ACE Certification Practice Quiz Questions

Giving anatomical cues is an important method of group fitness instruction. For example, if the GFI is teaching a cycling class, which of the following is the MOST appropriate cue?

"When placing the ball of your foot on the pedal, ensure that your patella remains aligned with your second toe as your knee flexes slightly."

which of the following cues would most effectively help a participant develop spatial awareness of thei rbody?

"as you hinge at the hips, reach your tailbone to the back wall"

which of the following cueing strategies MOST effectively encourages kinesthetic learning during a romanian deadlift?

"feel your hamstrings lengthen as you hinge at the hips"

which of the following is the most appropriate cue when offering a modification?

"planks are next, you can choose the option that feels best for your body"

GFIs fall within which category of the allied healthcare continuum?

(Trainers/Coaches/Instructors)

How much water should a GFI recommend participants drink after an intense outdoor workout if rapid recovery is needed

1.5 L per kilogram of body weight lost

a group fitness instructor teaching an advanced step class, would MOST likely use what type of tempo?

122-129 bpm

you are teaching a basic aquatic kickboxing class. Which of the following is the recommended tempo?

125-132 BPM

a participant in your group fitness class asks for assistance in calculating their target heart rate (THR) at an intensity of 65% using the Karvonen formula. The participant has a resting heart rate of 65 and an age-predicted maximal heart rate of 177. What is their approximate calculated THR?

138

you are introducing interval training in your group fitness class. which of the following is the BEST initial work-to-recovery ratio?

1:3

A member of your group fitness class shares their health history and lifestyle details with you prior to coming to class. Through this conversation, you discover that they do not participate in regular physical activity, eat, mostly, fast food, have 2 to 3 alcoholics a week, and do not smoke. How many lifestyle risk factors for chronic disease does this participant engage in?

2

which of thte following is an example of a 1:1 work-to-recovery ratio?

20 seconds of jump squats followed by 20 seconds of recovery

pregnant women should avoid supine exercises after ___ weeks of gestation

20 weeks

As stated in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, at least _ of an individual's daily grains should be from whole grain sources

50%

___ in 10 adults in the US have a chronic disease

6

which of the following is the recommended air temperature for MOST class formates where participants are engaging in moderate to vigorour physical activity?

68 degree to 72 degree (20-22.2 C)

for aquatic exercise classes, the recommended water temperature is between

83 to 86 F (28.3-30.0 C)

The tempo of music a group fitness instructor would MOST likely use for background music would be

<100 BPM

You are visiting with a class participant after a workout and they share with you that today marks the fourth month of their consistent participation in your classes. What stage of change is this participant currently in?

Action

Which of the following statements is the best example of an

Align the feet under hips and hips under

prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability

Americans with Disabilities Act

Which of the following examples best represents a coaching style of teaching

An interval class utilizing timed work in recovery ratio

The majority of GFIs will work with

Apparently healthy participants

What is the first consideration for hosting a Boot Camp class and a public park?

Approval from the appropriate agency to host the class on the property

When it comes to the consumption of trans fats, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends keeping intake

As low as possible

A participant in an outdoor fitness class complains of cramps, loss of strength, and thirst. What is the best course of action for the GFI?

Ask the participant to rest, provide water, or drink, containing electrolytes, and monitor for symptom progression

A class participant approaches their GFI after class and asks what they should eat after an exercise session. Using the ACE Mover Method and the ACE ABC Approach, the GFI should start by

Asking open-ended questions

GFIs should think of exercises and their application to activities of daily living, which can be broken down into what five basic movements?

Bend and lift, single leg, pushing, pulling, and rotational

Which of the following is an exercise that targets the rectus abdominis

Bent knee sit up

Imagine you're teaching your first group fitness class and your participants are feeling nervous and experience some sense of uncertainty. What is the best course of action to take to alleviate these feelings?

Build rapport

A participate in an outdoor fitness class complains of anxiety and dehydration and shows signs of hot, red and dry skin. What is the best course of action

Call EMS, help the participant rest and ingest fluids

What is the BEST course of action for a GFI to take when the music stops working during a live online class?

Calmly try to fix it, alter class to be without music if needed

Which of the following exercises occurs in the transverse plane?

Cross punch

Is the ability to understand and interact effectively with people from various backgrounds and experiences

Cultural competence

After the publication of dr. Kenneth cooper's book, Aerobics, activities such as _ increased in popularity.

Cycling

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans specifically recommend that individuals increase their daily intake of vegetables, whole grains, seafood, nuts, seeds, and

Dairy and fortified soy alternatives

After their first class, a new participant shares their perceived pros and cons of continuing with the class. Which of the following BEST describes this process?

Decisional balance

Participants in a group fitness class are asked to perform lateral shoulder raises. The muscle responsible for this movement is the and the joint action is

Deltoid; abduction

An example of a personal attribute that influences participation in and adherence to exercise is

Demographics

Involves the sharing of experiences, desires, and needs among individuals

Empathy

Which of the following is the best way a GFI can use an evidence-based approach to empower their participants?

Encourage goals that align with participant value and lifestyle

A GFI is leading a fitness class in a popular in crowded park. What is the most appropriate action for the GFI to take in order to ensure a positive experience or Park users in class

Ensure that class participants understand, shared, space, etiquette, and ensure that walkways and path remains clear

The class snatcher was either that they're experiencing difficulty getting to your class on a consistent basis. Two conversations we discovered that a lot of time is the primary barrier considering factors that exercise is participant identified type of factor?

Environmental

The rectus femoris has a primary function of extension at the knee. For this function to be most effective, the hip must be

Extended

The first phase of the muscular training component of the of the ACE IFT Model is

Functional training

A challenge GFIs face is finding a balance between instructing the entire class and ensuring each participant progresses appropriately and safely. How can a GFI BEST overcome this challenge?

GFI should communicate to the class that it is their responsibility to work within their personal fitness levels.

Which of the following is NOT considered a quality of an effective GFI?

Having multiple certifications

States that people's ideas and underlying emotions about illnesses, prevention, and treatments may influence health behaviors and decisions about changing behaviors

Health belief model

a new GFI interested in offering cardiorespiratory training classes but its not interested in using choreographed movements and formats. Of the following, which is the BEST option for this GFI to try?

High-intensity interval training

During a strength-based group fitness class, the GFI communicates to participants that they need to complete each set of dumbbell exercises with a goal of 8-10 repetitions. The GFI notices that a participant easily accomplishes 10 repetitions for their first set. Which of the following is the BEST cue for the GFI to give to the group?

If you can accomplish 10 repetitions wi5 ease and you do not experience fatigue. It's time to increase the load by selecting the next available dumbbell size

You are approached by a new class participant who is curious to know if there are any health benefits to being physically active that are specific to group exercise. Which of the following is a benefit you would highlight?

Improved functional health and life enjoyment among older adults with regular participation

How can a GFI help participants become acclimated to the outdoor environment?

Include an adequate warm-up to ensure the body adapts to the environment

How can GFI's to teach outdoor classes ensure the safety of participants?

Inspect equipment before and after class for where and clean equipment after use

Which organization is credit3d with recognizing the need for legitimate professional credentialing?

International health, racquet and sports club association

Which of the following exercises occurs in the frontal plane?

Jumping jack

is the ability of a muscle to exert maximal force, whereas ___ is the ability of a muscle to resist fatigue.

Muscular strength, muscular endurance

Of the following, which is an element of multicomponent exercise that includes balance, proprioceptive, and agility training?

Neuromotor exercise

Which of the following BEST describes why failing to monitor intensity during a group exercise class is problematic?

Not monitoring intensity reflects an inadequate level of supervision, and may compromise safety

A GFI meets with a potential new class participant who shares that they are interested in making a lifestyle change but are uncertain how and where to begin. Which of the following is the BEST technique the GFI can use with this potential participant?

OARS

Online classes may limit a GFI's ability to build rapport or facilitate interaction. Which of the following strategies is the MOST appropriate method to provide a positive class experience?

Offer time at the end of class to engage with participants who may have ideas. questions, or concerns.

Which of the following strategies can be used to enhance verbal communication and queuing in an online class?

Over emphasize annunciation and provide concise cues

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize

Overall dietary patterns

A GFI conducts a six-week resistance-training class. Each week, the GFI encourages participants to increase the resistance they use. This is an example of which training principle?

Overload

Which of the following professionals scope of practice includes leading patients through therapeutic exercises to facilitate rehabilitation?

Physical therapist

How can a GFI best mitigate risk related to environmental conditions during outdoor class?

Physically visit the site prior to class to assess the location in order to design the class Blue

During which stage of change is an individual unaware of the importance or practicality of being physically active?

Pre-contemplation

A potential participant is concerned about their health and has started researching opportunities to engage in more activity throughout the week. Currently, this individual walks sporadically throughout the week and has started working with a registered dietitian to establish some specific nutritional goals. Which of the following BEST represents this individual's stage of change?

Preparation

Movements that are considered multi-planar include

Pronation and supination

GFI wants to create a polished, prerecorded online class. What cueing considerations should the GFI be mindful of in order to offer a safe and inclusive class experience?

Provide thorough pre class instructions and additional in class technique class

Which of the following strategies should be used to ensure a positive class experience for all participants during an online class? Perform and offer only the most basic and regressed level

Provide various options, progressions, in regressions, in order to accommodate various abilities

A GFI is working with a participant to identify some healthy nutrition habits. The GFI shows the participant how to use www.myplate.gov, provides educational materials related to the role nutrients have in the body and what essential nutrients the body needs, and provides a sample meal plan with specific recommendations on items to purchase at the grocery store. Which of these actions is OUTSIDE the scope of practice of a GFI?

Providing a sample meal plan and making specific recommendations

Which of the following is NOT a standard of practice for exercise professionals?

Providing client/participants with meal plans

Which of the following is NOT within the scope of practice of an ACE Certified Group Fitness instructor?

Providing mental health counseling to participants

Which of the following statements is the best example of an external queue?

Reach the crown of your head to the sky to lengthen your spine

A class participant confides in their GFI that they are experiencing intermittent bouts of depression. What is the best approach?

Refer the participant to a qualified mental health professional

A participant shred with you that they are struggling to remain consistent with healthy nutrition prescribes and asks you for help. Which is the best individual to refer them to?

Registered dietician

A class participant tells you they feel like their exercise capacity has diminished and that they have lost many performance improvements after taking a break from exercise for the past three months. What training principles BEST describes what this participant is experiencing?

Reversibility

A GFI teaching an outdoor fitness class creates a time-based circuit workout and challenges, participants to complete as many rounds of the circuit as possible in eight minutes, and then they will record their results in reading a perceived exertion. This is an example of which of the following techniques.

Self check style of teaching

Which of the following strategies is most impactful to encourage online participant motivation?

Simplify the class plan in choreography to enhance Patick

Ultimately, an individual exercise professional's scope of practice as it relates to nutrition is determined by

State policies and regulations

Elements of camaraderie and engagement have the potential to

Strengthen participants motivation and adherence to

A strategy a GFI can use to promote positive participant experiences is to

Stress the sense of relatedness

You are asked to substitute teach for another GFI in your studio. What is the best course of action?

Teach the class as if it were your own

All of the following are examples of how a lack of cultural competence can manifest in a group fitness class, except

Using gender-neutral language

Which of the following actions best supports equity, diversity, and inclusion in a group fitness class?

Using words that foster community and camaraderie

Which of the following queue considerations is most impactful when used for outdoor classes?

Utilize exaggerated, nonverbal/visible cues to reduce the vocal strain, and enhance participant understanding

GFI, can use open questions before or after an online class to build community which of the following best represents an open

What do you like most about smoothies?

The talk test is the most useful for which of the following participants?

a beginner

while coaching a bent over row exercise, a GFI notices a variety of performance issues, which observation should be addressed first?

a participant is rounding their back when performing the row

for a contract to be legal and binding, four elements are required, which of the following is not?

a signed waiver

all of the following are characteristics of type 2 diabetes except

a. normal body composition b. gradual onset central adiposity d. insulin resistance a. normal body composition

which of the following is a characteristic of type 1 diabetes?

abrupt onset

a participant displays signs of labored breathing, sweating, paleness, lightheadedness, and pain in the chest. what is the best course of action?

activate EMS

upon greeting the class and thanking them for coming, which of the following is the best next step for you to take?

address the class purpose and objectives

when scripting a class, the GFI asks themselves, "how can i create the feeling that the entire group is in this together as a team?" which element of the ACE RRAMP approach is best reflected in this question?

alignment

which of the following is NOT an element of variation?

alignment

a GFI is designing their group fitness studio and positions mirrors at the front and the sides of the room. Which of the following is a PRIMARY advantage of this placement?

allows participants to observe their own movements and postures

acttivities lasting 60 seconds or less are considered

anaerobic

the systematic timing of cueing follows which sequence?

anticipatory; instructional; follow up; motivational

hands-on assistance can be a great tool to help participants learn kinesthetic awareness. which of the following is the most appropriate hands-on assistance technique

ask the participant to move their knee closer to your hand when learning a lunge

prior to class, you notice two participants conversing and it looks contentious. As other participants enter the exercise area, the two members begin to argue loudly, best plan?

ask the two participants to leave the room

individualized feedback is most beneficial when offered in what stage of learning?

associative

which of the following is the most appropriate modification for a participant with a shoulder impingement?

avoid overhead movements, upright rows, and tricep dips

you are teaching a group fitness class that does not incorporate beat-based movements. The music type you would most likely use is

background

which is an example of a skill related group fitness class?

balance training

a GFI describes the most common practices for improving range of motion. They also address a type of stretching that should not be used by the general population, which involved bouncing or jerky movement and momentum to reach the muscle's full range of motion limits. This type of stretching is referred to as

ballistic

A group fitness instructor asked to design a class for deconditioned participants. According to the ACE IFT Model, which phase of the cardiorespiratory training component would be the MOST appropriate to apply class design?

base training

when using _____, group uniformity is encouraged

beat-based teaching

which of the following best respects a linear progression?

begin with body-weight squats, add overhead reaches; add lateral movement to the right and left

the primary foundational building blocks of the ACE IFT Model are

behavior change and rapport

which of the following is the most appropriate progression of a standard bicycle crunch?

bicycle crunch with opposite arm and leg extended

to align with copyright laws, MOST facilities will obtain which type of license in order to use music in their class?

blanket

which of the following is a late sign of hypoglycemia?

blurred vision

which of the following sequences represents and appropriate squat progrssion?

body weight squat using a suspension trainer, body weight squat, squat on unstable surface

which of the following is the most appropriate progressions for a body-weight squat with an overhead reach?

body weight squat with overhead reach and balance on one foot

you are teaching a group fitness class that incorporates multi joint lower body movements as well as abdominal exercises. Most intelligently structured?

body-weight squat; lateral lunge; mountain climber; bicycle crunch

if you have a participant in your class who has hypertension, you should cue them tto

breathe regularly throughout each exercise

a long time GFI who teaches 6 days a week begins to experience loss of sleep, poor class prep, and depression

burnout

upon arriving at class, a GFI sees that four stability balls are missing from the exercise space and a dumbbell rack is missing half of the weights. all the following are possible solutions except

canceling class and informing the facility of the missing equipment

when participants work at moderate and low intensities for longer than a few minutes, the primary fuel sources used include

carbohydrates and fats

GFI wants to encourage sense of community. which type of arrangement will MOST likely accomplish this?

circular

group fitness instructors are encouraged to create a _____ in order to develop a well-rounded group exercise session

class blueprint

daily cleaning dutties for group fitness exercise facilities and studios include all the following except

clean light fixtures

is driven by the class plan and often utilizes music in the background

coaching-based teaching

a person who demonstrates difficulty in executing beat-based choreography with rhythm is likely in what stage of learning?

cognitive

the stages of learning are progressive process, in which participants grow and develop. which of the following lists the three stages of learning?

cognitive, associative, and autonomous

when participants feel connected to a facility, they attend more classes. All of the following help to create a sense of community except

competing for class numbers

when working with participants with cardiovascular disease, a GFI should do which of the following to avoid abrupt changes in body position during exercise?

complete all standing, seated, or floorwork together

teaching class in a shared use space is becoming a popular trend in the GF classes. what is the first step a GFI should take if they are interested in offering an outdoor class?

consult their insurance policies to ensure the class will be covered

a participant with diabetes tests their blood glucose level, its 85 mg/dL, what do you recommend they do?

consume a small fast-absorbing carbohydrate snack

you are teaching a restorative yoga class, when communicating with your participants, you use a quiett, cal, voice to set the mood of the class. best described as?

contrast

results from the development of atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries

coronary heart disease

to ensure group fitness equipment is safe, effective, and up to standard, a GFI should do all the following EXCEPT

design their own equipment

assessing participant exercise intensity during a group fitness class allows the GFI to

determine if the goals of the class are being met

which breathing technique has been used to help asthma sufferers improve breathing capacity?

diaphragmatic breathing

reformers seems to be malfunctioning, what is the best course of action?

disable the equipment and place a clearly visible sign on the equipment hat indicates unusable

compared to adults, children cool their bodies more effectively via

dissipation

when music is used in the background, group fitness instructors

do not incorporate the tempo

During the warm-up, which type of movements should be included?

dynamic

a participant is two months pregnant and wants to start an exercise program, what can they do to enhance their experience?

eat a snack or meal prior to exercise

a group fitness participant recently had their blood pressure checked by their doctor and their reading was 120/78 mmHg, how would this be considered?

elevated

a participant shares that they feel discomfort while performing lunges, what so the best course of action for the GFI?

ensure the participant is performing the move with proper form and alignment. suggest a modified lunge with a decreased range of motion

the Functional Training phase of the ACE IFT Model's muscular training component is focused on _______

establishing or reestablishing postural stability and kinetic chain mobility

how often should an ACE certified GFI renew their CPR/AED certification?

every two years

what is the best way to respond if you suspect a class participant is exercising to excess?

express your concerns directly to the participant using empathy

when working with youth, all the following are points of emphasis except

focus on body weight exercises

which of the following is NOT a reason to incorporate music into a class?

for general background noise

which choreographic method generally involved a linear progression of movement?

freestyle

which of the following warmups would be most appropriate for a kickboxing class?

full body movements such as squats, jabs, and knee striks and joint-specific mobility movements for the knees, hips, and shoulders

movements that mimic participants' activities of daily living are referred to as

functional

a group fitness instructor arrives five minutes late to their class. What is the BEST action for the GFI to take?

get the class warming up

prolonged static stretching prior to more vigorous exercise may

have a detrimental effect on performance

which of the following is NOT considered one of the four elements of a well-balanced exercise program?

high intensity interval training

which of the following best demonstrates a regression for a body-weight lunge?

holding onto a barre for support while performing a lunge

for an individual with diabetes, consuming too many calories or not enough insulin prior to exercise can cause

hyperglycemia

the first step in the systematic planning process for a group fitness class is

identifying the overall goal of the class

which of the following is the MOST effective cue a GFI can give their class participants as a way for them to determine if they are exercising at a moderate to vigorous level?

if you can talk but not sing, you are at the right intensity

rehearsal moves help participants become mentally and physically prepared for the more challenging movements to come. to adequately prepare participants, rehearsal moves are BEST included

in the warm-up segment

to properly warm up when the weather is cold, which of the following is the BEST course of action?

include an extended warm-up period

a group fitness instructor teaching a high-intensity interval training class includes a very light intensity minute warmup focusing on kinetic chain mobility and postural stability. Best way to modify?

increase the duration and incorporate some higher intensity movements in the latter portion

a GFI is teaching a fitness class for older adults. what is the best strategy to anticipate participants intrinsic risk factors and reduce risk?

increase the duration of the warm up and cool down

which of the following best describes the benefits of a proper warm-up period?

increased blood flow to working muscles, increased metabolic rate, decreased muscle-relaxation time following contraction, and improved mental preparation

you are teaching a beat-based group fitness class and you cue your participants by saying, "keep your eyes forward, your chest lifted, and hips bacl"

instructional cue

which of the following is a cueing consideration GFIs should keep in mind during instruction?

instructor orientation

there is an ______ relationship between exercise intensity and duration

inverse

how can a GFI and the facility they work in be BEST prepared for a situation in which a participant experiences hypoglycemia?

keep glucose tablets in accessible first aid kits

dynamic, choreographed, and fast-paced classes

kickboxing

a GFI would like o use music in their circuit-style group fitness class. wha tis the first thing the GFI should consider?

legal use

which of the following is an example of positive and inclusive language?

let's enjoy some healthy and fun movements today!

which os the following actions can a GFI take to positively influence the affective learning domain?

maintain a positive attitude about healthy behaviors, such as promoting a body-positive attitude

you are teaching at a new group fitness studio and are planning to use music. What is the first step you should take to ensure the music is legal to use?

make sure the facility has a secured license

a GFI at your studio specializes in offering classes such as Pilates, yoga, and Barre. These types of classes are BEST categorized as

mind-body

the american college of obstetricians and gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that women with uncomplicated pregnancies engage in

moderate-intensity exercises for 30-60 minutes on at least 3 to 4 days a week

during a high intensity interval training group class, a GFI says to their participants, "can you jump a little higher? great job! keep going!" this is an example of which type of cue?

motivational cue

if the power goes out in an exercise studio, it is best that the GFI

move the class outside

a core training class is an example of which type of class format?

muscular training

the ACE IFT Model consists of two components, ____ and _____

muscular training; cardiorespiratory training

which of the following is an early sign of hypoglycemia?

nausea

before class begins, a member discusses an issue with personal hygeine of someone else in the class, what is the best course of action?

notify a supervisor and ask them to address the concern

what is most appropriate first step for a GFI to take before sharing information about a participant with other members of the class?

obtain express written consent

a GFI would like to inorporatte the use of kettlebells into their strength-based group fitness class. However, the GFI is not familiar with the common uses of this equipment. What is the MOST effective next step for the GFI to take?

obtain training on how to use the equipment

a GFI is interested in teaching a zumba class at their studio, to avoid trademark concerns, what is the most appropriate step to take?

obtain zumba structor training

which of the following strategies is most important to ensure an inclusive class experience for all participants?

offer clear and consistent verbal cues

which of the following strategies is most beneficial for helping participants in the cognitive stage of learning?

offer movement options for decreasing complexity and intensity

which of the following is an example of an exercise that would rely predominantly on glycolysis as the energy pathway?

one-minute muscular conditioning drill

a GFI is preparing to teach a Pilates reformer class. Which of the following is the BEST arrangement for this type of class

parallel rows

because waivers are typically governed by state law, which of the following is of utmost importance in an online class format?

participant location

in a freestyle class, which of the following is a DISADVANTAGE for participants?

participants are often unaware of what to expect

consider this objective as it is currently written for a dance-based group fitness class: "participants will learn dance steps." which of the following is the BEST option for restarting this objective so that it is clearer?

participants will be able to perform a basic salsa step

when teaching a class, the GFI has participants perform an additional movement between two other exercises. this is

patching

what is the most important consideration for teaching a class on a carpeted surface?

perform lateral movements and turning exercises less frequently and with caution

exercise such as a squat jump, a jump lunge, or a burpee performed at a maximal effort predominately rely on which energy system?

phosphagen

the condition known as ___ is diagnosed when eight-hour fasting blood glucose levels range between 100 mg/dL and 125 mg?dL

prediabetes

a GFI should be able to create movement patterns that

progress from easy to more complex

a GFI is hired to teach a yoga class at a local facility. However, the facility does not have props to use in the class. What is the MOST valuable reason for advocating for the acquisition of props for this class?

props enable participants to achieve yoga positions not otherwise possible

what is the most appropriate modification to accommodate the needs of a participant who has carpal tunnel syndrome?

provide options to keep the wrist in neutral alignment during planks or pushups

what is the most appropriate modification to accommodate the needs of a participant with plantar fasciitis?

provide options to reduce or remove impact

the two main considerations when selecting music are

purpose and participants

which of the following represents the MOST appropriate progression series of a pushup to ensure all participants feel successful?

push up on wall, push up on floor - kneeling, push up on floor - on toes

when working with participants with asthma, a GFI should encourage the use of which tools to monitor exercise intensity?

rating of perceived exertion and dyspnea scale

prior to class beginning, a GFI congratulates participants on showing up to class and acknowledges the movement mastery participants achieved over the past several class sessions. Which aspect of the ACE RRAMP Approach did the GFI demonstrate?

recognition

a participant starts stumbling, is having difficulty speaking, and appears confused. what is the best course of action?

recognize the signs of a stroke and activate EMS

a participant asks for a recommendation for shoes to wear during class, what rec would be most helpful?

recommend cross trainers, a hybrid shoe to provide versatility and lateral support

one of your class participants oftten skips the cool-down segment of the class. You encourage this participant to try the cool-down and they ask you to explain the purpose of this part of class. what are the best benefits to highlight?

reduced heart rate and allows for self-reflection

GFIs need to be mindful of creating engaging and fun class experiences for participants. Which of the following is NOT an effective way to engage participants?

referring to them by their gender

in a group fitness studio, which of the following is an annual cleaning and maintenance duty?

refinish wood floors

which type of movements conducted during the warm-up are considered similar to, but less intense than those executed in the conditioning segment?

rehearsal

which of the following is not an approach for managing and reducing identified risks

removal

a GFI arrives early to their group resistance training class and discovers resistance bands with tears, what is the best option?

remove the deteriorated equipment from the group fitness space

a GFI is teaching a participant in the participant's home with homemade exercise equipment. In this case, the GFI should

require the participant to acknowledge their own responsibility for using potentially standard equipment

the order of steps to manage an asthma attack

rest and relax, take medication, drink warm liquid, emergency care

a special addition to a typical insurance policy that explains specific details regarding when and where the insurance policy applies is referred to as

rider

a participant with obesity experiences balance challenges and mobility concerns. which of the following body positions would be most comfortable during exercise?

seated

class participants who feel a sense of cohesion and community in a group fitness class have a higher degree of ____ toward physical activity

self-efficacy

a new member at your studio approaches you to discuss their options for group fitness classes. the individual shares that they are interested in improvingoklws9 their coordination and speed. Best class option?

skill-related

before identifying the best arrangement for a group fitness class, a GFI should FIRST consider

spacing needs for the class

which of the following is the most appropriate regression for an alternating lunge wittth side arm raise?

split squat

which of the following is NOT a potential equipment set-up hazard?

stacking step platforms atop risers

a GFI is teaching a group exercise class that requires all participants to be able to see the instructor at the front of the room, which of the following is the best arrangement for a large group?

staggered

when performing a crunch with rotation, which of the following is MOST appropriate regression for a participant who may have difficulty getting up and down from the floor?

standing lateral flexion

which of the following is the MOST common method to improve flexibilty?

static stretching

which of the following is the best option for keeping participant information confidential?

storing records in a locked filing cabinet

which is an acute injury?

strain

constantly exercising on appropriate flooring causes repeated jarring movements to the body, which can cause which two primary injuries?

stress fractures and tendinitis

if a GFI uses visual aids in class, such as rating of perceived exertion signage or smart devices, and the visual aids malfunction, the GFI should

switch tto motivational cueing and emphasize technqiue

which of the following types of common feedback would a GFI most likely need to forward to a supervisor?

temperature of the room

which of the following cues represents three-dimensional cueing?

the GFI performs the lunge and cues the class to drive through the front heel and their glutes contract as they stand up

after class, a participant approaches the GFI to express disappointment in not being able to stand in their "usual" spot in class. To avoid this type of situation or limit the possibility, what is the best course of action?

the GFI should institute a first-come, first-served rule

which is most important to ensure the auditory learning of participants?

the GFI speaks clearly and directly

the tempo of music refers to

the rate or speed of the music

the BEST type of flooring for group fitness serves a protective function. This type of flooring is typically made up of

three layers

a group fitness class title serves two primary purposes. the first is to clearly and concisely communicate who the class is for and the second is

to creatively and descriptively express what participants can expect

which of the following policies provides additional coverage for all of the other types of insurance that a GFI may have in place?

umbrella

It is recommended that group fitness instructors keep the volume of music

under 85 decibels

which of the following is the MOST appropriate exercise modification for a GFI to make when working with a participant with arthritis who is experiencing discomfort in their knees during a standing dumbbell shoulder press exercise?

use a seated position

Which component of a group fitness class provides an opportunity to assess the stages of learning and preferred learning styles of the participants?

warm-up