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ACE GFI Questions with Detailed Verified
Answers
Q: At what point does a candidate for the ACE GFI Certification
agree to uphold the ACE Code of Ethics?
Ans: While registering for an ACE certification exam
Q: How can a group fitness instructor renew and ACE certification
if he or she has allowed the grace period for renewal to expire?
Ans: Retake and pass the certification exam.
Q: A GFI who completes a two-day workshop on sport-specific
training for high school athletes has MOST likely earned a(n)
A. Certificate
B. Secondary certification
C. License
D. Advanced certification
Ans: A. Certificate
Certifications provide an assessment of professional competence,
whereas certificates show that an individual has completed a course on
a particular topic.
Q: Which of the following is an example of a neuromuscular
exercise?
A. Power training
B. Balance and agility training
C. Mind-body exercise
D. Plyometric exercise
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Ans: B. Balance and agility training.
Q: What is the foundation for success in all phases of the ACE IFT
Model?
Ans: Rapport
Q: List the 4 phases of the ACE-IFC Training Model for both
Functional Moves/Resistance Training and for Cardiorespiratory
Training.
Ans: IFC = Integrated Fitness Training
Functional Movement / Resistance Training
1. Stability and Mobility
2. Movement
3. Load
4. Performance
Cardiorespiratory Training
1. Aerobic base
2. Aerobic efficiency
3. Anaerobic endurance
4. Anaerobic power
Q: Which of the following statements is the BEST example of
teacher-centered instruction?
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A. "I will show modification, but it is your responsibility to monitor
your intensity level."
B. "IF there is pain, there will be little gain, Stay with it and you'll
feel better."
C. "Learning to enjoy movement will take time. Activities
performed outside of class count, too!"
D. "20 more outer-thigh leg lifts and you'll get rid of that extra
'stored energy' on your thighs."
Ans: D. "20 more outer-thigh leg lifts and you'll get rid of that extra
'stored energy' on your thighs."
Teacher-centered instructors foster dependence, intimidation,
unattainable goals, and quick fixes.
Q: Which of the following leadership styles involves the
realization that having fun together is not a wast of time, but builds
emotional capital and harmony?
A. Visionary
B. Coaching
C. Democratic
D. Affiliative
Ans: D. Affiliative
Q: Name and describe the 4 types of leadership styles.
ACE GFI Questions with Detailed Verified
Answers
Q: At what point does a candidate for the ACE GFI Certification
agree to uphold the ACE Code of Ethics?
Ans: While registering for an ACE certification exam
Q: How can a group fitness instructor renew and ACE certification
if he or she has allowed the grace period for renewal to expire?
Ans: Retake and pass the certification exam.
Q: A GFI who completes a two-day workshop on sport-specific
training for high school athletes has MOST likely earned a(n)
A. Certificate
B. Secondary certification
C. License
D. Advanced certification
Ans: A. Certificate
Certifications provide an assessment of professional competence,
whereas certificates show that an individual has completed a course on
a particular topic.
Q: Which of the following is an example of a neuromuscular
exercise?
A. Power training
B. Balance and agility training
C. Mind-body exercise
D. Plyometric exercise
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Ans: B. Balance and agility training.
Q: What is the foundation for success in all phases of the ACE IFT
Model?
Ans: Rapport
Q: List the 4 phases of the ACE-IFC Training Model for both
Functional Moves/Resistance Training and for Cardiorespiratory
Training.
Ans: IFC = Integrated Fitness Training
Functional Movement / Resistance Training
1. Stability and Mobility
2. Movement
3. Load
4. Performance
Cardiorespiratory Training
1. Aerobic base
2. Aerobic efficiency
3. Anaerobic endurance
4. Anaerobic power
Q: Which of the following statements is the BEST example of
teacher-centered instruction?
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A. "I will show modification, but it is your responsibility to monitor
your intensity level."
B. "IF there is pain, there will be little gain, Stay with it and you'll
feel better."
C. "Learning to enjoy movement will take time. Activities
performed outside of class count, too!"
D. "20 more outer-thigh leg lifts and you'll get rid of that extra
'stored energy' on your thighs."
Ans: D. "20 more outer-thigh leg lifts and you'll get rid of that extra
'stored energy' on your thighs."
Teacher-centered instructors foster dependence, intimidation,
unattainable goals, and quick fixes.
Q: Which of the following leadership styles involves the
realization that having fun together is not a wast of time, but builds
emotional capital and harmony?
A. Visionary
B. Coaching
C. Democratic
D. Affiliative
Ans: D. Affiliative
Q: Name and describe the 4 types of leadership styles.
