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1. Which is not a component of the cardiovascular system? a)heart b)blood c) blood vessels d)lungs: D) Lungs 2. What are the three functions of the nervous system?: Sensory (gather info); Intregrative (interpret info); Motor (respond) 3. The sensory neurons transmit nerve impulses to which structures? a)Other neurons b)The brain c)The spinal cord d)The brain & spinal cord: D) The brain & spinal cord 4. One of the main purposes of exercise is to exert the cardiovascular and respiratory systems? True or False?: True 5. What are the three systems that are collectively referred to as the kinetic chain?: muscular, articular, neutral 6. Is the oxidative system for producing aerobic energy or anaerobic energy?- : Aerobic 7. Which energy system is needed for running up a 100-yard hill as fast as possible? a)Oxidative system b)ATP-CP system c)Anaerobic Glycolysis/lactic acid system: B) ATP-CP system 8. What is the function of the ATP-CP system? a)To provide energy all the time b)To provide energy for low intensity long workouts c)To provide energy for high intensity short workouts d)all of the above: c)To provide energy for high intensity short 9. Which of the following is NOT an organ or tissue required to work intensely during a workout? a)heart b)lungs c)muscle d)none of the above: d)none of the above 10. A personal trainer can cause a client injury with an inappropriate workout if the trainer is not aware of how the body works? True or false?: True 11. Which of the following is not part of the study of biomechanics? a)Physics; fluid mechanics and thermodynamics (the study of energy) b)Biology; under- standing tendons and muscles c)Mathematics; calculus and algebra d)Chem- istry; the production of hormones during exercise: d)Chemistry; the production of hormones during exercise 12. Kinematics is the study of human motion. True or false?: True 13. What are the five biomechanical processes that occur duriing a warm-up exercise?: cardiorespiratory changes (increased utilization of oxygen by muscles), increased blood flow to active muscles, heightened body temp, enhanced motor skills and brain transmissions with nervous impulses moving faster, increased dis- comfort from muscles and cardiorespiratory system 2} 15. As you walk from one end of the room to the other, what forces are influ- encing your movement? a)gravity b)friction c)tension d)all of the above: d)all of the above 16. What is the opposite of the motion pronation (to turn the palms face down)?: Supination 17. What are the three planes of motion that intersect in the body?: Traverse plane, sagittal plane, frontal plane 18. Concentric, eccentric and isometric/static are the names of three major types of what?: Muscle action 19. How is muscle strength typically measured?: MMT - Manual muscle test 20. What system of the body plays a role in proprioception (perception of an object's position)? a)nervous system b)cardiorespiratory system c)immunce system d)digestive system: a)nervous system 21. What is the purpose of the initial client assessment? a)to learn about the client b)to efficiently tailor the proper workout regimen c)to understand the likes and dislikes of the client d)all of the above: d)all of the above 22. One of the many jobs a personal trainer has is to advise the client on how to handle any unresolved medical issues they may have. True or false?: False 23. In order to keep the client's medical information private, the personal trainer should put a in the assessment form.: Confidentiality clause 24. All of the following are considered lifestyle categories: hobbies, physical 4] activities, workout in front of a computer and nutritional habits. True or false?- : True 25. Knowing what medications the client is taking and possible side effects are important because a)the trainer may need to borrow some if the medication runs out b)the client may be allergic to certain medications c)there may be conflicts between the recommended workout and the medication d)the trainer may need to refill the prescription: c)there may be conflicts between the recommended workout and the medication 26. Small changes in one's daily routine like parking further away from a building or taking the stairs can have a large impact on fitness goals. True or False?: True 27, Why do most people hire a personal trainer?: To add that special benefit that the client has been missing as a means of fulfilling weight-loss or fitness goals. 28. The optimum regimen that is specific to the client's needs can be best designed when the assessment is .: Thorough 29. The best way to conduct an initial assessment is to a)give the client the form to take home so it is not filled out in a hurry b)let the client fill the form out while demonstrating how to stretch c)going over the form with the client 38. Periodization is a)muscular action in which there is no change in muscle length b)the use of progressive cycling in resistance training c)the position from which all movement begins and ends: b)the use of progressive cycling in resistance training 39. Name four ways that one can vary the volumen and intensity of exercise.: - changing the choice of exercises, varying the order of exercises, adjusting resistance or load, adjusting the number of sets of an exercise, changing the number of exercises for a specific muscle group, altering joint angles and positioning, changing an exercise from working a single joint to multiple joints or vice versa, changing exercises from primary to assisted exercise or vice versa, changing the repetition or range of exercise, changing the type of muscle contraction, adjusting the speed of movement, altering rest periods between sets, adjusting nutrition 40. The two forms of overtraining are .: Sympathetic and parasympa- thetic 41. More than 30% of sports injuries seen are due to a lack of a warm-up. True or False?: True 42, Which of the following is NOT a type of passive warm-up? a)heat applica- tion b)hot shower c)massage d)stretching: d)stretching 43. Because a warm-up can improve flexibility, stretching should be done after the warm-up. True or False?: True 44. What are the three types of flexibility?: Corrective, active, functional 45. Where should a client with arthritis start on the flexibility continuum?: Cor- rective 46. Which of the three phases belong to the flexibility continuum? a)functional flexibility b)ballistic flexibility c)active flexibility d)corrective flexibility: a)func- tional flexibility c)active flexibility d)corrective flexibility 47. What is SMFR and what does the acronym stand for?: It stands for static stretching and Self MyoFascial Release and is the technique involoved in corrective flexibility. 48. Which three factors should be included in the design of a training pro- gram?: Breathing, Posture, Warming Up 49. What is the purpose of the corrective flexibility phase?: To correct muscle imbalances and improve joint ailments. 50. SMFR should be performed after stretching. True or False?: False 51. What is cardiorespiratory conditioning?: An activity used to improve the body's ability to process and deliver oxygen by using intense movements and activities that stimulate the cardio vascular system. 52. The progression from a lower intensity level to a higher intensity level, longer duration, and/or increased frequency of exercise is known 8} 61. Muscle cramps can be caused by the following: a)electrolyte imbalances b)muscle fatigue c)dehydration d)all of the above: d)all of the above 62. If a person feels dehydration has already started.: Thirsty. 63. Dehydration can be avoided if a client drinks a lot of water right before training. True or False: False - client should drink water throughout the day. Before, during, after a workout. 64. Water is lost through a)skin and respiratory tract b)urinationand feces c)skin d)both a and b: d)both a and b 65. If a person is suffering from he should be relocated to a cool area where he can lie down and drink plenty of fluids.: Heat exhaustion 66. If a person is suffering from he needs medical attention in addition to being relocated to a cool area and given fluids.: Heat stroke 67. Over-hydration is a common problem that can be treated with rest and fluid restriction. True or False?: False - it is an uncommon problem 68. If a person is dehydrated, the best way to overcome this is to consume a)water b)electrolyte based drinks: b)electrolyte based drinks 69. Water intoxication causes thickening of the blood and hypernatremia (too much sodium). True or False?: False - causes thinning of the blood 10/ 70. A person suffering from heat exhaustion will have skin, while a person suffering from heat stroke will have skin.: moist & flushed; hot & dry 71. Pregnant women in their second trimester should avoid lying on their backs while performing exercises. True or False?: True 72. Which of the following activities is NOT recommended for a pregnant woman? a)pilates b)light/low impact aerobics c)long distance running d)swim- ming: c)long distance running 73. List three types of exercises that are beneficial for elderly persons.: Walk- ing, dancing, swimming, light-to-moderate weight training. 74. What are some reasons for the current increase in childhood obesity?: - There is the absence of physical activity in the daily routine of today's youth and they are participating in an unhealthy diet. 75. When can exercise-induced asthma (EIA) occur during exercise? a)during the first 6-12 minutes of exercise b)during the last 5-10 minutes of exercise c)it can only happen after exercising for more than 30 minutes d)both A and B: d)both A and B - a)during the first 6-12 minutes of exercise b)during the last 5-10 minutes of exercise 76. Which part of the body is typically NOT affected when an individual suffers from osteoarthritis? a)knees b)back c)hips d)spine: b)back 77. Type 1 diabetes mellitus is caused by a failure of what organ?: pancreas 87. When there is an insufficient supply of carbohydrates available for energy the body will instead use as its primary energy source.: Amino Acids 88. Creatine is an essential nutrient. True or False?: False 89. Caffeine can:: improve aerobic endurance during the short-term, extreme exer- cise; increase fat oxidation; decrease the perception of pain; allow for more intensity in athletic performance 90. When should you advise your clients to hydrate?: Before during and after exercise 91, What is the most common complaint made by clients against their personal trainer?: Slipping and falling that led to injury is the number one complaint of clients against their personal trainer. 92. As a personal trainer, you are required by law to follow the HIPAA regula- tions. True or False?: False, but that could change in the future. 93. Explain how a trainer would deal with a client who has a specific condition that the trainer has not been certified to handle.: Personal trainers need to ensure that they receive the proper additional training and certification for special needs groups. However, if the trainer cannot achieve the necessary certification in a timely manner, the trainer should refer the special needs client to another trainer certified in the appropriate area. 94. Liability can be reduced by:: Avoidance, Retention, Reduction, Transfer 95. List four components of a good website: A purpose, graphics and relevant links to other health and fitness sites; an appropriate domain name to generate and drive the buiness; interactive content (quizzes, polls, ways to calculate BMI); up-to-date information. 96. When considering customer service, the acronym, READ, stands for:: Rap- port, empathy, assessment, development 97. In order to become a personal trainer, an individual needs to obtain a bachelor's degree in Personal Training from an accredited institution. True or False?: False 98. Name the difference between a corporation and an S-Corporation.: A corpo- ration is a true business entity and must abide by federal, state and local regulations set forth for corporations. An S-Corporation is usually the best alternative for a small business. It protects the owners from personal asset loss and limits the risk of the individuals involved. The big difference is how the business is classified with the IRS and how taxes are handled. 99. What are the components of a Business Plan?: Budget, established policies for employees and clients, advertisements and profits. 100. You should check the website to ensure that the online cer- tification program chose is accredited.: National Organization for Competency Assurance at www.noca.org.