ACSM CPT Study Guide - Exercise Programming and Implementation questions and answers

ACSM CPT Study Guide - Exercise Programming
and Implementation questions and answers



Optimal client goals should be ________. - ansS.M.A.L.L.
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Definition of S.M.A.L.L. goals: - ansSelf- cx cx cx cx cx




selected, measurable, action oriented, linked to your life, and long term).
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Tai chi is considered which type of exercise? - ansNeuromotor
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The adage "use it or lose it" basically states that physiological gains from training: -
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ansMust be maintained through regular training.
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Before you provide a spot to a novice client for a given strength exercise, you should first: -
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ansProvide a detailed verbal and visual representation of the exercise.
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At what age are children physically and mentally ready for resistance training exercise? -
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ansAge 7 to 8
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Which of the following results from regular resistance training? -
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ansIncrease in bone density
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If an activity requires a functional capacity of 6 METs, what is the total oxygen consumption
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of someone performing that activity? - ans21 mL·kg-1·min
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One MET is the rate of energy expenditure while sitting at rest which is: - ans3.5mL·kg-
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1·min

An advanced client is training with the goal of increasing strength. He has been performing
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3 sets, using a 8 to 12 repetition maximum for the past 8 weeks. Which modification will resu
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lt in the GREATEST strength gains? - ans3 to 5 sets, 5 to 6 reps maximum, for 6 to 12 weeks
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A general training principle for cardiorespiratory endurance is that it requires: -
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ansActivities that involve major muscle groups and is continuous and rhythmic in nature.
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Which activity would be contraindicated for someone with cardiovascular disease? -
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ansRacquet sports
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__________________ which include racquet sports, should be used with caution for client cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx




s with low fitness levels and clients who are at high risk or symptomatic of disease, unless m
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odifications to rules are implemented. (less) - ansGroup D activities cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx cx