AFAA PRIMARY GROUP EXERCISE
CERTIFICATION EXAM | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
| ALREADY GRADED A+ | LATEST EXAM
| VERIFIED ANSWERS
Describe the additional methods for monitoring intensity during exercise.
a. Rating of perceived exertion (RPE)
b. Talk test ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------a. How hard an individual
is working on a scale of 1-10 (respective values 4-6 and 7-8)
b. Engaging in a conversation during exercise represents working at or
near a steady state.
List 4 ways choreography can increase the intensity of a cardio (aerobic)
workout. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1. further hands and feet are
to the ground, higher the intensity
2. long lever movement executed from the trunk (shoulders and hips)
3. emotional stress increases the intensity level
4. less coordinated participants higher the intensity
How would you define the word "rhythm"? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------
------The beat and/or feel of the music.
Explain what is meant by a musical phrase. ------CORRECT ANSWER-------
--------Music phrases are linked together to create musical sections. Musical
phrase consists of 32 beats and keeps movements corresponding.
,What are the legal considerations when purchasing or creating music for
group exercise? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Approved by
performing rights and music companies.
List aerobic choreography examples for the following:
1. Low-Impact Aerobics (LIA)
2. Moderate-Impact Aerobics (MIA)
3. High-Impact Aerobics (HIA) ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1. LIA -
March, Step Touch, Squat/Plie, Grapevine
2. MIA - Skip, Twist, Plie/Releve, Knee Lifts w/Heel Lift
3. HIA - Jog, Jump, Hop, Jack
Define LIA, MIA, and HIA, and explain how they differ from one another. ----
--CORRECT ANSWER---------------LIA: Low-Impact - Keep one foot
on/close to floor
MIA: Moderate- Impact - Both feet on floor, feet roll w/toe ball heel action
HIA: High-Impact - Both feet leaving the floor at the same time/alternating
To lessen injury risk and maintain motivation in Type A participants, list 3
types of workouts that provide different mechanical stresses to the body
while allowing high-intensity options for advanced training. ------CORRECT
ANSWER---------------Variety of workouts provide different mechanical
stresses to the body while allowing high-intensity options (e.g., step
training, kickboxing, cycling).
List 4 motivational techniques to sustain a Type B participant for lifelong
exercise adherence. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Feedback
Support
Recognition
Encouragement
,List a minimum of 8 action steps an instructor should take to enhance
exercise adherence for a novice participant. ------CORRECT ANSWER------
---------Footwork
Directional
Rhythmic
Numerical
Functionality
Step
Alignment
Verbal/Non-Verbal
Visual Conspicuous
Discuss how exercises performed in water can help improve body weight,
enhance the cardiovascular system, and prevent injuries. ------CORRECT
ANSWER---------------Cost of energy is higher causing positive training
results for cardio and weight management without fear or rough impact.
What is the difference between land and water when it comes to exercise
design? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------They are both similar
-water can include an orientation to water at the beginning of the exercise
-students should understand orientation and should be allowed to use
progression to regulate the intensity
State the difference between circuit and interval training methods. ------
CORRECT ANSWER---------------Circuit - circuit training involves repeating
exercises and muscle group work through a series of stations
Interval - timed bouts of high and low intensity intervals in a single workout
, List and summarize 2 circuit training formats. ------CORRECT ANSWER-----
----------Super Circuit - Quick, intense cardio/weight setup for flow.
Peripheral Heart Action - Divided into several sequences, each exercise in
a sequence targets a different muscle group
When instructing interval training, what does it mean by:
a) Work/active recovery ratio?
b) Work-to-recovery ratio? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------a)
Work/active recovery ratio is how much time is spent pushing hard then
how much time recovering before repeating.(the ratio of high-intensity to
low intensity)
b) Work-to-recovery ratio is 1:1for sprinters = same amount of time spent
pushing hard as recovering.
List a minimum of 4 things one should do to ensure they are riding properly.
------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Hands remain light on handlebars.
Too much gripping/body weight will tire upper body.
Slow down when preparing to stand up
Increase resistance when preparing to stand up
Body weight should be over the pedal, with the saddle brushing lightly
against the back of your legs
List a minimum of 3 things an instructor should consider when designing an
indoor cycling class. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Teaching off the
bike
Counting
music selection
Sharpening focus
Positive affirmations
Goal setting
CERTIFICATION EXAM | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
| ALREADY GRADED A+ | LATEST EXAM
| VERIFIED ANSWERS
Describe the additional methods for monitoring intensity during exercise.
a. Rating of perceived exertion (RPE)
b. Talk test ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------a. How hard an individual
is working on a scale of 1-10 (respective values 4-6 and 7-8)
b. Engaging in a conversation during exercise represents working at or
near a steady state.
List 4 ways choreography can increase the intensity of a cardio (aerobic)
workout. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1. further hands and feet are
to the ground, higher the intensity
2. long lever movement executed from the trunk (shoulders and hips)
3. emotional stress increases the intensity level
4. less coordinated participants higher the intensity
How would you define the word "rhythm"? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------
------The beat and/or feel of the music.
Explain what is meant by a musical phrase. ------CORRECT ANSWER-------
--------Music phrases are linked together to create musical sections. Musical
phrase consists of 32 beats and keeps movements corresponding.
,What are the legal considerations when purchasing or creating music for
group exercise? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Approved by
performing rights and music companies.
List aerobic choreography examples for the following:
1. Low-Impact Aerobics (LIA)
2. Moderate-Impact Aerobics (MIA)
3. High-Impact Aerobics (HIA) ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1. LIA -
March, Step Touch, Squat/Plie, Grapevine
2. MIA - Skip, Twist, Plie/Releve, Knee Lifts w/Heel Lift
3. HIA - Jog, Jump, Hop, Jack
Define LIA, MIA, and HIA, and explain how they differ from one another. ----
--CORRECT ANSWER---------------LIA: Low-Impact - Keep one foot
on/close to floor
MIA: Moderate- Impact - Both feet on floor, feet roll w/toe ball heel action
HIA: High-Impact - Both feet leaving the floor at the same time/alternating
To lessen injury risk and maintain motivation in Type A participants, list 3
types of workouts that provide different mechanical stresses to the body
while allowing high-intensity options for advanced training. ------CORRECT
ANSWER---------------Variety of workouts provide different mechanical
stresses to the body while allowing high-intensity options (e.g., step
training, kickboxing, cycling).
List 4 motivational techniques to sustain a Type B participant for lifelong
exercise adherence. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Feedback
Support
Recognition
Encouragement
,List a minimum of 8 action steps an instructor should take to enhance
exercise adherence for a novice participant. ------CORRECT ANSWER------
---------Footwork
Directional
Rhythmic
Numerical
Functionality
Step
Alignment
Verbal/Non-Verbal
Visual Conspicuous
Discuss how exercises performed in water can help improve body weight,
enhance the cardiovascular system, and prevent injuries. ------CORRECT
ANSWER---------------Cost of energy is higher causing positive training
results for cardio and weight management without fear or rough impact.
What is the difference between land and water when it comes to exercise
design? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------They are both similar
-water can include an orientation to water at the beginning of the exercise
-students should understand orientation and should be allowed to use
progression to regulate the intensity
State the difference between circuit and interval training methods. ------
CORRECT ANSWER---------------Circuit - circuit training involves repeating
exercises and muscle group work through a series of stations
Interval - timed bouts of high and low intensity intervals in a single workout
, List and summarize 2 circuit training formats. ------CORRECT ANSWER-----
----------Super Circuit - Quick, intense cardio/weight setup for flow.
Peripheral Heart Action - Divided into several sequences, each exercise in
a sequence targets a different muscle group
When instructing interval training, what does it mean by:
a) Work/active recovery ratio?
b) Work-to-recovery ratio? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------a)
Work/active recovery ratio is how much time is spent pushing hard then
how much time recovering before repeating.(the ratio of high-intensity to
low intensity)
b) Work-to-recovery ratio is 1:1for sprinters = same amount of time spent
pushing hard as recovering.
List a minimum of 4 things one should do to ensure they are riding properly.
------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Hands remain light on handlebars.
Too much gripping/body weight will tire upper body.
Slow down when preparing to stand up
Increase resistance when preparing to stand up
Body weight should be over the pedal, with the saddle brushing lightly
against the back of your legs
List a minimum of 3 things an instructor should consider when designing an
indoor cycling class. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Teaching off the
bike
Counting
music selection
Sharpening focus
Positive affirmations
Goal setting
