Section 1 Practice Test - CPT
Karim, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, recently retired from playing professional football and is beginning his career in the fitness industry. How can Karim best promote his experience as a professional athlete? Karim's experience as a professional athlete gives him the ability to create an accurate business forecast. Karim's experience as a professional athlete allows him to establish a recognizable brand identity. Karim's experience as a professional athlete allows him to create a unique selling proposition (USP) allowing club members to exercise with a former professional athlete. Karim's experience as a professional athlete allows him to establish immediate rapport with club members and potential clients.
-Karim's experience as a professional athlete allows him to create a unique selling proposition where club members can experience exercising with a former professional football player. -Karim's experience as a professional athlete allows him to create a unique selling proposition (USP) allowing club members to exercise with a former professional athlete.
Denise has just earned her NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential and has been hired at a health club. She hopes to attract and retain clientele to grow her business. What qualities would most help Denise be successful in her new career? Creating a social media page to post client results and a hashtag that her clients can use to help grow her following Providing a custom exercise prescription with an added meal plan for each client Providing accountability, support, feedback and guidance, and results Offering her services as an in-home trainer to people in her immediate area
A client could hire a Certified Personal Trainer for many reasons, but the services that a client pays for a expects are as follows: accountability, support, feedback and guidance, and results. If these are not met, it is likely the client will take their business elsewhere or quit altogether.
Jessica is looking to grow in her career as a personal trainer. Which employment option would offer her the best chance to provide mentorship to fitness professionals, use managerial skills, and respond directly to member needs when necessary? Master instructor General manager Fitness manager Strength and conditioning coach
A fitness manager's duties include maintaining a staffing schedule, providing mentorship to fitness professionals, and holding regular meetings with the entire fitness team, all while still responding directly to member needs when necessary.
What is a prospect? An individual who has been identified as a potential client A potential career advancement opportunity A method of creating a service identified by specific characteristics A business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal
A prospect is an individual who has been identified as a potential client.
What type of fitness professional has advanced knowledge, training, and experience in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for competitive athletes? Group fitness instructor Strength and conditioning coach Certified Personal Trainer Physical therapist
A strength and conditioning coach has advanced knowledge, training, and experience in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for competitive athletes.
Mac, an NASM-CPT, has been working as a personal trainer at a health club for almost 3 years. He has consistently received positive job evaluations, making him eligible for a promotion. What opportunity would be the most appropriate to pursue, given his experience? Group fitness manager Area fitness manager Fitness manager General manager
After being successful as a personal trainer, the next logical career progression is working as a fitness manager to run a department and helping other personal trainers to be successful with their business.
Identify the correct number of continuing education units (CEUs) that an NASM Certified Personal Trainer needs to complete in a 2-year cycle to renew the certification. 4.5 1.5 2 3
An NASM Certified Personal Trainer must complete 2.0 continuing education units every 2 years to maintain the credential.
Which individual is suffering from an acute disease? Jorge, who is sick with the flu Tricia, who has type 1 diabetes Roger, who has type 2 diabetes Perry, who suffers from a congenital heart condition
An acute disease, such as getting sick from the flu, occurs suddenly and can be treated and healed in a short period of time.
What is an important step after conducting an interview with a potential employer? Sending a handwritten thank-you letter or an email Having a parent call to ask about the interview results Texting the hiring manager to thank them for their time during the interview Posting a note on social media saying how much fun it was to interview and how cool it would be to work for the company
An email or handwritten letter is the most appropriate way to thank the hiring manager for their time.
Maria is interviewing for her first job as a fitness professional at a boutique fitness studio. Which previous experience would she want to make sure to discuss during the interview to demonstrate qualities of a Certified Personal Trainer? Maria worked as a camp counselor at a youth sports camp while in college. Maria placed second in her first bikini competition. Maria was a co-captain on a state champion volleyball team in high school. Maria was repeatedly recognized as a top salesperson at the clothing store where she has been working.
Because personal trainers need the ability to sell their services to potential clients, any experience working in a sales environment should be featured during the interview, and it is always a good idea to identify any awards received for performing above expectations.
Beth is considering opportunities for how to begin her career as a fitness professional. If her primary goal is to earn a stable income by helping clients reach their fitness goals, which of the following would provide the best option? Offering in-home training services Creating online coaching programs Working for a low-cost health club company Working for a premium health club company
Because they charge a higher monthly membership fee when compared to many other health clubs, premium clubs attract members who can afford personal training services, making them an excellent option for individuals who want a stable income as a personal trainer.
Which statement about cancer is most accurate? There is a lack of cell growth in the body. Cells in the body grow abnormally. It is most common in adults between the ages of 30 and 55. Almost all cancers are preventable.
Cancer is a disease where cells in the body grow abnormally, often creating tumors that can grow aggressively and damage the body.
Why can personal trainers be considered among the most important employees within a health club? Personal trainers are often in great physical shape, which demonstrates that belonging to a health club can produce results members want. Personal trainers study exercise science and have the knowledge to help members get results. Personal trainers are very outgoing and can help create a fun atmosphere in a fitness facility. Personal trainers come in direct contact with members and can have the greatest influence on whether members achieve results.
Certified Personal Trainers could be considered among the most important employees in a health club because they come in direct contact with club members on a daily basis and help them achieve the results they desire.
Which statement about a Certified Personal Trainer's scope of practice is accurate? Once certified, a personal trainer is bound by law in the United States to a specific scope of practice. The scope of practice for Certified Personal Trainers is consistent globally. Certified Personal Trainers do not diagnose or treat areas of pain or disease. Certified Personal Trainers have specific governmental regulations that define their scope of practice.
Certified Personal Trainers do not diagnose or treat areas of pain or disease, and they refer clients to other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires that client records are disposed of in a secure manner? Confidentiality Business practice Professionalism Legal and ethical
Confidentiality - The confidentiality section states that the Certified Professional must store and dispose of client records in a secure manner.
Which chronic disease is the leading cause of death in the world today? Coronary artery disease Diabetes Dementia Cancer
Coronary artery disease - Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the world.
What is the blood pressure measurement that occurs when the heart is at rest or between beats? Systolic blood pressure Pulse Hypertension Diastolic blood pressure
Diastolic pressure is the blood pressure measurement recorded when the heart is at rest or between beats.
What group of hormones are released by the brain during exercise help reduce pain? Endorphins Melatonin Adrenaline Androgens
During exercise, endorphins are released by the brain. Endorphins are associated with pain reduction and feelings of increased well-being and happiness.
When NASM recommends relying on the current best information in making decisions about client care, what is it referring to? Traditional compliance Peer-observed procedure Evidence-based practice Popular theories and methods posted on online fitness forums
Evidence-based practice is the conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about client care.
Which of the following is true about cholesterol? One can live without cholesterol. Exercise has been shown to help reduce high cholesterol. For the body to produce enough cholesterol for daily needs, the diet must be supplemented with vitamins and minerals. Cholesterol is found only in the body's major organs.
Exercise has been shown to help reduce high cholesterol; however, researchers are not entirely sure of the optimal frequency, duration, and intensity of exercise to improve cholesterol levels.
How many pages are most appropriate for a resume? One to two pages One page only Three to four pages Two to three pages
For the greatest impact, a resume should be limited to two pages or less.
What is forecasting? A relationship in which two people understand each other's ideas, have respect for one another, and communicate well A system for learning about the needs of a potential client to be able to identify and present a number of solutions for those needs A business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal A rapport-building technique where fitness professionals walk around the gym floor talking to members without overtly presenting a sale
Forecasting is a business management technique that helps predict how much work is needed to meet a revenue goal.
At her annual physical, Claire found out her blood pressure was 110/70 mm Hg. According to this information, which statement is true? She has hypertension. Her systolic pressure is 70. Her diastolic pressure is 70. She needs to modify her diet to bring down her blood pressure.
Her systolic pressure is 110 and her diastolic pressure is 70.
When working in a health club, what piece of equipment would it be essential to know the location of? The remote control for the TVs or sound system The vacuum cleaner, in case a personal trainer has to clean during the shift Rags and cleaning supplies The AED, in case the personal trainer will need to perform CPR on a health club member
It is essential that all fitness professionals know where the AED is located in the facility because it could help save a life in an emergency.
Which type of cholesterol tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease? LDL (low-density lipoprotein) HDL (high-density lipoprotein) EDL (elevated-density lipoprotein) MDL (medium-density lipoprotein)
LDL cholesterol, sometimes referred to as "bad cholesterol," tends to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
In a SWOT analysis, which of the following would be an example of a strength? Needing to learn more about marketing and sales Taking a workshop to learn more about sales and marketing for fitness professionals Competition from the other health clubs and training studios in the immediate area Having the NASM-CPT credential
NASM-CPT credentials are an example of education, which is considered a strength during a SWOT analysis.
Which common cause of death is the most preventable? Dementia Cancer Stroke Obesity
Obesity
Which statement about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is accurate? It is an acute disease. Brisk walking is not recommended, as it can bring on symptoms. It is typically a stress-induced condition. It is not a curable disease.
Once diagnosed, COPD is not considered curable; rather, it is medically managed over a person's life span.
According to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct, for how long must a fitness professional maintain accurate financial, contract, appointment, and tax records? 6 months 4 years Indefinitely 1 year
One element of business practice in the NASM Code of Professional Conduct is to maintain accurate financial, contract, appointment, and tax records (including original receipts) for a minimum of 4 years.
Which of the following is not a negative side effect of stress? Hypertension Atherosclerosis The release of endorphins Restricted blood flow
One way in which regular exercise helps reduce stress is by the brain releasing endorphins that are associated with pain reduction and feelings of increased well-being and happiness.
Why is it important for fitness professionals to pay attention to their personal grooming when working in a fitness facility? Personal grooming is critical for creating engaging social media posts. Paying attention to personal grooming will make it easier to make new friends while working. Personal trainers are professionals. Having a professional appearance can help ensure that clients treat personal trainers as the professionals they are. Personal grooming can help personal trainers appear more in shape, which is important for attracting clients.
Personal trainers are professionals. Having a professional appearance can help ensure that clients treat personal trainers as the professionals they are.
Which of the following injuries is characterized by a sharp pain in the bottom of the heel that makes it difficult to walk? Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear Plantar fasciitis A sprain Patellar tendonitis
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the fibrous tissue (plantar fascia) along the bottom of the foot, which often results in intense heel pain.
What term describes the process of building a relationship based on communication and trust? Developing a unique selling proposition (USP) Building rapport Forecasting Working the floor
Rapport relates to the process of building a relationship based on communication and trust.
Javier has recently earned his NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential and is starting to apply to health clubs for his first job as a personal trainer. Which job from his previous non-fitness industry work experience demonstrates qualities that would best be applicable to personal training? Warehouse worker Driver for a ride-sharing service Restaurant server Nightclub security guard
Restaurant server - The customer service and sales requirements of being a server, especially in a busy restaurant, are directly applicable to being a personal trainer in a busy health club, which requires the ability to multitask, work directly with customers, and sell personal training services.
What is the dysfunction that occurs due to narrowing and rubbing of the soft tissue and bony structures of the shoulder? Dislocation of the shoulder Frozen shoulder Rotator cuff tear Shoulder impingement
Shoulder impingement
Which term refers to a person's education, income, and occupation? Emotional health Global state of health Socioeconomic status Behavioral health
Socioeconomic status is defined as the social standing of a person or group that includes education, income, and occupation.
What do the letters OPT within the OPT model stand for? Optimum Performance Training Optimum Peak Teaching Optional Practical Training Optional Performance Testing
The NASM proprietary approach to exercise training, the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) model, was developed with evidence-based practice as a core guiding philosophy.
What is homeostasis? A process by which the human body continually strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium A situation in which the human body is rapidly changing all the time A combination of influences that include education, income, and occupation Any abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of a part of the body
The body continually strives to maintain a relatively stable equilibrium.
Which statement best describes the first stage of the sales process? Promoting the benefits of personal training for improving health and longevity Identifying a customer's needs Discussing pricing options Asking for referrals
The first step of the sales process is identifying a customer's needs.
What is the purpose of a professional personal training certification? To ensure gyms and health clubs follow rules established by OSHA To demonstrate that an individual is committed to the field of personal training To ensure that individual job candidates can demonstrate the ability to perform the tasks required for this job category To abide by federal guidelines that require certification for fitness professionals
The purpose of a professional personal training certification is to ensure that individual job candidates can demonstrate the ability to perform the tasks required for a specific job category.
What most correctly identifies the purpose of a resume? A resume allows a job candidate to highlight their expertise in a particular field. A resume allows a job candidate to identify athletic accomplishments. A resume allows a job candidate to express a personal statement about their passion. A resume allows a job candidate to present their job skills to a potential employer.
The purpose of a resume is to present a candidate's job skills and work experience to a potential employer, who can decide if the candidate has the skills they need.
What is the most appropriate way to conclude a sales presentation with a potential client? Swapping social media handles so the trainer and client can follow each other Agreeing to call the potential client in 2 days to follow up Asking the member for a personal phone number to use to follow up via texting Asking for the sale and scheduling the first session
The sales process is completed when an individual making a sales presentation asks the customer for the sale and, in the case of personal training, schedules the first workout.
Which section of the NASM Code of Professional Conduct requires the use of appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions? Professionalism Business practice Confidentiality Legal and ethical
The section on professionalism states that the Certified Professional must use appropriate professional communication in all verbal, nonverbal, and written transactions.
What impacts can exercise have on cholesterol levels in the body? It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol. It can increase LDL cholesterol. It increases both HDL and LDL cholesterol. It can lower both HDL and LDL cholesterol.
The use of exercise to help reduce weight and control blood sugar levels will likely result in favorable reductions in LDL cholesterol levels. -It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol.
Using the healthcare continuum, how would training with a fitness professional be classified? Alternative medicine Behavioral health Preventive care Physical therapy
Training with a fitness professional would be classified as preventive.
Which condition is an example of a chronic disease? Strep throat Flu Appendicitis Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is defined as a chronic disease, as it is long lasting and the result of a combination of genetic, physiological, environmental, and behavioral factors.
Which of the following is unique to type 2 diabetes? Insulin resistance The pancreas does not make insulin. The body has low levels of insulin. It can develop regardless of a healthy diet.
When excess insulin continually tries to deliver glucose to cells that already have more than they can use, cells stop responding to it. -Insulin resistance
Roberta is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer who is going to be working as an independent contractor at a popular health club. What is the most important step to take before starting her job? Buying new outfits so that other members will notice her while she's working out Purchasing social media followers to enhance her profile Purchasing liability insurance to protect her personal assets Designing cute T-shirts with her logo to give away to potential clients
Whether working as an independent contractor or employee, investing in liability insurance can provide important protections for a personal trainer.
Prior to ever working with a client, what is the most important priority when starting an independent personal training business? Purchasing fitness equipment Having consistent names on all social media accounts Purchasing liability insurance and appropriate business licenses Designing a website to advertise personal training services
While there are many needs for a fitness professional starting a career as an independent personal trainer, the first step in starting this type of business should be investing in liability insurance and business licenses to protect their own personal assets while covering clients against potential injury.
Which of the following best defines cholesterol? A raising of blood pressure A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells A substance that attaches itself to muscles and tendons A narrowing of arteries to the heart
is a waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells.
