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NASM-CERTIFIED PERSONAL
TRAINER (A+)|COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR CERTIFICATION SUCCESS
2026
Deconditioned - correct-answer -a state of lost physical fitness, which may
include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint
stability.
muscle imbalance - correct-answer -alteration of muscle length surrounding a
joint
Musculoskeletal system - correct-answer -the combined, interworking system of
all muscles and bones in the body.
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Obesity - correct-answer -the condition of being considerably overweight; a
person who is at least 30# over the recommended weight for their height.
Scope of Practice - correct-answer -the actions, procedures, and processes that a
professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the
professional's license or credential.
The modern state of health and Fitness - correct-answer -physical activity
decreased with industrialization. This resulted in deaths caused by CVD, type 2
diabetes, and cancer to increase. Since then the need for exercise increased;
obesity still increases regardless of this fact.
The history of the fitness industry and personal training - correct-answer -up to
the 1950's, health clubs were male oriented mainly for body builders and olympic
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lifters. After then, different exercise types increased and the ratio between
genders decreased. in the 1960's "figure saloons" or women's fitness centers
began to pop up. In the 70's, personal training began to flourish with low qualified
staffing. 80-90's fitness education organizations were started. (page 5-6)
Best practices - correct-answer -professional procedures that are considered to
be correct, safe, or most effective.
Continuing Education - correct-answer -any of a variety of course offerings that
serve the purpose to keeping professionals up-to-date with their knowledge and
skills.
Continuing Education Unit: CEU - correct-answer -a measure used in continuing
education courses that is designed for professionals to maintain a certification or
licensure.
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Mentor - correct-answer -a trusted advisor in a specific area.
Special population - correct-answer -individuals who will require modifications or
specialized training
Fitness employment opportunities - correct-answer -large-scale clubs, medium-
sized fitness centers, clinical settings, sport performance
Adjacent Careers - correct-answer -Athletic trainer, physical therapist, Registered
dietitian, facility owner, group fitness instructor, management, sports coach,
strength and conditioning coach, licensed massage therapist.
NASM-CERTIFIED PERSONAL
TRAINER (A+)|COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR CERTIFICATION SUCCESS
2026
Deconditioned - correct-answer -a state of lost physical fitness, which may
include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility, and a lack of core and joint
stability.
muscle imbalance - correct-answer -alteration of muscle length surrounding a
joint
Musculoskeletal system - correct-answer -the combined, interworking system of
all muscles and bones in the body.
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Obesity - correct-answer -the condition of being considerably overweight; a
person who is at least 30# over the recommended weight for their height.
Scope of Practice - correct-answer -the actions, procedures, and processes that a
professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the
professional's license or credential.
The modern state of health and Fitness - correct-answer -physical activity
decreased with industrialization. This resulted in deaths caused by CVD, type 2
diabetes, and cancer to increase. Since then the need for exercise increased;
obesity still increases regardless of this fact.
The history of the fitness industry and personal training - correct-answer -up to
the 1950's, health clubs were male oriented mainly for body builders and olympic
,3|Page
lifters. After then, different exercise types increased and the ratio between
genders decreased. in the 1960's "figure saloons" or women's fitness centers
began to pop up. In the 70's, personal training began to flourish with low qualified
staffing. 80-90's fitness education organizations were started. (page 5-6)
Best practices - correct-answer -professional procedures that are considered to
be correct, safe, or most effective.
Continuing Education - correct-answer -any of a variety of course offerings that
serve the purpose to keeping professionals up-to-date with their knowledge and
skills.
Continuing Education Unit: CEU - correct-answer -a measure used in continuing
education courses that is designed for professionals to maintain a certification or
licensure.
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Mentor - correct-answer -a trusted advisor in a specific area.
Special population - correct-answer -individuals who will require modifications or
specialized training
Fitness employment opportunities - correct-answer -large-scale clubs, medium-
sized fitness centers, clinical settings, sport performance
Adjacent Careers - correct-answer -Athletic trainer, physical therapist, Registered
dietitian, facility owner, group fitness instructor, management, sports coach,
strength and conditioning coach, licensed massage therapist.
