1 - West Ada School District



Practice exam

1. Julie has just completed an exercise confidence survey as part of her initial consultation. She indicated that she has low confidence in her ability to stick with an exercise program after a long, tiring day at work. Which of the following strategies would be the BEST option for enhancing Julie’s adherence to her exercise program?

a) Recommend that she perform an extended warm-up prior to her exercise sessions following work.

b) Suggest scheduling her workout sessions before work or during her lunch hour.

c) Request that she take a mid-day nap so she is more refreshed for her evening workouts.

d) Offer her a reward of a T-shirt, water bottle, and workout towel after completing 10 consecutive sessions with you.

2. You notice a client's shoulders rising up toward his neck during each repetition as he performs the seated row exercise. What is MOST likely causing this movement error?

a) Inhibited upper trapezius being overpowered by the middle and lower trapezius

b) Tight upper trapezius overpowering weakness in the middle and lower trapezius

c) Lengthened and relatively weak upper trapezius paired with a strong latissimus dorsi

d) Strong upper trapezius compensating for a lengthened and weak pectoralis major

3. What is the MOST appropriate method for correcting a client’s form during an exercise in which the client demonstrates an undesirable forward-head posture?

a) Putting your hand where the client’s head should be and instructing her to glide her head back to touch your hand

b) Gently pushing the client’s head into the correct position and holding it there throughout the exercise

c) Briefly massaging the client’s upper back and neck to relax the muscles responsible for the deviation

d) Explaining that if she cannot position her head in the proper alignment you can give her a different exercise

4. Your new client, Sarah, is a strong believer in the practice of vitamin supplementation. After reviewing her three-day food diary, which includes her supplement schedule, you determine that Sarah is taking megadoses of vitamins B6, B12, and niacin. Which of the following statements would be MOST appropriate for addressing Sarah regarding her supplementation practice?

a) “After looking at your food diary, I realized that you are taking megadoses of certain vitamins. I advise you to stop taking supplements immediately and improve your diet by eating more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.”

b) “Your food diary revealed that you are taking an amount of vitamins that could potentially lead to health problems. I encourage you to adopt the principles of the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans and discuss your supplementation habits with your physician.”

c) “I realize that you feel strongly about taking your vitamin supplements, but as we have discussed before, you really shouldn’t need to take any supplements if you’re eating a well-balanced diet.”

d) “Unfortunately, we are going to have to postpone our training sessions until you discuss your vitamin supplementation practices with your physician.”

5. The initial assessment with a new client reveals that her waist circumference is 35 inches and her hip circumference is 34 inches. Which of the following statements about these measurements is MOST accurate?

a) She is at risk for health problems due to increased torso adiposity.

b) She has an average risk for developing obesity-related health problems.

c) She is considered low-risk for developing heart disease due to her relatively small hip circumference.

d) She must undergo more assessments to evaluate her health risk.

6. During the initial interview, a new client claims, “I want to lose 20 lb (9.1 kg) in the next two months.” Which of the following responses would be MOST appropriate?

a) Ask her to tell you about her exercise experience and activities she enjoys so you can design a program to help her achieve her goals?

b) Educate her that this goal is unrealistic, but that she can safely lose up to 2 lb (0.9 kg) per week according to the guidelines for sustained weight loss.

c) Acknowledge her enthusiasm and help her develop more realistic goals and a series of achievable steps to work toward them.

d) Explain that she will have to be diligent with her exercise program and should fast one day per week to boost metabolism to reach her goal.

7. Adam is a healthy, 32-year-old male with no prior exercise experience. His leisure-time activities consist of playing pool and going to see local bands perform. While he is not obese, he has put on a considerable amount of weight and would like the assistance of a personal trainer to help him reach his goal of losing 20 pounds. Which of the following timeframes is MOST appropriate for Adam to safely achieve his weight-loss goal?

a) 4 to 6 weeks

b) 8 to 16 weeks

c) 2 to 3 months

d) 3 to 5 months

8. Adam is a healthy, 32-year-old male with no prior exercise experience. His leisure-time activities consist of playing pool and going to see local bands perform. While he is not obese, he has put on a considerable amount of weight and would like the assistance of a personal trainer to help him reach his goal of losing 20 pounds. Which initial cardiorespiratory exercise program would be MOST appropriate for Adam?

a) Aim to complete 30-minute sessions 4–5 days per week of moderate-intensity exercise with intervals of varying length and frequency performed above the talk test threshold

b) Begin with continuous exercise as tolerated below the talk test threshold and work up to 30 continuous minutes performed 5 days per week

c) Perform daily cardiorespiratory exercise for up to 60 minutes per day using a variety of modes to prevent boredom

d) Exercise every other day for a minimum of 45 minutes per session using a variety of modes to prevent boredom

9. Adam is a healthy, 32-year-old male with no prior exercise experience. His leisure-time activities consist of playing pool and going to see local bands perform. While he is not obese, he has put on a considerable amount of weight and would like the assistance of a personal trainer to help him reach his goal of losing 20 pounds.  After an initial muscle-conditioning program that focused first on stability and mobility, followed by movement training with 1–2 sets of 15 repetitions of light- to moderate-intensity exercises for all major movements, Adam is ready to progress to a program that will help him work toward his primary resistance-training goal of increasing muscle mass. Which intensity range is MOST appropriate for causing muscular fatigue in an appropriate number of repetitions to facilitate muscle hypertrophy?

a) 50 to 60% 1 RM

b) 60 to 70% 1 RM

c) 70 to 80% 1 RM

d) 80 to 90% 1 RM

10. Adam is a healthy, 32-year-old male with no prior exercise experience. His leisure-time activities consist of playing pool and going to see local bands perform. While he is not obese, he has put on a considerable amount of weight and would like the assistance of a personal trainer to help him reach his goal of losing 20 pounds.  After several months of sticking to his exercise program, Adam informs you that he is pleased with his progress and would like to enhance his rate of building muscle mass by incorporating creatine supplementation into his current program. Which of the following responses to Adam’s inquiry about creatine is the MOST appropriate?

a) “While some research shows that creatine may enhance muscular performance, it would be best for you to discuss supplementation with your physician prior to taking it.”

b) “Taking creatine supplements is a good strategy as long as you follow the dosage instructions carefully and monitor yourself for any unwanted symptoms.”

c) “Try taking 3 grams of creatine per day for approximately one month. If you experience any gastrointestinal discomfort, decrease the dose and contact your physician.”

d) “Inform your physician that I support your desire to start a creatine supplementation program and let me know if he or she advises any precautions or limitations for you.”

11. Larry is a client with whom you have been working for the past three months. During that time, he has cancelled or failed to show up for approximately 20% of scheduled workout sessions with you. Recently, Larry’s work commitments have increased and he informs you that he will not be exercising until his work load decreases. In which stage of the transtheoretical model of behavioral change would Larry currently be categorized?

a) Contemplation

b) Preparation

c) Action

d) Maintenance

12. Which of the following provides the BEST assessment of anaerobic capacity?

a) 300-yard shuttle run

b) VO2max test

c) Submaximal talk test for VT1

d) Vertical jump test

13. What is a diabetic client MOST likely to experience if he or she takes too much insulin prior to an exercise session?

a) Hyperglycemia

b) Hypoglycemia

c) Ketosis

d) Hyperlipidemia

14. When performing initial cardiorespiratory fitness assessments with a client who is taking a beta blocker, which of the following medication-related effects SHOULD be expected?

a) Decreased exercise heart rate and increased resting heart rate

b) Increased exercise heart rate and increased resting heart rate

c) Increased exercise heart rate and decreased resting heart rate

d) Decreased exercise heart rate and decreased resting heart rate

15. Postural screening performed with a new client reveals that he has a posterior pelvic tilt and a decreased anterior curvature of the lower back. Based on this information, which muscles should be of PRIMARY focus in this client’s flexibility program?

a) Erector spinae and hip flexors

b) Rectus abdominis and hamstrings

c) Hip abductors and quadratus lumborum

d) Rectus abdominis, internal obliques, and pectorals

16. Cindy’s first attempt at the incline bench press exercise appears shaky and uncoordinated. After the set, Cindy comments that she had a hard time feeling her chest muscles working and that it was challenging to move her arms in a controlled manner. Which stage of learning BEST correlates with Cindy’s performance?

a) Cognitive

b) Associative

c) Autonomous

d) Modeling

17. Which of the following actions is within a personal trainer’s scope of practice?

a) Informing your client that he has hypertension based on elevated blood pressure readings on two occasions

b) Reviewing a client’s food journal to identify high-fat choices and providing education about lower-fat options

c) Endorsing the positive effects of creatine supplementation to a client who is ready for an advanced muscle-building program

d) Listening to a client tell you about his impending divorce and providing advice about how he can best handle the situation

18. What is the PRIMARY goal of a resistance-training program consisting of three sets of 12 to 16 repetitions for all major muscle groups?

a) Power

b) Muscular endurance

c) Hypertrophy

d) Muscular strength

19. You have just completed McGill’s torso muscular endurance test battery with a client. Which of the following results from this battery of assessments should be of PRIMARY focus when designing this client’s exercise program, as it is indicative of a muscle imbalance that can lead to back pain?

a) Flexion:Extension ratio = 0.83 (100 seconds:120 seconds)

b) Right-side bridge:Left-side bridge ratio = 1.09 (85 seconds:78 seconds)

c) Right-side bridge:Extension ratio = 0.71 (85 seconds:120 seconds)

d) Left-side bridge:Extension ratio = 0.65 (78 seconds:120 seconds)

20. As you are assessing a new client’s static posture from the posterior view, you observe that the medial borders and inferior angle of his scapulae protrude away from the posterior surface of his back. This postural deviation is commonly referred to as “scapular winging.” Which of the following muscles should be of PRIMARY focus in his resistance-training program, as it is most likely weak and contributing to this postural deviation?

a) Pectoralis minor

b) Levator scapulae

c) Trapezius

d) Serratus anterior

21. On her health screening form, Carrie indicates that she has been diagnosed with “tennis elbow.” Which of the following anatomical structures is MOST affected by this condition?

a) The medial epicondyle of the ulna

b) The lateral epicondyle of the radius

c) The medial epicondyle of the humerus

d) The lateral epicondyle of the humerus

22. A small-group training participant who enjoys the camaraderie of the small-group environment finds herself feeling as though she cannot keep up with the conditioning level of the other participants. What is the BEST recommendation for the trainer to make for this client?

a) Offer her the opportunity to switch to another small-group training class that is a better match for her level of conditioning

b) Offer to train the client two additional times during the week in one-on-one sessions to increase her conditioning level to match that of the current small group class

c) Encourage the client to keep up with the current small-group class to push herself and improve her level of conditioning

d) Suggest that she drop out of the small-group training class and work one-on-one with the trainer until her fitness improves to the level of the group

23. At your request, a client visits his physician regarding recurrent leg pain. The physician diagnoses him with sciatica and instructs him to complete physical therapy for his problem. Which muscle can be involved with sciatica due to its location relative to the sciatic nerve?

a) Pectineus

b) Popliteus

c) Pubococcygeus

d) Piriformis

24. The “talk test” would be LEAST appropriate for which of the following clients?

a) Regular participant in step, group strength, and indoor cycling classes

b) Regular participant in boot camp and sports-conditioning classes

c) Middle-aged, sedentary office worker

d) An elite marathon runner

25. A new member of your health club has been cleared by her physician to begin an exercise program after recently celebrating her 65th birthday. Which of the following exercise parameters is MOST appropriate for her initial program?

a) Strength training utilizing low resistance and high repetitions

b) Moderate to vigorous aerobic activity 5–7 days per week for 30–60 minutes

c) Strength training with free weights to maximize neurological adaptations

d) Functional training emphasizing dynamic balance exercises

26. During a bend and lift screen (anterior view), you notice a client’s knees moving inward. Based on this assessment, which muscles are MOST likely weak?

a) Iliopsoas and erector spinae

b) Hip adductors and pectineus

c) Gluteus medius and maximus

d) Rectus abdominis and hamstrings

27. Which of the following stages of the client–trainer relationship involves the building of mutual trust and emotional affinity that begins at the initial meeting?

a) Action

b) Planning

c) Investigation

d) Rapport

28. Postural screening conducted with a new client reveals that he has an exaggerated posterior curve in his thoracic spine and protracted shoulders, with the backs of his hands facing forward. What are this client’s postural deviations?

a) Kyphosis posture with internal rotation of the arms

b) Flat-back posture with internal rotation of the arms

c) Sway-back posture with external rotation of the arms

d) Kyphosis posture with external rotation of the arms

29. Postural screening conducted with a new client reveals that he has an exaggerated posterior curve in his thoracic spine and forward, rounded shoulders, with the backs of his hands facing forward. Which of the following sets of muscles and muscle groups should be the PRIMARY focus of a flexibility program designed to address this client's postural deviations?

a) Shoulder abductors and rhomboids

b) Shoulder adductors and serratus anterior

c) Latissimus dorsi and hip flexors

d) Trapezius and rhomboids

30. After working with a local celebrity for nine months, he expresses to you how pleased he is with the results of his exercise program and the weight he has lost. Because of his celebrity status in your community, you would like to use his testimonial in your advertising. Prior to using his testimonial, what should you do first?

a) Have a personal conversation with him and ask him if he approves

b) Let him know that any business you receive due to his likeness will result in complimentary training sessions for him

c) Discuss with him your ideas and, if he approves, request that he sign an agreement stating that he grants you permission

d) Assure him that you will only make superficial, non-personal statements about him in the ad

31. A new client tells you that he has been jogging 3–4 days per week for the past six weeks following a program from a popular health magazine. He has worked his way up to jogging 30 continuous minutes at an intensity of 70% of his predicted maximal HR, which he calculated by subtracting his age from 220. As you design a new program for him, what method for monitoring cardiorespiratory exercise intensity should be used to provide the MOST individualized training program?

a) %HRR using 220 – Age to calculate predicted maximal HR

b) Programming above/below HR at VT1 determined via the submaximal talk test for VT1

c) %MHR using 206.9 – (0.67 x Age) to calculate predicted maximal HR

d) %VO2R using predicted VO2max from the 1.5-mile run test

32. You are working with a client who tells you that she has her greatest success with commitments when there is a reward for her to earn upon program completion. As such, you work together to create a behavioral contract with built-in rewards to enhance her program adherence. Which of the following sentences represents the MOST effective goal statement for the client’s contract?

a) “I will eat less fat to create a negative caloric balance so I can lose weight and feel better.”

b) “I agree to lose weight so I can purchase a new dress in a smaller size.”

c) “I will lose 15 pounds in one month so I can schedule a tropical vacation.”

d) “I will lose 1 to 2 pounds per week for the next two months so I can buy a new outfit.”

33. A new client wants to lose weight and body fat, and agrees to have his body composition assessed during the initial session. He currently weighs 220 lb (100 kg) with 25% body fat (BF%). He wants to decrease his body-fat level to 15%. If he maintains his current lean body weight (LBW), what will his new weight be when he reaches his goal of 15% body fat?

a) 165 lb

b) 187 lb

c) 194 lb

d) 200 lb

34. A client you are working with weighs 200 lb (91 kg) and has a primary focus on increasing muscular strength and hypertrophy through resistance training 5–6 days per week. He is unsure of how much protein he should be consuming to maximize results and asks you for help. According to the protein guidelines for strength-trained athletes from the American Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada, and American College of Sports Medicine, what range for daily protein intake would be MOST appropriate for this client?

a) Up to 52 grams

b) 73 to 91 grams

c) 146 to 155 grams

d) 200 grams or more

35. What type of contraction is performed by the latissimus dorsi during the downward (lowering) phase of the pull-up exercise?

a) Isometric

b) Isokinetic

c) Concentric

d) Eccentric

36. Which of the following flexibility assessment results would indicate TIGHTNESS in the infraspinatus and teres minor?

a) Limited mobility in shoulder extension

b) Limited ROM in internal shoulder rotation

c) Limited mobility in shoulder flexion

d) Limited ROM in external shoulder rotation

37. A new client expresses her concerns about the fitness testing that is advertised in the personal-training brochure from the facility where you train. She claims that the thought of being weighed and having her body composition assessed makes her uncomfortable. Which of the following statements is the BEST course of action at this time?

a) Explain that these assessments are only options, and are not required. Then have her complete a health-history form and only conduct assessments that facilitate program design, such as posture and basic movement.

b) Help her understand that data from body-composition and other fitness assessments provide the foundation for exercise programming and are the basis for quantifying progress toward goals.

c) Inform her that body-composition and other fitness assessments are prerequisites to beginning a new and effective exercise program. 

d) Acknowledge her concerns, design a program without using the assessments, and explore the need for referral for her unrealistic fear of weight.

38. Ryan is a busy, young executive who works 60 hours per week. He has hired you to develop a realistic exercise program that will fit his hectic schedule and to help him adopt sensible eating habits to help facilitate weight loss. He has recorded a three-day food record at your request and the most notable trend is his choice of lunch entree. Ryan eats lunch at a local pizzeria at least four days per week and always orders the same thing—a mini pizza topped with several types of meat and vegetables, and a large iced tea. After an Internet search, you discover the following nutrition information about Ryan’s favorite mini pizza:

Calories: 940

Calories from fat: 378

Total fat: 42 g

Saturated fat: 18 g

Trans fat: 2 g

Cholesterol: 175 mg

Sodium: 2,145 mg

Carbohydrate: 108 g

Fiber: 8 g

Sugars: 17 g

Protein: 33 g

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate regarding the saturated and trans fat content of this pizza?

a) It has a high content of both saturated fat and trans fat.

b) Saturated fat and trans fat content are within the recommended ranges.

c) It is high in trans fat, but saturated fat content is in line with the daily recommended percentages.

d) It is high in saturated fat, but trans fat content is in line with the daily recommended percentages.

39. Ryan is a busy, young executive who works 60 hours per week. He has hired you to develop a realistic exercise program that will fit his hectic schedule and to help him adopt sensible eating habits to help facilitate weight loss. He has recorded a three-day food record at your request and the most notable trend is his choice of lunch entree. Ryan eats lunch at a local pizzeria at least four days per week and always orders the same thing—a mini pizza topped with several types of meat and vegetables, and a large iced tea. After an Internet search, you discover the following nutrition information about Ryan’s favorite mini pizza:

Calories: 940

Calories from fat: 378

Total fat: 42 g

Saturated fat: 18 g

Trans fat: 2 g

Cholesterol: 175 mg

Sodium: 2,145 mg

Carbohydrate: 108 g

Fiber: 8 g

Sugars: 17 g

Protein: 33 g

Which of the following nutrients contributes the GREATEST amount of calories to the total calories found in this food item?

a) Fat

b) Protein

c) Carbohydrates

d) Sodium

40. A new client requests to train only at local beaches, parks, and trails. What is the FIRST precaution to take when training clients outdoors in public places?

a) The trainer should check with the city or property manager to make sure that the areas of interest for training have been identified as “legal.”

b) The trainer should first survey each outdoor area prior to training sessions with the client to plan the workout and ensure safety.

c) The trainer and client need to be mindful of their surroundings, as they will be training in public places and others will be present.

d) The trainer needs to remind the client to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and for training in public places.

41. Randy is a client you have been working with for several months. During that time, he has reached a level of conditioning that allows him to perform 40 continuous minutes of cardiorespiratory exercise at an intensity of 75% MHR. During his annual check-up earlier this week, Randy’s physician prescribed beta-blocker medication to help control mild hypertension, and gave him a written release to continue exercise as tolerated. Based on this information, how should Randy monitor his exercise intensity now that he is taking this new medication?

a) % Heart-rate reserve (HRR)

b) Metabolic equivalents (METs)

c) Ratings of perceived exertion (RPE)

d) HR at the first ventilatory threshold (VT1)

42. Which of the following is OUTSIDE the scope of practice of an ACE-certified Personal Trainer?

a) Performing functional movement and cardiorespiratory fitness assessments

b) Recommending an alternative therapy in place of a conventional therapy

c) Adjusting the exercise program to improve motivation and adherence

d) Educating a client about the role exercise can play in a disease management plan

43.  You are checking equipment in preparation for your next client to arrive for her training session and notice that an exercise bike is not functioning properly and may pose a danger to your client and other gym members. What is the BEST plan of action to take concerning this piece of equipment?

a) Remove the exercise bike from the gym floor

b) Put a ‘Do Not Use’ sign on the exercise bike

c) Unplug the exercise bike until it can be repaired

d) Leave the exercise bike as is and use the bike next to it

44. Which of the following documents may be presented in a lawsuit to release a fitness professional from liability related to a client’s injury?

a) Informed consent

b) Waiver

c) Health-risk appraisal

d) Signed agreement

45. Preston, a weightlifter and a regular member at your fitness center, exhibits a posture in which his shoulders are rounded forward and the backs of his hands face forward when he is standing in a relaxed manner. What is the MOST likely cause of this postural deviation?

a) Consistently performing a workout that emphasizes tightening of the scapular retractors without appropriate stretching of those muscles

b) Overworking the deltoids and rectus abdominis muscles without incorporating dynamic range-of-motion exercises for those muscle groups

c) An over-reliance on exercises performed for the posterior trunk muscles combined with neglecting stretches for the anterior trunk muscles

d) An exercise program that focuses mainly on building the pectorals and latissimus dorsi without proper stretching of those muscles

46. After three months of training, your client has achieved rapid weight loss, is now borderline underweight, and appears increasingly concerned with her body weight and appearance. Which of the following disorders is MOST likely to be associated with this type of behavior?

a) Bulimia nervosa

b) Binge eating disorder

c) Anorexia nervosa

d) Muscle dysmorphia

47. Six months have passed since you started training Claire. She has consistently attended all her scheduled workout sessions and shown significant improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. However, her body composition remains similar to her initial assessment values. Upon questioning Claire about her nutrition habits, she responds, “I have been trying to use the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans you gave me, but I find myself binging on my favorite snacks every night. If you could just write out a diet telling me exactly what to eat and when, I know I could stick to it.” Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate response to address Claire’s nutritional concerns?

a) Refer Claire to a registered dietitian.

b) Ask Claire to record a three-day food diary.

c) Assist Claire in navigating the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans website.

d) Tell Claire to buy fruit and stop purchasing her favorite snack foods.

48. When teaching a client a new exercise, you should first describe the correct technique, then demonstrate the proper movement, and, lastly, allow the client to perform the exercise. What type of teaching approach is this?

a) Tell-show-do method

b) Operant conditioning

c) Shaping

d) Observational learning

49. Your client with type 2 diabetes just received a six-month progress report from his physician. According to his physician, he has experienced many positive health changes due to his exercise program and diet modifications. Which of the following is the MOST likely positive adaptation due to his lifestyle changes?

a) Increased insulin resistance

b) Decreased insulin resistance

c) Increased protein in the urine

d) Decreased use of blood fats for energy 

50. Which of the following recommendations for fluid intake is CORRECT for a client who primarily exercises outside during hot weather?

a) 2–4 fluid ounces of a sports drink every 10–15 minutes

b) 7–10 fluid ounces of water every 10–20 minutes

c) 32 fluid ounces of water within 30 minutes prior to, and following, exercise 

d) 2 ounces of fluid for every 1 ounce of weight lost during exercise

51. Your client has lost 10 pounds of body fat in 60 days. What was the daily average caloric deficit required for this client to lose weight at this rate?

a) 350 kcal per day

b) 425 kcal per day

c) 583 kcal per day

d) 700 kcal per day

52. Your client has consistently performed 10 to 20 exercises per session, two to three times per week for six months. He is ready to be challenged with a more advanced resistance-training program. You decide to introduce a program wherein he performs 10 repetitions to muscular fatigue and then immediately performs several more repetitions of the same exercise at a slighter lighter weight to complete the set. What is this advanced training technique called?

a) Periodization training

b) Breakdown training

c) Assisted training

d) Circuit training

53. When designing an INITIAL exercise program for a client who has postural instability and hip mobility issues, which exercise should be included because it improves core stability and hip mobility and stability?

a) Prisoner rotations

b) Cat-camel

c) Forearm plank

d) Glute bridge

54. Which of the following statements represents the MOST effective feedback for helping a client correctly complete his first set of the bench press exercise using a barbell?

a) “You are doing well, now just do five more repetitions.”

b) “You’re not doing it right. Try to do it just like I showed you.”

c) “Great job of keeping your posture, now try widening your hand position slightly and you’ll have better control of the bar.”

d) “Keep your back flat, butt down, feet on the floor, and remember to breathe.”

55. You are working with a new client who has been diagnosed as having borderline hypertension and has a physician’s release for exercise. In addition to designing an appropriate exercise program for her, you ask her to complete a three-day food record. Which of the following journal entries would be MOST important to address given her borderline hypertension?

a) Breakfast: oatmeal, ½ grapefruit, banana, and 1 cup coffee (12 oz)

b) Lunch: roast beef and cheddar cheese sandwich, chips, and 12 oz regular soda

c) Snack: apple, cheese slices, and iced tea

d) Dinner: lentil soup, side salad, grilled fish with mango salsa, and 1 glass red wine

56. According to research conducted with elite endurance athletes, what percentage of training time should individuals training for peak performance in endurance events spend in zone 1 (HR < VT1), zone 2 (HR > VT1 to HR < VT2), and zone 3 (HR > VT2)?

a) Zone 1 = up to 50%, zone 2 = up to 50%, zone 3 = less than 10%

b) Zone 1 = 60%, zone 2 = 30%, zone 3 = 10%

c) Zone 1 = 60–70%, zone 2 = 25%, zone 3 = 5–15%

d) Zone 1 = 70–80%, zone 2 = less than 10%, zone 3 = 10–20%

57. Once a client is proficient at performing jumps in place and single linear jumps, which of the following plyometric drills would provide the MOST appropriate intensity progression?

a) Multiple linear jumps

b) Hops and bounds

c) Multidirectional jumps

d) Depth jumps

58. A regular client says that he feels “good” and is “ready to exercise” during the warm-up of a training session that will specifically focus on upper-body strength training. Then, while performing a dumbbell shoulder press exercise with the same weight that he used while performing 10 repetitions three days prior, he groans in pain and drops the dumbbell on his thigh. You ask him what is wrong, and he responds by saying, “I hurt my shoulder yesterday and I have been in pain ever since.” This scenario is BEST defined as what type of negligence?

a) Gross negligence 

b) Contributory negligence 

c) Comparative negligence

d) Compounding negligence

59. You are trying to implement forward lunges into a client’s program, but he is having difficulty performing the exercise correctly. Which exercise would be MOST appropriate to include in his exercise program to help him eventually progress to a forward lunge?

a) Side lunge

b) Half-kneeling lunge rise

c) Backward lunge

d) Lunge matrix

60. Which of the following movements would increase the challenge during a balance exercise?

a) Moving from a standing position on one foot to a staggered stance on two feet

b) Lowering the body from an upright standing position with the feet at shoulder width to a squatting position

c) Bringing the feet together from a standing position with the feet at shoulder width

d) Putting one hand on the front thigh while standing in a staggered stance

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