NASM CPT STUDY GUIDE (Solution) 2022
Deconditioned
A state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalance, decrease
flexibility, and a lack of core & joint stability
Muscle imbalance
alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint
Musculoskeletal system
the combined interworking system of all muscles & bones in the body
Obesity
the condition of being considerably overweight; a person who has a BMI of at least 30
or is at least 30 pounds over the recommended weight for his or her height
Scope of practice
the actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in
keeping with the terms of the professional license or credential
Best practices
professional procedures that are considered to be correct, safe, or most effective
Continuing education
any of a variety of courses offerings that serve the purpose to keeping professionals up-
to-date with their knowledge & skills
Continuing education unit (CEU)
a measure used in continuing education courses that is designed for professionals to
maintain a certification or licensure
Mentor
a trusted advisor in a specified area
Special population
Individuals who will require modifications or specialized training
Large scale clubs
offer numerous amenities to their clientele that are not commonly found in a traditional
gym environments. Include spas, restaurants, and juice bars, recreational programming,
climbing walls, tennis courts, swimming pools, and other offerings in order to provide an
all-inclusive family experience for members
Medium-sized fitness center
provide personal trainers, group trainers, group fitness instructors, managers, and
membership advisors. Also partner with licensed professionals for services but on a
smaller scale
Athletic Trainer
work directly with sports team. Serve as emergency responders at sporting events,
including games, tournaments, and practices.
Physical Therapist
Requires doctoral-level education for entry. Specialize in a specific area, such as
geniatrics, neurology, or pediatrics. Continually assess and reassess in order to ensure
the full rehabilitation of each patient
, Registered Dietician
specialize in the nutritional and dietary considerations of clients
Sports Coach
involved in the instruction and training of an individual or team of athletes. work with
athletes of all ages, from youth programs through the professional levels of sports.
Strength and Conditioned Coach
certified professionals who have gone through educational pathways that provide the
background necessary to work with high-performance athletes
Licensed Massage Therapist
individuals who have completed a formal education program from an accredited
massage school. Completed usually 500-1000 hours in length and cover a wide range
of topics, such as anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, and legal
and ethical issues surrounding the practice
How many CEUs are required to maintain the NASM CPT certification?
2.0 CEUs every 2 years
Which of the following is NOT one of the NASM scope of practice?
a. CPTs are health and fitness professionals who perform individualized assessments
and design safe, effective, and individualized exercise and conditioning programs that
are scientifically valid and based on clinical evidence to clients with no medical or
special needs
b. CPTs provide guidance to help clients achieve their personal health, fitness, and
performance goals via the implementation of exercise programs, nutritional
recommendations, and suggestions in lifestyle modification
c. CPTs hold a current emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated
external defibrillator (AED) certification and respond appropriately in emergency
situations
d. CPTs must diagnose and/or treat areas of pain or disease and will refer clients to
other healthcare professionals/practitioners, when appropriate
d. CPTs must diagnose and/or treat areas of pain or disease and will refer clients to
other healthcare professionals/practitioners, when appropriate
Adduction
a body segment is moving towards the midline of the body
Anatomic position
standard posture wherein the body stands upright with the arms beside the trunks, the
palms face forward & head face forward
Biomechanics
study of how forces affect a living body
Concentric activation
the production of an active force when a muscle develops tension while shortening in
length
Corrective exercise
Deconditioned
A state of lost physical fitness, which may include muscle imbalance, decrease
flexibility, and a lack of core & joint stability
Muscle imbalance
alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint
Musculoskeletal system
the combined interworking system of all muscles & bones in the body
Obesity
the condition of being considerably overweight; a person who has a BMI of at least 30
or is at least 30 pounds over the recommended weight for his or her height
Scope of practice
the actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in
keeping with the terms of the professional license or credential
Best practices
professional procedures that are considered to be correct, safe, or most effective
Continuing education
any of a variety of courses offerings that serve the purpose to keeping professionals up-
to-date with their knowledge & skills
Continuing education unit (CEU)
a measure used in continuing education courses that is designed for professionals to
maintain a certification or licensure
Mentor
a trusted advisor in a specified area
Special population
Individuals who will require modifications or specialized training
Large scale clubs
offer numerous amenities to their clientele that are not commonly found in a traditional
gym environments. Include spas, restaurants, and juice bars, recreational programming,
climbing walls, tennis courts, swimming pools, and other offerings in order to provide an
all-inclusive family experience for members
Medium-sized fitness center
provide personal trainers, group trainers, group fitness instructors, managers, and
membership advisors. Also partner with licensed professionals for services but on a
smaller scale
Athletic Trainer
work directly with sports team. Serve as emergency responders at sporting events,
including games, tournaments, and practices.
Physical Therapist
Requires doctoral-level education for entry. Specialize in a specific area, such as
geniatrics, neurology, or pediatrics. Continually assess and reassess in order to ensure
the full rehabilitation of each patient
, Registered Dietician
specialize in the nutritional and dietary considerations of clients
Sports Coach
involved in the instruction and training of an individual or team of athletes. work with
athletes of all ages, from youth programs through the professional levels of sports.
Strength and Conditioned Coach
certified professionals who have gone through educational pathways that provide the
background necessary to work with high-performance athletes
Licensed Massage Therapist
individuals who have completed a formal education program from an accredited
massage school. Completed usually 500-1000 hours in length and cover a wide range
of topics, such as anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, and legal
and ethical issues surrounding the practice
How many CEUs are required to maintain the NASM CPT certification?
2.0 CEUs every 2 years
Which of the following is NOT one of the NASM scope of practice?
a. CPTs are health and fitness professionals who perform individualized assessments
and design safe, effective, and individualized exercise and conditioning programs that
are scientifically valid and based on clinical evidence to clients with no medical or
special needs
b. CPTs provide guidance to help clients achieve their personal health, fitness, and
performance goals via the implementation of exercise programs, nutritional
recommendations, and suggestions in lifestyle modification
c. CPTs hold a current emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated
external defibrillator (AED) certification and respond appropriately in emergency
situations
d. CPTs must diagnose and/or treat areas of pain or disease and will refer clients to
other healthcare professionals/practitioners, when appropriate
d. CPTs must diagnose and/or treat areas of pain or disease and will refer clients to
other healthcare professionals/practitioners, when appropriate
Adduction
a body segment is moving towards the midline of the body
Anatomic position
standard posture wherein the body stands upright with the arms beside the trunks, the
palms face forward & head face forward
Biomechanics
study of how forces affect a living body
Concentric activation
the production of an active force when a muscle develops tension while shortening in
length
Corrective exercise
