NASM CES Exam Prep questions with correct answers

Dysfunction in intrinsic core stabilizers (transverse abdominis and multifidus) can result in which of the following? a. SIJ instability and low back pain b. Increased intersegmental stability c. Reduced force generation during movement d. Reduced ability to transfer forces from the lower extremity to the lumbo pelvic region CORRECT ANSWER SIJ instability and low back pain During a bench press exercise, which muscle synergy is occurring? a. Activation of the triceps brachii as the agonist with the posterior deltoid and middle trapezius assisting synergistically b. Activation of biceps brachii as the agonist with pectoralis major and anterior deltoid assisting synergistically. c. Activation of the triceps brachii as the agonist with pectoralis major and anterior deltoid assisting synergistically. d. Activation of the pectoralis major as an agonist with the triceps brachii and anterior deltoid assisting synergistically. CORRECT ANSWER Activation of the pectoralis major as an agonist with the triceps brachii and anterior deltoid assisting synergistically