscular strength & endurance tests) Program design (periodization models, plyometrics, resistance training, flexibility training) Special populations (pregnancy, elderly, children, diabetics, hypertension clients) Legal and professional responsibilities (informed consent, liability, documentation, confidentiality) The document includes detailed questions and correct answers formatted for active recall. Calculations (e.g., BMI, lean body mass, caloric needs) are included for practical application. This study guide is ideal for students preparing for the ACTION CPT certification exam and for use alongside class-based CPT prep courses. Relevant for: Students in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports & Health Science, Physical Education, or Wellness Coaching programs Personal trainer candidates preparing for ACTION CPT, NASM, ACE, ISSA, or similar certifications Health and fitness professionals seeking a refresher in exercise testing, program creation, and client safety Keywords: ACTION CPT, SCI101, study guide, anatomy, muscle action, concentric, eccentric, isometric, biomechanics, proprioceptors, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, stroke volume, VO2 max, nutrition, hydration, caloric intake, protein, omega-3, RMR, BMR, BMI, METs, target heart rate, assessments, periodization, plyometrics, flexibility, static stretching, dynamic stretching, special populations, pregnancy, elderly clients, risk management, legal liability, personal trainer exam, certification prep