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NFPT practice test 2026-2027 The muscle fiber type recruited for an endurance event, such as a marathon, would be which of the following? Red slow twitch Which of the following could be a reason that muscles experience atrophy? Aging process Where are the Rhomboid muscles located? Deep, beneath Traps Which of the following is a correctly stated agonist/antagonist muscle group? Latissimus Dorsi/Deltoid Which of the following types of resistance training exercises are BEST suited for the size and strength client? Compound Which of the following is NOT measured in a skinfold test? Glutes Fast twitch muscle fibers are taxed most when: Moving heavy weight What is a primary goal when training an older adult? improving activities of daily living When working with a pregnant client it is important to avoid which of the following types of exercise? exercises in both the prone and supine positions What % set intensity is best for your beginner, general fitness client?
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The muscle fiber type recruited for an endurance event, such as a marathon, would be which of the following? Red slow twitch Which of the following could be a reason that muscles experience atrophy? Aging process Where are the Rhomboid muscles located? Deep, beneath Traps
Which of the following is a correctly stated agonist/antagonist muscle group? Latissimus Dorsi/Deltoid Which of the following types of resistance training exercises are BEST suited for the size and strength client? Compound Which of the following is NOT measured in a skinfold test? Glutes
Which of the following test would be used to assess muscular endurance? Squat test Neuromuscular failure is most common in which type of training? Ballistic What is the name of the receptor within skeletal muscle that is sensitive to changes in muscle length. Muscle spindle
Which of the following is NOT a diagnostic fitness assessment test for new clients? Stiff-Leg Deadlift Test The muscular endurance component of a general exercise program should affect as much total muscle tissue as possible. To achieve this, perform 3 to 4 continuous circuits of these 3 suggested movements: Pushing, Pulling, Squatting
A weight-loss client expresses to her trainer that she would rather not perform resistance training exercises, in order to prevent herself from "bulking up". Which if the following is the BEST way for the trainer to address this situation? Express the importance of resistance training as it pertains to individuals wishing to lose weight A trainer begins working with a slender 18 year old male client seeking to gain muscle mass. The client informs the trainer that he would like to gain 30
pounds of muscle in the first five weeks of training. Which of the following is the MOST proper response from the trainer in this situation? Inform the client that it will likely take four to six months of training to reach this kind of goal Which of the following is a contraindication of exercise? Rapid pulse
How often the client can commit to training Which of the following is the BEST reason for a trainer to re-evaluate a client's program? Client isn't progressing with the exercise program A healthy diet should consist of no more than: 20 - 25 % fat Which of the following is a contraindication to exercise? Constant lightheadedness
Which of the following is initially utilized when beginning a session with aerobic activity? Glucose Which of the following is the only usable fuel source for the brain? Glucose Total Caloric Expenditure is: The estimate of calories needed to sustain daily activity
impede their results, ask if you can be of any help finding resources that could support them in quitting A client, who has purchased multiple training sessions in advance, continually arrives at the gym more interested in chatting about personal matters than actually working out. A results-oriented trainer should proceed by: Reminding the client of the dedication required to improve their health and well-being and that their time with you is valuable. Explain to them that you
want to help them to get the most out of the time you have together In addition to medical history, what is the MOST important thing you should talk to a client about? Their personal fitness goals A client says they want to do an exercise they saw on YouTube that you know is wrong for them, how do you respond? Educate the client on why it's not best for them and then demonstrate an alternative exercise
Training in this rep range will result in the greatest benefit for fat loss and muscular endurance: 20- Muscle energy production in the absence of oxygen is known as Anaerobic glycolysis During the initial assessment of a client, the client informs the trainer that a good friend was once severely injured while performing a barbell squat and they also refuse to perform them. Which of the
following would be the BEST alternative exercise for this client? Leg Press using machine The acute phase of an injury should subside: within the first 24 to 72 hours Which of the following causes the endurance athlete to "hit the wall?" Glycogen depletion Which of the choices below is NOT considered smooth muscle?
catabolic stateA muscle group that is directly responsible for the movement of resistance in a given exercise is a: Prime Mover The sheath of connective, fibrous and elastic tissue that surrounds an entire muscle group is called the: Epimysium Ingested protein moves to the stomach where it is acted on by which enzyme? Pepsin What type of joint is the elbow considered?
Pivot and hinge joint The type of joint that is found in both the elbow and knee is referred to as a Hinge Joint A one leg squat should focus mainly on activating and strengthening the: Gluteus Maximus This muscle fiber type contracts quickly (in short durations) and is associated with performance in an activity like basketball.
