6/14/25, 6:40 PM NASM CPT Final Exam
NASM CPT ACTUAL FINAL EXAM 2025-2026 \COMPLETE
TEST BANK |UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ACCURATE
DETAILED ANSWERS \VERIFIED ANSWERS \ALREADY
GRADED A+
Name movement Low back arches, shoulder elevates, head migrates forward
compensations observed
during a Pushing
assessment.
During a Pushing assessment, Hip flexors and erector spinae
what are the probable
overactive muscles when
a
client's lower back arches?
During a Pushing assessment, Intrinsic core stabilizers
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
client's lower back arches?
During a Pushing assessment, Upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapulae
what are the probable
overactive muscles when
a
client's shoulder
elevates/head migrates
forward?
During a Pushing assessment, Middle/ lower trapezius
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
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client's shoulders elevate?
During a Pushing assessment, Deep cervical flexors
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
client's head protrudes
forward?
Name the assessment that Shark Skill Test
measures lower extremity
agility and neuromuscular
control.
What is an indicator that a Wearing dress shoes (high heels)
female client's ankle
complex will be in a plantar
flexed position for
extended periods of time
based on occupation?
Name the class of medication Beta-blockers
that
decreases heart rate and
blood pressure
Name 2 conditions in which High blood pressure and arrhythmias
Beta-blockers might be
prescribed.
What muscle action develops Eccentric
tension while lengthening
and prevents resistance
from accelerating in an
uncontrolled manner?
What muscle action develops Concentric
when a
muscle exerts more force
than is placed on it,
resulting in the shortening
of the
muscle?
Name the imaginary Sagittal plane
bisector that divides the
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body into right and left
halves.
This movement primarily Frontal plane movements
occurs from side to side,
as if there were a wall in
front of
and behind the body.
Name the energy storage Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP
and transfer unit within the
cells of the body.
What is the starting zone of Zone one
cardiorespiratory training
when a client scores poor
during the YMCA 3-
Minute Step Test?
What is the starting zone of Zone two
cardiorespiratory training
when a client scores
average on the YMCA 3-
Minute Step Test?
What information can be Common movement patterns
provided to the health and
fitness professional by
knowing the client's
occupation?
What relevant information Extended periods of sitting, repetitive movements, dress shoes,
can you learn about a mental stress
client based on their
occupation and
movement capacity?
Which muscles have Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius
decreased neural control
once a client has had an
ankle sprain?
This chamber of the Left atrium
heart gathers
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oxygenated blood
coming to the heart
from the lungs.
Give the straight percentage (220-client's age) x desired intensity
method
equation for calculating a
client's target heart rate.
When is the best time for upon waking in the morning
clients to measure their
resting heart rate?
Name two common tests for YMCA 3-Min Step Test & Rockport Walk Test
assessing
cardiorespiratory
efficiency.
What are three methods of Underwater weighing, bioelectrical impedance, and skin fold
assessing body fat measurements
percentage?
What is the BMI range for 35.0-39.99
a person who has a very
high risk of disease?
What are the two main calf Gastrocnemius and soleus
muscles that are
responsible for
concentrically accelerating
plantar flexion?
Name the muscle that is Gluteus maximus
responsible for
concentrically accelerating
hip extension and external
rotation.
What do you call measurable Objective information
data
regarding a clients physical
state, such as body
composition, movement
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NASM CPT ACTUAL FINAL EXAM 2025-2026 \COMPLETE
TEST BANK |UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ACCURATE
DETAILED ANSWERS \VERIFIED ANSWERS \ALREADY
GRADED A+
Name movement Low back arches, shoulder elevates, head migrates forward
compensations observed
during a Pushing
assessment.
During a Pushing assessment, Hip flexors and erector spinae
what are the probable
overactive muscles when
a
client's lower back arches?
During a Pushing assessment, Intrinsic core stabilizers
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
client's lower back arches?
During a Pushing assessment, Upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapulae
what are the probable
overactive muscles when
a
client's shoulder
elevates/head migrates
forward?
During a Pushing assessment, Middle/ lower trapezius
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
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client's shoulders elevate?
During a Pushing assessment, Deep cervical flexors
what are the probable
underactive muscles
when a
client's head protrudes
forward?
Name the assessment that Shark Skill Test
measures lower extremity
agility and neuromuscular
control.
What is an indicator that a Wearing dress shoes (high heels)
female client's ankle
complex will be in a plantar
flexed position for
extended periods of time
based on occupation?
Name the class of medication Beta-blockers
that
decreases heart rate and
blood pressure
Name 2 conditions in which High blood pressure and arrhythmias
Beta-blockers might be
prescribed.
What muscle action develops Eccentric
tension while lengthening
and prevents resistance
from accelerating in an
uncontrolled manner?
What muscle action develops Concentric
when a
muscle exerts more force
than is placed on it,
resulting in the shortening
of the
muscle?
Name the imaginary Sagittal plane
bisector that divides the
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body into right and left
halves.
This movement primarily Frontal plane movements
occurs from side to side,
as if there were a wall in
front of
and behind the body.
Name the energy storage Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP
and transfer unit within the
cells of the body.
What is the starting zone of Zone one
cardiorespiratory training
when a client scores poor
during the YMCA 3-
Minute Step Test?
What is the starting zone of Zone two
cardiorespiratory training
when a client scores
average on the YMCA 3-
Minute Step Test?
What information can be Common movement patterns
provided to the health and
fitness professional by
knowing the client's
occupation?
What relevant information Extended periods of sitting, repetitive movements, dress shoes,
can you learn about a mental stress
client based on their
occupation and
movement capacity?
Which muscles have Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius
decreased neural control
once a client has had an
ankle sprain?
This chamber of the Left atrium
heart gathers
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oxygenated blood
coming to the heart
from the lungs.
Give the straight percentage (220-client's age) x desired intensity
method
equation for calculating a
client's target heart rate.
When is the best time for upon waking in the morning
clients to measure their
resting heart rate?
Name two common tests for YMCA 3-Min Step Test & Rockport Walk Test
assessing
cardiorespiratory
efficiency.
What are three methods of Underwater weighing, bioelectrical impedance, and skin fold
assessing body fat measurements
percentage?
What is the BMI range for 35.0-39.99
a person who has a very
high risk of disease?
What are the two main calf Gastrocnemius and soleus
muscles that are
responsible for
concentrically accelerating
plantar flexion?
Name the muscle that is Gluteus maximus
responsible for
concentrically accelerating
hip extension and external
rotation.
What do you call measurable Objective information
data
regarding a clients physical
state, such as body
composition, movement
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