NASM Certified Personal Trainer - CPT FREE EXAM DUMPS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS]

Question 1

A trainer is holding a consultation with a new client who is in the preparation stage of change. Which of the following actions should the trainer take first?

A. Discuss realistic expectations with her. B. Design a new workout program using the OPT model. C. Lead her through a challenging workout. D. Perform the shark skill test.

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question 2

Which of the following are benefits of a proper cool down?

A. Decreases blood flow and enhances contraction B. Gradual recovery and reduces muscle soreness C. Increases heart rate and reduces stretch reflex D. Complete muscle recovery and repair

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question 3

A trainer observes a client's hips drop toward the floor during pushups. Which muscles should be strengthened to prevent this compensation?

A. Abdominals B. Quadriceps C. Triceps D. Trapezius

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question 4

Which of the following is a contraindication to exercise?

A. Loss of appetite B. Lack of sleep C. Persistent dizziness D. Acute fatigue

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question 5

Which bone is located in the arm?

A. Hyoid B. Sacrum C. Radius D. Sternum

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Question 6

A trainer is preparing a client for a barbell back squat. Prior to initiating the exercise, which of the following should the trainer determine to ensure proper spotting technique?

A. The client's one-rep maximum B. The number of sets C. The exercise tempo D. The number of repetitions

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question 7

Reducing the intake of saturated fat will

A. Lower HDL cholesterol levels in the blood B. Lower LDL cholesterol levels in the blood C. Raise HDL cholesterol levels in the blood D. Raise LDL cholesterol levels in the blood

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Question 8

Which of the following is a benefit of aerobic exercise?

A. Increases resting pulse rate B. Decreases LDL cholesterol C. Increases blood pressure D. Decreases HDL cholesterol

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question 9

A trainer is coordinating with a network of professionals for education and referrals. Which of the following resources would be most beneficial?

A. School gym teacher B. Health insurance provider C. Massage therapist D. Dentist

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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Question 10

When using proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching techniques, how long should the isometric contraction be held for?

A. 16-18 seconds B. 19-21 seconds C. 10-12 seconds D. 13-15 seconds

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Question 11

Cardiorespiratory fitness refers to the

A. Level of cardiac functions that are required to sustain blood pressure and blood flow through the arterial components during exercise bouts. B. Benefits of endurance activities that require the heart to work at maximal capacity in an effort to strengthen cardiac muscle. C. Outcomes of regular exercise relating to the ability to supply oxygen to skeletal muscle during sustained physical activity. D. Improvement in heart rate that the body is capable of as it increases exercise duration with each session of endurance activity.

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Question 12

If an active smoker is hesitant about beginning an exercise program, it would be appropriate to

A. Encourage them to quit and come back when they are down to less than half pack a day B. Explain that exercise can still improve their lung function C. Recommend healthier alternatives to smoking such as using a vape instead D. Start their exercise program but only if they agree to get the flu shot beforehand

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Question 13

A client reports acute knee pain while performing squats. As the trainer, the appropriate course of action is to stop the exercise and

A. Have the client perform static stretches. B. Incorporate corrective exercises until the issue is resolved. C. Ask the client if they can work through the pain. D. Refer the client to a medical professional.

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Question 14

Which of the following refers to the neuromuscular phenomenon that occurs when secondary muscles take over function for a weak or inhibited prime mover?

A. Reciprocal inhibition B. Synergistic dominance C. Arthrokinetic dysfunction D. Autogenic inhibition

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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