Question 1

During the lunge assessment, the trainer notices that the client has a tendency to lean forward. What does this MOST likely indicate?

Options :

A : Poor hip stability and mobility

B : Tight adductors and/or abductors

C : Weak core and/or gluteus maximus

D : Imbalanced foot and/or ankle muscles

Answer: C

Question 2

Which of the following is the most appropriate training intensity for a client whose goal is to increase the cross-sectional area of individual muscle fibers?

Options :

A : 75% to 85% of 1RM

B : 50% to 70% of 1RM

C : 30% to 45% of 1RM

D : 90% to 100% of 1RM

Answer: A

Question 3

Which of the following is a benefit of aerobic exercise?

Options :

A : Decreases LDL cholesterol

B : Decreases HDL cholesterol

C : Increases blood pressure

D : Increases resting pulse rate

Answer: A

Question 4

Which of the following common upper-body exercises is considered contraindicated for any client?

Options :

A : Dumbbell chest press on a stability ball

B : Alternating dumbbell chest press

C : Seated lat pulldown with bar in front

D : Seated lat pulldown with bar behind

Answer: D

Question 5

A client's head protrudes forward during a pulling assessment. Which of the following muscles may be underactive?

Options :

A : Upper trapezius

B : Deep cervical flexors

C : Levator scapulae

D : Sternocleidomastoid

Answer: B