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Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the LPHC? Select one: a. Adductors b. Abdominals c. Hamstrings d. Erector spinae

hamstrings

What is biomechanics the study of? Select one: a. Planes of motion b. Anatomic locations c. How humans interact with automobiles d. How forces affect a living body

how forces affect a living body

Neuromuscular adaptions from resistance training include which of the following? Select one: a. Respiratory b. Flexibility c. Lethargy d. Hypertrophy

hypertrophy

Which of the following are a group of compounds that include triglycerides and sterols? Select one: a. Nucleic acids b. Lipids c. Polysaccharides d. Minerals

lipids

Which component of a workout is designed to increase the core body temperature? Select one: a. Movement prep b. Body of workout c. Transition d. Introduction

movement prep

Which of the following terms refers to a position on or toward the back of the body? Select one: a. Posterior b. Anterior c. Lateral d. Ipsilateral

posterior

Which of the following best describes the group fitness method where every major component of a class has been created by a single person, business, or organization in order to connect a unifying theme and experience? Select one: a. Branded class b. Pre-designed class c. Freestyle class d. Pre-choreographed class

pre choreographed class

Which of the following best describes the group fitness method where every major component of a class has been created by a single person, business, or organization in order to connect a unifying theme and experience? a. Pre-choreographed class b. Pre-designed class c. Branded class d. Freestyle class

pre choreographed class

Which of the following is an example of format-specific movement prep? Select one: a. Punch combo breakdown b. Barbell stationary lunges c. Crow pose arm balance d. Tuck jumps

punch combo breakdown

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the head and neck? Select one: a. Levator scapulae b. Sternocleidomastoid c. Upper trapezius d. Deep cervical flexors

DEEP CERVICAL FLEXORS

A guest shows up for your class, but is new to the gym and has not yet purchased a group fitness package. How do you handle this situation? Select one: a. Report guest to the club manager to make sure she pays. b. Ignore the guest and wait for her to leave on her own. c. Call guest out in front of the group for not paying before class started. d. Talk to guest one-on-one before or after class to avoid any disruptions.

Talk to guest one-on-one before or after class to avoid any disruptions.

When teaching a small-group circuit training class, an unexpected participant shows up. The class requires participants to sign-up in advance due to limited space and equipment. How should you handle the situation? Select one: a. Talk to the participant about the class requirements and allow them to wait and see if there is a no-show so they can try the class. b. Ask one of the other participants to volunteer or share their spot so the unexpected participant feels comfortable. c. Allow them to stay and shuffle the equipment around in order to make sure everyone gets a turn on the equipment. d. Start class, then pull the unexpected participant aside and tell them they can't stay because there is not enough equipment.

Talk to the participant about the class requirements and allow them to wait and see if there is a no-show so they can try the class.

Which of the following best describes positive cueing? Select one: a. Choosing to compliment the participants. b. Choosing to use words that cue to the solution. c. Choosing to first point out the problem, then provide a positive solution. d. Choosing to focus on motivational, inspirational, and empowering cues.

choosing to use words that cue to the solution

"Bend forward at the hips" is an appropriate cue for which of the following strength exercises? Select one: a. Push-ups b. Bent over rows c. Squat to press d. Tube walking

bent over rows

Which of the following is an example of sagittal plane movement? Select one: a. Side lunges b. Biceps curls c. Horizontal adduction of limbs d. Internal rotation of limbs

bicep curls

Effective participant arrangements include which of the following? Select one: a. Individual b. Square c. Push d. Circuit

circuit

Legal music to use for classes should be obtained from which of the following? Select one: a. Commercial fitness music companies b. Social media sharing sites c. Other instructors d. The internet

commercial fitness music companies

Which of the following terms refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a minimal amount of time? Select one: a. Muscle extensibility b. Rate of force production c. Stretch-shortening cycle d. Plyometric training

rate of force production

What is defined as the simultaneous contraction of one muscle and the relaxation of its antagonist? Select one: a. Autogenic inhibition b. Postural distortion c. Reciprocal inhibition d. Arthrokinetic dysfunction

reciprocal inhibition

In the action stage of the Transtheoretical Model, individuals make specific, overt modifications in their lifestyle within what timeframe? Select one: a. The next 12 months b. The past 3 months c. The past 6 months d. The next month

the past 6 months

2-beat cueing is best represented by which of the following? Select one: a. Cueing every 2 beats of a song b. "8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, squat, right!" c. "Squat" while squatting right d. "8, 7, 6, 5, squat, to, the, right"

"8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, squat, right!"

In class, you see a participant doing a push-up with an arched lower back. What is the appropriate cue to correct this? Select one: a. "Control speed through range of motion." b. "Round the upper back." c. "Engage glutes and abs." d. "Maintain neutral cervical spine."

"Engage glutes and abs."

Which of the following is an example of an instructor owning their message? Select one: a. "I read this move is the favorite of some of the Hollywood trainers. Maybe it will make us look like movie stars." b. "I love bodyweight exercises like push-ups and lunges! They are effective, and you can do them almost anywhere!" c. "We're going to end the cardio section a little early today because I got an email from the manager that we're supposed to be stretching longer." d. "I saw this move on a website yesterday. It's supposed to really work your core. Let's try it."

"I love bodyweight exercises like push-ups and lunges! They are effective, and you can do them almost anywhere!"

Which of the following auditory cues is the most effective way to implement two-way communication? Select one: a. "It's time for biceps curls. Pick up your dumbbells and start curling on a two count like this: lift-lift, lower- lower." b. "It's time for biceps curls. Pick up your dumbbells and curl with your palms facing up." c. "It's time for biceps curls. I'll know you're ready when I see you standing up with your dumbbells, palms facing up, and a big smile on your face". d. "It's time for biceps curls. Pick up your dumbbells."

"It's time for biceps curls. I'll know you're ready when I see you standing up with your dumbbells, palms facing up, and a big smile on your face".

What type of cue would be most appropriate during movement prep to help participants with proper form or positioning? Select one: a. "Knock those knees together as you move down!" b. "Reach your hands high up to the sky!" c. "Squeeze the glutes and draw-in your abs." d. "Keep your chin lifted toward the ceiling."

"Squeeze the glutes and draw-in your abs."

Which represents the best way for a Group Fitness Instructor cue a SMART class goal during the intro? Select one: a. "We're going to do 10 circuits during today's 40-minute body of work." b. "Do as many sit-ups as you can for the next few minutes." c. "Take these first 10 minutes to get stretched out and warmed up." d. "Over the next few weeks we we're really going to work!"

"We're going to do 10 circuits during today's 40-minute body of work."

Which of the following best demonstrates a good introduction for a safe and effective group fitness class? Select one: a. "Welcome to strength endurance 101! This class will use your whole body, and no equipment is needed. Let's start!" b. "Ok, I am really tired today, so just jog in place while I set things up. Does everyone have water?" c. "Alright class, we're about to begin! What kind of exercises do you want to do today?" d. "Hi guys, do some stretches and we will begin soon. I'll let you know what to do in a minute."

"Welcome to strength endurance 101! This class will use your whole body, and no equipment is needed. Let's start!"

How can the Group Fitness Instructor teach with a participant-centered approach that is inclusive of special populations and those with chronic conditions? Select one: a. By advising participants during the intro of which populations should avoid taking their class. b. By offering in-depth class introductions so participants can decide if they are physically able to take a class. c. By providing options for intensity and complexity of movements for a variety of fitness levels. d. By teaching formats with different intensities so everyone can participate at some point during class.

. By providing options for intensity and complexity of movements for a variety of fitness levels.

Which of the following is true of original artist music downloaded or streamed for a monthly fee? Select one: a. It is legal to use in class because the club is paying the instructor. b. It is not legal to use in class because it is intended for personal use only. c. It is legal to use in class because the instructor has paid for it. d. It is unacceptable to use in class because it is not formatted for group fitness.

. It is not legal to use in class because it is intended for personal use only.

Which of the following best describes one-way communication? Select one: a. Participants remain standing after instructor tells them to lunge. b. Cycling class participants rise from their seats after being instructred to come off the saddle. c. Class participants reach for their mats after the instructor tells them to get down on the floor for planks. d. A demonstration of a squat prompts participants to do the same.

. Participants remain standing after instructor tells them to lunge.

Which is a direct progression for a single-leg, two-arm overhead press? Select one: a. Single-leg, single-arm overhead press b. Two-leg, two-arm overhead press c. Single-leg, alternating-arm overhead press d. Two-leg, two-arm overhead press on a sport beam

. Single-leg, alternating-arm overhead press

Which of the following exercise is contraindicated in the group fitness setting? Select one: a. Glute stretch b. Hamstring stretch c. Tuck jump burpees d. Straight leg deadlifts

. Straight leg deadlifts

Which of the following is true regarding the Borg RPE scale? Select one: a. An increase in oxygen consumption increases the value. b. Subjective measures of intensity are highly correlated to workload, heart rate, and oxygen consumption. c. Subjective measures of intensity are rarely correlated to workload, heart rate, and oxygen consumption. d. An increase in workload decreases the value.

. Subjective measures of intensity are highly correlated to workload, heart rate, and oxygen consumption.

Which best describes 32-count phrased music? Select one: a. Each phrase is 16 seconds b. There is an audible build up every 32 counts c. There is an audible emphasis every 8 counts d. There is an audible closure every 2 counts for 16 beats

. There is an audible build up every 32 counts

What is the recommended repetition range for endurance training in a strength-based class? Select one: a. 1-5 b. 25-30 c. 8-10 d. 12-20

12-20

Which of the following is an appropriate BPM for an aqua or seniors class? Select one: a. 152 - 158 BPM b. 122 - 128 BPM c. 180 - 200 BPM d. 85 - 95 BPM

122-128bpm

Which of the following is appropriate BPM range for a resistance training class? Select one: a. 140 - 150 BPM b. 55 - 65 BPM c. 170 - 180 BPM d. 125 - 135 BPM

125-135

Which of the following is the most appropriate music BPM for a boot camp class? Select one: a. 90 to 95 BPM b. 125 to 135 BPM c. 110 to 115 BPM d. 130 to 140 BPM

130 to 140 bpm

Instructors can use 32-count phrasing to track time and reps during class. At 128 BPM, how many seconds will a single 32-count phrase take to complete? Select one: a. 60 b. 10 c. 32 d. 15

Which is an appropriate BPM range for a HIIT class? Select one: a. 150 - 160 BPM b. 90 - 100 BPM c. 180 - 200 BPM d. 125 - 135 BPM

150-160 BPM

What is the recommended intake of water post-exercise? Select one: a. 32 oz for every 15 - 20 minutes of exercise b. 16 oz for every 15 - 20 minutes of exercise c. 16 oz for every pound of body weight lost d. 32 oz for every pound of body weight lost

16 oz for every pound of body weight loss

Which of the following is the average daily calories per day upon which the "Daily Value" on a food label is based? Select one: a. 1800 calories b. 2000 calories c. 2200 calories d. 1600 calories

2000 calories

Which type of music makes it easier to track repetitions, time, match choreography, and create patterns that resonate both physically and emotionally with participants? Select one: a. Background music b. 32-count phrasing c. 8-count phrasing d. Steaming radio stations

32 count phrasing

32-count phrasing

How many calories does one gram of carbohydrate yield? Select one: a. 3 b. 2 c. 4 d. 6

Which of the following is an appropriate lifting intensity range for a participant who has just had a baby? Select one: a. 75-80% of 1RM b. 55-60% of 1RM c. 65-70% of 1RM d. 45-50% of 1RM

45-50

For the general population, what percentage of total daily calories should come from carbohydrates? Select one: a. 75 - 85% b. 45 - 65% c. 30 - 40% d. 10 - 20%

45-65

What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range for carbohydrate intake for the average adult? Select one: a. 75-95% of total caloric intake b. 25-35% of total caloric intake c. 45-65% of total caloric intake d. 10-15% of total caloric intake

45-65% of total caloric intake

How many components of class design does AFAA recommend? Select one: a. 5 b. 9 c. 3 d. 7

Which of the following is the most effective way to offer guidance for specific movements? Select one: a. Make eye contact with participants. b. Write cues on a poster in front of class. c. Project voice from the throat. d. Cue all exercises before class starts.

5 kinetic chain checkpoints

In a strength and resistance class, which set of variables is most appropriate for strength or muscular development? Select one: a. 6 - 12 reps b. 12 - 20 reps c. 10 - 12 reps d. 6 - 8 reps

6-12

What is the maximum amount of time a good introduction should take? Select one: a. 4 minutes b. 90 seconds c. 2 minutes d. 60 seconds

60 seconds

Which of the following is the most appropriate temperature for an exercise class? Select one: a. 87 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit b. 75 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit c. 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit d. 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit

68-72

Group Fitness Instructors should aim to keep music volume to no higher than what decibel (dB) level? Select one: a. 65 dB b. 85 dB c. 105 dB d. 95 dB

85dB

What is the highest volume music can be played safely? Select one: a. 60 dB b. 85 dB c. 120 dB d. 140 dB

85dB

At what point can dehydration start to affect exercise capacity and exercise performance? Select one: a. A loss of .5 - 1% body weight b. A loss of 4 - 5% body weight c. A loss of 6 - 8% body weight d. A loss of 2 - 3% body weight

A loss of 2 - 3% body weight

Which best describes the term modality? Select one: a. A form of exercise that presents a specific sequence of movement patterns b. A mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body c. A form of exercise that follows a specific timed pattern for each movement d. A mode of exercise using a specific brand of equipment

A mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body

Which of the following is the most credible resource for educational development? Select one: a. An editorial by a fitness competitor in a health and fitness magazine b. A peer-reviewed research article on a university website c. An informative fitness vlog on a social media website d. A recent review of fitness equipment by a local fitness blogger

A peer-reviewed research article on a university website

Which of the following represents the recommended average daily nutrient intake level, based on observed approximations or estimates of nutrient intake assumed to be sufficient for a group of healthy people? A. Recommended dietary allowance B. Estimated average requirement C. Adequate intake D. Tolerable upper intake

ADEQUATE INTAKE

Which of the following sustains high-power activity without oxygen for up to 15 seconds? Select one: a. ATP-PC b. Aerobic glycolysis c. Krebs cycle d. Anaerobic glycolysis

ATP-PC

Which of the following is a best practice for periodically implementing variety in a class? Select one: a. Ask a participant to help you teach the class. b. Extend the body of the workout and skip the cool-down. c. Teach all new movements, from start to finish. d. Add a single new exercise, movement pattern, or choreography block.

Add a single new exercise, movement pattern, or choreography block.

What is caused by a tight muscle decreasing the neural drive to its functional antagonist? Select one: a. Autogenic inhibition b. Altered reciprocal inhibition c. Arthrokinetic dysfunction d. Synergistic dominance

Altered reciprocal inhibition

In addition to adhering to industry guidelines and maintaining current certifications, what is an effective way for an instructor to minimize legal risk and liability? Select one: a. Allow liability insurance to take care of any malpractice that may occur. b. Become familiar with and act within all facility policies and procedures. c. Immediately find a manager or program director if anything goes wrong. d. Talk to participants with poor form after class has ended.

Become familiar with and act within all facility policies and procedures.

Neurons are composed of which of the following? Select one: a. Mitochondria, nucleus, and Golgi complex b. Cell body, axon, and dendrites c. Tendons, cartilages, and tissues d. Ribosomes, centriole, and endoplasmic reticulum

Cell body, axon, and dendrites

Which of the following muscle actions occur when a muscle is exerting force greater than the resistive force, resulting in shortening of the muscle? Select one: a. Isometric b. Eccentric c. Concentric d. Isokinetic

Concentric

Which of the following is the best approach for dealing with conflict in the classroom? Select one: a. Deal with it right away and head-on in a positive manner. b. Resolve the conflict by pointing out which person is wrong and why. c. Create distance between the two people having a conflict. d. Ask a participant to help resolve the conflict.

Deal with it right away and head-on in a positive manner.

"Freestyle" instruction refers to the instructor's ability to do which of the following? Select one: a. Determine his or her own class plan and music selection b. Use a pre-designed workout provided by a specific company or organization c. Use music formatted for a specific program d. Teach for free at recreational parks

Determine his or her own class plan and music selection

Which of the following is a physiological or psychological benefit that music brings to the participant? Select one: a. Rhythm b. Dissociation c. Heart rate control d. Elevated RPE

Dissociation

Which concept is best used for encouraging continued participation and engagement in class? Select one: a. Self-talk b. Progression c. Edutainment d. Preparation

Edutainment

Which class format alternates extremely intense periods with moderate-to-low intensity recovery periods? Select one: a. HIIT b. Cycle c. Circuit d. Resistance

HIIT

Which of the following are the best ways for Group Fitness Instructors to demonstrate value? Select one: a. Help class participants locate equipment, towels, and water quickly. b. Substitute the explanation of class objectives with additional exercise instruction. c. Teach discipline by having participants do push-ups if late. d. Allow struggling participants to figure out movements on their own.

Help class participants locate equipment, towels, and water quickly.

Which of the following training methods should be avoided for a participant with hypertension? Select one: a. Moderate-intensity cardiovascular training b. High-intensity maximal resistance training c. Circuit training d. Active stretching

Hight intensity maximal resistance training

Which of the following is the best cue for helping participants self-monitor intensity? Select one: a. "I know this is hard, but I want you to keep pushing! Let's work through this next interval, and then we will check your heart rate." b. "Let's do a quick sweat-check! Are you sweating? If you are not sweating, you are not working hard enough." c. "I want you to try the talk test. Can you talk, or are you breathing too heavily? You should be able to carry on a simple conversation right now." d. "One way to monitor your intensity is to check your thirst. Are you thirsty? If you are thirsty, your body is becoming dehydrated, and it's time to reduce your intensity."

I want you to try the talk test. Can you talk, or are you breathing too heavily? You should be able to carry on a simple conversation right now."

Which of the following is true of balance? Select one: a. It is dependent on extensibility of soft tissue. b. It is both a static and a dynamic process. c. It requires both strength and power. d. It is attained by increasing force production.

IT IS BOTH STATIC AND DYNAMIC

Exercising in the strength level works to do which of the following? Select one: a. Improve joint flexibility b. Improve the ability of the body's prime movers to produce force c. Improve aerobic capacity d. Convert body fat into lean muscle tissue

Improve the ability of the body's prime movers to produce force

Which of the following is true of movement preparation? Select one: a. It focuses on slow and controlled movements. b. It is a method of choreography. c. It considers required range of motion of a workout. d. It connects a theme, brand, or experience.

It considers required range of motion of a workout.

Which of the following best describes the philosophy regarding shouting cues throughout class? Select one: a. It is an excellent tactic to motivate participants. b. It is a potential pre-cursor to vocal damage. c. It is the best way to create energy. d. It is necessary to be heard over the music.

It is a potential pre-cursor to vocal damage.

Which of the following best represents professional behavior with regard to physical contact? Select one: a. It is occasionally appropriate, in certain situations, with permission from participant. b. It is acceptable under all circumstances, without participant approval. c. It is unacceptable under any circumstance. d. It is the best way to cue participants into moving with proper range of motion.

It is occasionally appropriate, in certain situations, with permission from participant.

What kinetic chain check point would you evaluate if you noticed a participant "slamming" down onto the saddle in a cycle class? Select one: a. Knees b. LPHC c. Feet d. Wrists

LPHC

When performing the army crawl, what kinetic chain checkpoint commonly needs correction? Select one: a. Wrists b. Knees c. LPHC d. Shoulders

LPHC

Which of the following is a common overactive muscle of the head and neck? Select one: a. Vastus medialis oblique b. Tensor fascia latae c. Levator scapulae d. Rotator cuff

Levator Scapulae

An instructor has been teaching the same format in the same time slot for several years. In the past few months, he has found it hard to get motivated to teach, and class numbers have declined. After thinking about it, he decides to attend a workshop on a new format and asks for a meeting with his supervisor to discuss changing the class. Which of the following does this scenario represent? Select one: a. Long-term evaluation b. Supervisor feedback c. Self-recording d. Immediate reflection

Long term evaluation

Which term refers to the arching of the lumbar spine and is associated with tight hip flexors, lengthened abdominals, and low-back pain? Select one: a. Kyphosis b. Neutral spine c. Scoliosis d. Lordosis

Lordosis

Which of the following refers to energy demand placed on the body? Select one: a. Stabilization endurance b. Metabolic specificity c. Anaerobic threshold d. Overtraining syndrome

METABOLIC SPECIFICITY

After class, a participant approaches you and tells you about a sensitive and personal family situation. What is your responsibility in this situation? Select one: a. Maintain confidentiality, unless there is risk for harm to themselves or others. b. Divulge the information to the class and ask for them for help. c. Consider it casual conversation because the participant brought it up in a public place. d. Report the situation to management, regardless of the type of information provided.

Maintain confidentiality, unless there is risk for harm to themselves or others.

Which action best represents a participant currently in the preparation stage of the Transtheoretical Model? Select one: a. John is overweight, but doesn't think he needs to do anything about it. b. Bill has attended class 3 days per week for over a year. c. Carol just completed her 4th workout since joining the gym last month. d. Mary just signed a contract for her first-ever gym membership.

Mary just signed a contract for her first gym ever

Which class format is most likely to combine strength, stability, flexibility, balance, and breathing techniques? Select one: a. Cycling b. Resistance c. Mind-body d. Aqua

Mind body

Which statement is true regarding incomplete proteins? Select one: a. Plant proteins are mostly complete proteins, but are slowly digestible. b. One can consume adequate protein by combining various protein-rich foods. c. Animal proteins are mostly incomplete proteins, but are highly digestible. d. Incomplete proteins can be made complete by combining with carbohydrates.

One can consume adequate protein by combining various protein-rich foods.

Which of the following is defined as the cumulative sensory input to the central nervous system from all mechanoreceptors that sense position and limb movements? Select one: a. Static balance b. Perturbation c. Proprioception d. Dynamic balance

PROPRICEPTION

Which is an effective method for teaching a movement that helps ensure participant safety? Select one: a. Say, "Follow me class!" and let them learn new moves on the fly. b. Verbally cue options for all progressions, avoiding those for regressions. c. Perform a movement fast, then ask, "Are you with me, everybody?" d. Perform a move on to the right side and observe participants doing it to their left.

Perform a move on to the right side and observe participants doing it to their left.

Which of the following best represents proper implementation of the visual-auditory-kinesthetic model? Select one: a. Providing cues at the beginning of class, performing all exercises, and encouraging participants. b. Watching the class, listening for feedback, and providing corrective cues. c. Performing a lunge for participants, explaining it, and describing how the body should feel. d. Asking participants to execute a lunge, asking open-ended questions, and counting lunges.

Performing a lunge for participants, explaining it, and describing how the body should feel.

Which of the following is a basic regression option for a kneeling push-up? Select one: a. Place the feet on an elevated surface and the hands on the floor, shifting to a declined position. b. Place the hands on an elevated, stable surface while keeping the hips straight. c. Place the hands on the floor while shifting the weight backward and bringing the knees in. d. Place the hands on a stability ball, shifting to an unstable, incline position.

Place the hands on an elevated, stable surface while keeping the hips straight.

Which of the following is an example of professional behavior? Select one: a. Calling out participants demonstrating low effort b. Giving participants a few "extra" exercises at the end of class, even if it makes class run long c. Playing music that excludes explicit language d. Wearing revealing exercise attire to demonstrate an inspiring example of a fit physique

Playing music that excludes explicit language

Which statement best describes the differences between pre-choreographed, predesigned, and freestyle teaching methods? Select one: a. Pre-choreographed provides instructors with flexible formats; predesigned requires strong memorization skills; freestyle provides a consistent class experience. b. Pre-choreographed is typically planned the night before; predesigned requires presenting the same experience consistently; freestyle involves planned movement patterns. c. Pre-choreographed specifies the exact moves and music to be used; predesigned provides direction and a class template; freestyle is based on the instructor's personal preferences. d. Pre-choreographed is based on the instructor's personal preferences and creativity; predesigned specifies the exact moves and music to be used; freestyle provides overall direction and a class template.

Pre-choreographed specifies the exact moves and music to be used; predesigned provides direction and a class template; freestyle is based on the instructor's personal preferences.

Which of the following terms refers to a Group Fitness Instructor offering an incremental increase in exercise intensity or difficulty? Select one: a. Progression b. Continuum c. Regression d. Adaptation

Progression

Which of the following might be used to express how hard someone feels they are working? Select one: a. Rating of perceived exertion (RPE) b. VO2 max analysis c. Heart-rate monitoring d. Rating of perceived intensity (RPI)

Rating of perceived exertion RPE

A participant comes up to you before class and lets you know she just found out she is pregnant. Which of the following is the most appropriate recommendation? Select one: a. Recommend the treadmill and elliptical as modifications appropriate for pregnancy. b. Recommend low-intensity classes that are targeted towards pregnancy. c. Recommend that she work at her own pace and listen to her body. d. Recommend she get clearance from her doctor before starting an exercise program.

Recommend she get clearance from her doctor before starting an exercise program.

Which of the following represents the average daily nutrient intake level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all healthy individuals who are in a particular life stage and gender group? Select one: a. Recommended dietary allowance b. Tolerable upper intake level c. Adequate intake d. Estimated average requirement

Recommended Dietary Allowance

During a class, what is the transition component designed to do? Select one: a. Reduce the workout intensity during the body of the workout b. Increase the workout intensity during the the outro c. Reduce the workout intensity to pre-workout levels d. Increase the workout intensity to prepare for the body of the workout

Reduce the workout intensity to pre-workout levels

After class, a participant approaches you and tells you they are suffering from something that seems like plantar fasciitis and asks you what it is and how to treat it. How should you respond? Select one: a. Write down a stretching program they can take home and work on between classes. b. Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist for diagnosis and treatment. c. Offer some insight on nutrition and supplements that might help. d. Tell them you have had the same symptoms and what worked for you.

Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist for diagnosis and treatment.

After class, a participant approaches you, the instructor, about knee pain. Which is the appropriate response? Select one: a. Tell the participant it is not severe and that with proper alignment it will go away. b. Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist. c. Watch the participant perform a squat and diagnose with chondromalacia. d. Tell the participant to purchase a knee brace to wear during class.

Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist.

Which of the following terms refers to a Group Fitness Instructor offering step-by-step decreases in exercise intensity or difficulty? Select one: a. Progression b. Regression c. Adaptation d. Continuum

Regression

Cardiac output is represented by which of the following formulas? Select one: a. SV x RR = Q b. RR x HR = Q c. VO2 x HR = Q d. SV x HR = Q

SV x HR = Q

Which of the following best describes the characteristics of general movement prep? Select one: a. Simple, dynamic movements that utilize multiple joints and large muscle groups b. Plyometric movements performed at maximum effort c. Movements that maintain a low intensity d. Simple movements that focus on one joint/muscle group at time

Simple, dynamic movements that utilize multiple joints and large muscle groups

In order to introduce more challenging options during a class, an instructor should do which of the following? Select one: a. Start with the base movement and increase complexity after pattern has been established. b. Introduce progressions after the entire class is properly performing the base movement. c. Start with a few reps of base movement, then show 3 - 5 regression options. d. Introduce progressions if participants ask for higher-intensity options.

Start with the base movement and increase complexity after pattern has been established.

In a HIIT class with repetitive jumping activities, which of the following exercises would be most important to include as movement prep? Select one: a. Plyometric jump squats with a dumbbell b. SMR for the quadriceps and hamstrings c. Static stretching of the calves and adductors d. Active stretching of the gluteals and abductors

Static stretching of the calves and adductors

An instructor is training for a fitness competition and following a very specific diet plan in order to reduce body fat. After class, several participants ask for nutritional advice. Which of the following is the appropriate response? Select one: a. Suggest seeking the advice of a registered dietician to help them customize their own individual nutrition plans. b. Tell them she is not allowed to discuss nutrition in the club, but provide them her email address to set up a meeting with her in an alternate location. c. Write down a specific meal plan and provide it to them. d. Offer to sell them the the nutritional supplements she is using.

Suggest seeking the advice of a registered dietician to help them customize their own individual nutrition plans.

During an overhead shoulder press, you observe a participant looking up, arching her back, and not performing a full range of motion. What is the best feedback cue to provide this participant? Select one: a. Tell her to take a quick rest; then decrease her weight load. b. Tell her she looks great; she just needs to push it through a full range of motion. c. Tell her to engage her core, bring her pelvis to a posterior position, look straight ahead, and press upward until the elbows are fully locked out. d. Tell her to engage her core, bring her pelvis to a neutral position, look straight ahead, and press upward until the elbows are fully extended.

Tell her to engage her core, bring her pelvis to a neutral position, look straight ahead, and press upward until the elbows are fully extended.

Which of the following is a benefit for participants who attend pre-designed classes? Select one: a. Provides instant brand recognition and credibility b. Allows for experimentation for career exploration and growth c. The ability to see, feel, and visualize long-term progress d. Requires less time for the pre-class planning stage

The ability to see, feel, and visualize long-term progress

Which of the following is a benefit for participants who attend pre-designed classes? Select one: a. The ability to see, feel, and visualize long-term progress b. Requires less time for the pre-class planning stage c. Provides instant brand recognition and credibility d. Allows for experimentation for career exploration and growth

The ability to see, feel, and visualize long-term progress

Which of the following best describes tolerable upper intake level? Select one: a. The highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in a particular life stage and gender group. b. The recommended average daily nutrient intake level, based on observed or estimates of nutrient intake that are assumed to be adequate for a group healthy people. c. The average daily nutrient intake level that is sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all healthy individuals who are in a particular life stage and gender group. d. The average daily nutrient intake level that is estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals who are in a particular life stage and gender group.

The highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.

Which of the following is an example of one-way communication? Select one: a. The instructor says, "Okay team! Are you recovered and ready for the next interval? Say yes or no!" b. The instructor says, "Good morning everyone! Welcome to HIIT! I hope you're all ready for some serious hard work!" c. The instructor cues squats and asks the class to give her a "thumb's up" if they feel it in their glutes. d. The instructor says, "Good morning everyone! Welcome to HIIT! Let me hear you if you're ready for some serious results!"

The instructor says, "Good morning everyone! Welcome to HIIT! I hope you're all ready for some serious hard work!"

Which is a benefit of maintaining your own personal website? Select one: a. The opportunity to collect customer and community information b. A place to keep information separate from social media influence c. The freedom to discuss any topic the Group Fitness Instructor wants, from fitness to politics d. An ability to make claims that an instructor's employer doesn't support

The opportunity to collect customer and community information

What does the principle of specificity state? Select one: a. To create physiological changes, an exercise stimulus must be applied at an intensity greater than the body is accustomed to receiving. b. The type of exercise stimulus placed on the body will determine the expected physiological outcome. c. Training should be divided into smaller, progressive stages. d. The body will respond and adapt to stress.

The type of exercise stimulus placed on the body will determine the expected physiological outcome.

What is a characteristic of triglycerides? Select one: a. They are used as a primary energy source only for short-duration activities. b. They are derived from fats eaten in foods or made in the body from other energy sources. c. They are produced when calories are not consumed but are immediately needed by the body. d. They are absorbed and transported in the blood and finally stored in the kidneys.

They are derived from fats eaten in foods or made in the body from other energy sources.

Which is a characteristic of muscle spindles? Select one: a. They remain unaffected even when the muscle within which they are present is stretched. b. They are sensitive to change in tension of muscle and the rate of that change. c. They are sensitive to change in length of muscle and the rate of that change. d. They provide the ability to sense the relative position of adjacent parts of the body.

They are sensitive to change in length of muscle and the rate of that change.

Which statement is true regarding learning styles? Select one: a. They represent the only ways in which learning can occur. b. They represent the most effective ways to learn. c. They represent the least effective way to comprehend and process information. d. They represent the way a learner prefers to learn.

They represent the way a learner prefers to learn.

In order to build rapport with participants, an instructor may focus on which of the following types of activities? Select one: a. Collecting participant contact info such as email, phone number, and social media handles. b. Demonstrating authority by always staying front and center. c. Providing participants with individualized workout programs. d. Using participant's names during class to recognize them for doing something well.

Using participant's names during class to recognize them for doing something well.

What of the following is the actual process of moving air in and out of the body and requires optimal functioning of the respiratory pump and all its components? Select one: a. Ventilation b. Transpiration c. Lachrymation d. Vascularization

VENTILATION

Which nutrient helps to stabilize body temperature by absorbing heat generated by exercise? Select one: a. Sodium b. Water c. Potassium d. Fat

WATER

Which of the following best describes scope of practice? Select one: a. What the club owner says an instructor can and cannot do b. What the program director says an instructor can and cannot do c. Limitations that do not apply to self-employed instructors d. What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice

What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice

Which of the following best describes scope of practice? Select one: a. What the program director says an instructor can and cannot do b. Limitations that do not apply to self-employed instructors c. What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice d. What the club owner says an instructor can and cannot do

What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice

Which of the following modifications is a progression to increase intensity? Select one: a. Running in place instead of jump roping b. A high-knee run instead of running in place c. Squats instead of a burpee d. Bending knees in an inch worm

a high knee instead of running in place

a mode of exercise that presents a specifci stress to the body

Which is an appropriate BPM range for a HIIT class? Select one: a. 150 - 160 BPM b. 90 - 100 BPM c. 180 - 200 BPM d. 125 - 135 BPM

a. 150 - 160 BPM

When teaching a class, you see a participant struggling with proper form or movement execution. You feel like physical manipulation might be the helpful to assist them. What is the best course of action in this scenario? Select one: a. Ask the participant first if you may touch them. b. Ask for permission after class. c. Avoid touching a participant. d. Touch the participant as needed and without asking.

a. Ask the participant first if you may touch them.

What should be the primary mode of activity for a participant with hypertension? Select one: a. Cardiorespiratory training b. Resistance training c. Stabilization training d. HIIT training

a. Cardiorespiratory training

Which of the following equations represents the heart rate reserve (HRR)? Select one: a. THR = [(HRmax − HRrest) × desired intensity] + HRrest b. THR = (HRmax − HRrest) × desired intensity c. THR = (220 - HRrest) x desired intensity d. THR = (220 - age) x desired intensity

a. THR = [(HRmax − HRrest) × desired intensity] + HRrest

Which of the following refers to a movement in the frontal plane away from the midline of the body? Select one: a. Rotation b. Dorsiflexion c. Opposition d. Abduction

abduction

When space becomes an issue, what is the most important factor for an instructor to consider? Select one: a. Unexpected participants b. The planned workout c. Ability to execute exercises d. The number of participants

ability to execute exercises

Within muscle fibers, there are two long protein filaments that slide past each other to produce muscular contractions. What are these filaments called? Select one: a. Mitochondria and capillaries b. Red and white fibers c. Agonist and antagonist d. Actin and myosin

actin and myosin

What stage of the Transtheoretical Model is a participant in as she attends her third week of class in a row? Select one: a. Contemplation b. Maintenance c. Precontemplation d. Action

action

xWhat is a proper progression for a burpee? Select one: a. Add a tuck jump b. Jump back on one leg c. Use a bench d. Perform in multiple planes of motion

add a tuck jump

Which of the following describes the concept of integrated fitness? Select one: a. Addressing all elements of functional human movement b. Combining two or more core exercises in each class segment c. Incorporating speed, agility, and quickness training into every class d. Focusing on one class format to allow for mastery

addressing all elements of functional human movement

One of the most consistent findings with regard to exercise behavior is the positive relationship between self-confidence and which of the following? Select one: a. Consistency b. Emotional well-being c. Accomplishment d. Adherence

adherence

A friend tells you he is feeling depressed and hasn't been exercising because of it. What type of influence is driving his behavior? Select one: a. Sensation b. Interpersonal c. Affective d. Cognitive

affective

Which types of cues work best to facilitate efficient movement execution for the participants? Select one: a. Empowering and directional b. Alignment and safety c. Motivational and rhythmical d. Anatomical and informational

alignment and safety

Which of the following best describes the cue: "This plank is going to activate your oblique muscles on the right side"? Select one: a. Alignment b. Spatial c. Directional d. Anatomical

anatomical

hich of the following do individuals classified as part of a special population require? Select one: a. Higher-intensity workouts compared to the general exercise plan b. Individualized instruction c. Alterations to the general exercise plan d. Lower-intensity workouts compared to the general exercise plan

alterations to the general exercise paln

Which of the following are linked together to create protein? Select one: a. Glycogen b. Amino acids c. Fatty acids d. Sterols

amino acids

Which of the following best describes the classifications for obesity? Select one: a. An individual who is 25 pounds over the recommended weight for height b. An individual who is 45 pounds over the recommended weight for height c. An individual who is 15 pounds over the recommended weight for height d. An individual who is 10 pounds over the recommended weight for height

an individual who is 45 pounds over the recommended weight for height

Group strength classes offer participants the opportunity to increase muscular strength using which of the following? Select one: a. An opposing force b. Contract-relax stretching c. Cardiorespiratory endurance d. A high number of repetitions

an opposing force

Group strength classes offer participants the opportunity to increase muscular strength using which of the following? Select one: a. Contract-relax stretching b. A high number of repetitions c. An opposing force d. Cardiorespiratory endurance

an opposing force

Which of the following refers to the position of the human body when it is erect with the arms at the sides and the palms forward? Select one: a. Lateral recumbent b. Tripod c. Anatomic d. Knee-chest

anatomic

From which of the following positions does horizontal abduction involve the movement of the arm or thigh in the transverse plane to a lateral position? Select one: a. Inferior b. Medial c. Posterior d. Anterior

From which of the following positions does horizontal abduction involve the movement of the arm or thigh in the transverse plane to a lateral position? Select one: a. Posterior b. Inferior c. Medial d. Anterior

Which of the following terms refers to a body part located toward or on the front side of the body? Select one: a. Anterior b. Proximal c. Posterior d. Superior

Which term refers to a position on or toward the front of the body? Select one: a. Medial b. Anterior c. Lateral d. Superior

Which term refers to a position on or toward the front of the body? Select one: a. Superior b. Anterior c. Medial d. Lateral

What is made up of the upper and lower extremities as well as the shoulder and pelvic girdles and encompasses approximately 126 bones? Select one: a. Lumbar vertebrae b. Axial skeleton c. Spinal column d. Appendicular skeleton

appendicular skeleton

Which statement is true regarding the relationship between load and volume? Select one: a. As load decreases, volume should decrease. b. As load decreases, volume should be maintained. c. As load increases, volume should be decreased. d. As load increases, volume should be maintained.

as load increases, volume should be decreased

Which of the following is a small chamber located superiorly on either side of the heart that gathers blood returning to the heart? Select one: a. Ventricle b. Atrium c. Marrow cavity d. Alveolar sac

atrium

What are the two main divisions of the skeletal system called? Select one: a. Axon and dendrite b. Type I and type II c. Axial and appendicular d. Central and peripheral

axial and appendicular

Which of the following best describes muscle balance? Select one: a. Autonomic contractions in an overactive muscle b. Equivalent muscle length surrounding a joint c. Strong quadriceps and weak hamstring muscles d. Strong psoas and weak glutes

b. Equivalent muscle length surrounding a joint

Which of the following is an example of a visual cue? Select one: a. Counting down from 4 to 1 before a transition. b. Modeling knee alignment to the second and third toes during a squat. c. Telling the group to switch directions after 4 reps. d. Gently touching the outer edges of a participant's knees until they are aligned.

b. Modeling knee alignment to the second and third toes during a squat.

Which of the following is a life-sustaining fluid that supplies the body's organs and cells with oxygen and nutrients and helps regulate body temperature, fight infections, and remove waste products? Select one: a. Bile b. Blood c. Rheum d. Exudate

blood

Which of the following is part of the cardiovascular system? Select one: a. Blood b. Trachea c. Lungs d. Bronchi

blood

In a cycle class, intensity is best created by manipulating which of the following factors? Select one: a. Body position b. Music c. Rest intervals d. Time

body position

Using strategies such as poker cards, group tasks, and pyramid circuits is most commonly used in what type of class? Select one: a. Yoga b. Strength c. Cycle d. Boot camp

boot camp

Which class format is most likely to include a combination of resistance and cardio elements, with a goal of providing a total-body workout in a military style presentation? Select one: a. Resistance b. HIIT c. Boot camp d. Intervals

bootcamp

What exercise should be avoided for women after 12 weeks of pregnancy? Select one: a. Lunges b. Chest press c. High pull d. Overhead shoulder press

chest press

1.00 Question text While teaching a class, your microphone suddenly stops working. Which of the following options is the best way to maintain class flow? Select one: a. Ask one of the participants to teach the class their favorite movement pattern while you screen the situation for the most common microphone problems. b. Take off the mic, decrease the music volume, and yell as loud as you can while sending a participant out to get a manager. c. Give the participants a specific task while you take a minute to see if you can quickly fix the problem. d. Instruct the class to take a water, rest, or bathroom break while you leave the room to find maintenance or a manager.

c. Give the participants a specific task while you take a minute to see if you can quickly fix the problem.

In times of starvation, or when carbohydrate stores are depleted, the body can create new glucose from alternate substances, such as amino acids, lactate, glycerol, or pyruvate. What is this process called? Select one: a. Anabolism b. Catabolism c. Gluconeogenesis d. Glycolysis

c. Gluconeogenesis

When planning a class, what type of training is going to push both aerobic and anaerobic systems? Select one: a. Resistance b. Flexibility c. Intervals d. Steady-state cardio

c. Intervals

Which of the following is true of movement preparation? Select one: a. It connects a theme, brand, or experience. b. It is a method of choreography. c. It considers required range of motion of a workout. d. It focuses on slow and controlled movements.

c. It considers required range of motion of a workout. (Movement preparation: a concept of a comprehensive movement preparation segment replacing the traditional warm up. Instead of generically warming up the body, movement prep take into account the movements are required range of motion to be included in the main body workout.)

Which of the following should be included in the movement prep segment of a resistance class focused on the lower body? Select one: a. Stretches for the calf muscles to facilitate ankle plantar flexion b. Stretches for the abductors to reduce knee adduction c. Stretches for the hip flexors to facilitate glute activation d. Stretches for the glutes to reduce spinal flexion

c. Stretches for the hip flexors to facilitate glute activation

Which group of fats are all good sources of monounsaturated fat? Select one: a. Soy, corn, and sunflower b. Coconut, palm, and safflower c. Canola, olive, and peanut d. Flax, salmon, and walnuts

canola, olive, peanut

An industry standard is the necessity for Group Fitness Instructors to be competent in the emergency response protocol for participants who experience which of the following? Select one: a. Minor scrape b. Ankle sprain c. Cardiac arrest d. Broken bone

cardiac arrest

Which of the following is a function of heart rate and stroke volume? Select one: a. Respiratory quotient b. Cardiac output c. Anion gap d. Filtration fraction

cardiac output

Which of the following simultaneously work together to provide the body with adequate oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products from the cells in the body? Select one: a. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems b. Musculoskeletal and excretory systems c. Muscular and skeletal systems d. Nervous and digestive systems

cardiovascular and respiratory systems

Which of the following nervous systems consist of the brain and the spinal cord with a primary function to coordinate activity in all parts of the body? Select one: a. Autonomic b. Central c. Peripheral d. Somatic

central

Which of the following consist of the first seven vertebrae starting at the top of the spinal column and provide support and motion for the head? Select one: a. Cervical vertebrae b. Sacral vertebrae c. Lumbar vertebrae d. Thoracic vertebrae

cervical vertebrae

Changing to a step-touch from a grapevine is an example of a modification that decreases which of the following? Select one: a. Impact b. Intensity c. Proprioception d. Complexity

complexity

Which of the following activation refers to the production of a force when a muscle develops tension while shortening in length? Select one: a. Concentric b. Deceleration c. Eccentric d. Isometric

concentric

What is the isolated function of the quadriceps muscle group? Select one: a. Eccentrically decelerates knee flexion b. Concentrically accelerates knee flexion c. Eccentrically decelerates knee extension d. Concentrically accelerates knee extension

concentrically accelerates knee extension

Which of the following does AFAA require instructors to acquire to maintain current certification status? Select one: a. Teaching hours b. University credits c. Continuing education units d. Classes per week

continuing education units

Which of the following is an appropriate recommendation for a participant with hypertension? Select one: a. A high-intensity interval training class b. A cycle class c. A boot camp class d. A mat Pilates class Feedback

cycle class

The Transtheoretical Model asserts people progress through stages of change in what type of pattern? Select one: a. Cyclical b. Periodic c. Linear d. Annual

cyclical

Which of the following are major sources of complete proteins? Select one: a. Wheat and soy products b. Grains and nuts c. Dairy and meats d. Legumes and lentils

dairy and milk

Which is a specialty format class primarily designed to make cardiorespiratory training more interesting and fun? Select one: a. Resistance b. HIIT c. Aqua d. Dance-oriented

dance oriented

What effect does the hormone relaxin have on women who are pregnant? Select one: a. Limits strength adaptations b. Improves bone health c. Increases body temperature d. Decreases joint stability

decrease joint stabilty

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise regression for a lunge exercise? Select one: a. Add dumbbells for stability. b. Decrease lunge depth. c. Increase tempo. d. Perform forward lunges.

decrease lunge depth

Which of the following physiological characteristics should an instructor be aware of when working with senior participants? Select one: a. Increased connective tissue elasticity b. Decreased lean body mass c. Decreased risk of arteriosclerosis d. Decreased blood pressure

decreased lean body mass

"Freestyle" instruction refers to the instructor's ability to do which of the following? Select one: a. Use music formatted for a specific program b. Teach for free at recreational parks c. Determine his or her own class plan and music selection d. Use a pre-designed workout provided by a specific company or organization

determine his or her own class plan an dmusic selection

Which of the following is an example of an instructor going outside scope of practice? Select one: a. Offering progression options for individuals in class b. Diagnosis or treatment of an injury c. Correcting participants form and technique d. Changing room settings to accommodate class objectives

diagnosis or treatment of an injury

Which of the following is associated with diverting the mind from feelings of fatigue and lowering the perception of effort ? Select one: a. Synchronization b. Mirroring rehearsal c. Dissociation d. Motor learning

dissociation

Which of the following refers to a position away from the center of the body or the point of reference? Select one: a. Ipsilateral b. Lateral c. Inferior d. Distal

distal

If an instructor suspects a participant may be suffering from dehydration, the instructor should seek help immediately if the participant shows which of the following signs? Select one: a. Lack of thirst b. Increased breathing c. Perspiration d. Dizziness

dizziness

Of the following questions, which would best be asked after class has ended? Select one: a. "Were you sore after the last class?" b. "Do you have any big plans for the weekend?" c. "Have any fun plans after class today?" d. "What are you hoping to work on today?"

do you have any big plans for the weekend

The first beat of a musical measure, and often the starting point for a movement, is referred to as which of the following? Select one: a. Tempo b. Downbeat c. Upbeat d. Rhythm

downbeat

Which of the following activates the core through the pulling of the navel towards the spine? Select one: a. Abdominal bracing b. Postural stabilization c. Drawing-in maneuver d. Core contraction maneuver

drawing in maneuver

When is electrolyte replacement most important? Select one: a. With sweating marked by visible sweat on clothing b. During prolonged physical activity c. During competitive outdoor events, regardless of duration d. With activity lasting under an hour

during prolonged physical activity

Which of the following self-monitoring techniques uses a subjective scale to represent how a participant perceives effort in terms of breathing? Select one: a. Talk test b. Dyspnea scale c. Observation d. Rate of perceived exertion

dyspnea scale

Which term refers to the ideal balance between sharing information and performing when teaching? Select one: a. Presence b. Edutainment c. Confidence d. Performance

edutainment

In addition to improved quality of life and weight loss, which of the following is a another health benefit of fitness? Select one: a. Elevated mood b. Reduced synchronization of motor unit firing c. Reduced phosphorylation of myosin d. Elevated blood pressure

elevated mood

In addition to improved quality of life and weight loss, which of the following is a another health benefit of fitness? Select one: a. Reduced synchronization of motor unit firing b. Reduced phosphorylation of myosin c. Elevated blood pressure d. Elevated mood

elevated mood

Where can an instructor learn more about proper reporting procedures and where equipment is located in the event of an emergency? Select one: a. Group fitness certification manual b. Group fitness class participants c. Emergency response activation plan d. Emergency medical personnel

emergency response activatin plan

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise guideline for a participant who has had a stroke? Select one: a. Avoid the PHA training system. b. Ensure the participant can balance well enough for each exercise. c. Cardiorespiratory training should be 10 - 15 minutes in duration. d. Focus on small muscle groups.

ensure the participant can balance well enough for each exercise

Which of the following refers to a benefit statement or philosophy related to fitness? Select one: a. Fitness vision statement b. Fitness message c. Fitness community d. Fitness mission

equipment failure

The rate of force production relates to the ability of muscles to do which of the following? Select one: a. Exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time. b. Increase the reaction time of the muscle action spectrum. c. Create the extensibility needed for optimal range of motion. d. Produce a concentric contraction after an eccentric muscle action.

exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time

Which of the following refers to a straightening movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments increases? Select one: a. Extension b. Inversion c. Flexion d. Adduction

extension

When dealing with chronic conditions in the group fitness setting, which of the following is most important for the Group Fitness Instructor to do? Select one: a. Tell the participant they will need a medical release before coming to class . b. Advise participants that the class is designed for healthy individuals. c. Find out which participants have chronic conditions before the start of class. d. Facilitate a non-intimidating, inclusive environment.

facilitate a non inclusive environment

Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and which of the following? Select one: a. Minerals b. Fats c. Vitamins d. Water

fats

Which of the following words is most likely to help participants connect kinesthetically to the moves? Select one: a. Watch b. Feel c. Listen d. Speak

feel

Which of the following is a component of the appendicular skeleton? Select one: a. Vertebral column b. Femur c. Rib cage d. Skull

femur

Which of the following refers to a benefit statement or philosophy related to fitness? Select one: a. Fitness vision statement b. Fitness message c. Fitness community d. Fitness mission

fitness message

Which training concept is used to correct muscular imbalances, increase joint range of motion, decrease muscle soreness, and improve muscle extensibility? Select one: a. Cardiorespiratory b. Balance c. Resistance d. Flexibility

flexibilty

Which of the following refers to a bending movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments decreases? Select one: a. Flexion b. Eversion c. Evulsion d. Abduction

flexion

Which of the following refers to a bending movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments decreases? Select one: a. Flexion b. Evulsion c. Abduction d. Eversion

flexion

Which of the following strength exercises is inappropriate for a person with hypertension? Select one: a. High pull b. Overhead press c. Standing cobra d. Floor bridge

floor bridge

Which of the following represents the ability of a Group Fitness Instructor to create a seamless experience from start to finish? Select one: a. Sequencing b. Structure c. Outro d. Flow

flow

Which of the following represents the ability of a Group Fitness Instructor to create a seamless experience from start to finish? Select one: a. Structure b. Outro c. Sequencing d. Flow

flow

The synergistic action of muscle groups to produce movement around a joint is known as what? Select one: a. Length-tension relationship b. Force-couple c. Subacromial impingement d. Moment of force

force couple

Which of the following is a movement in the transverse plane? Select one: a. Lateral raise b. Forearm pronation c. Walking d. Running

forearm pronation

Which teaching method consists of designing, developing, and delivering movement to group fitness participants based on the Group Fitness Instructor's own personal preferences, skill set, and knowledge of exercise selection? Select one: a. Pre-designed b. Pre-choreographed c. Freestyle d. Circuit

free style

Which teaching method is very time-efficient after a certain level of experience has been obtained? Select one: a. Choreographed b. Freestyle c. Pre-designed d. Pre-choreographed

free style

freestyle

What is a common overactive muscle that could be included during static stretching? Select one: a. Hamstrings b. Gastrocnemius c. Gluteus maximus d. Biceps

gastrocnemius

Which of the following refers to how a human body responds to stress? Select one: a. Homeostatic control b. Neuromuscular specificity c. Overload principle d. General adaptation syndrome

general adaptation syndrom

Which of the following is a good way to navigate an unexpected class interruption? Select one: a. Give participants a chance to talk to their neighbor. b. Talk about the issue with the class, and see if they have a solution. c. Give participants a task while addressing the interruption. d. Instruct participants to wait until the problem is fixed.

give participants a take while addressing the interuption

Exercising in the strength level works to do which of the following? Select one: a. Improve joint flexibility b. Improve the ability of the body's prime movers to produce force c. Convert body fat into lean muscle tissue d. Improve aerobic capacity

improve the ability of the body's prime movers to produce force

Which of the following is the primary purpose of stabilization training? Select one: a. Identification of muscle imbalances b. Improved joint stability c. Improved dynamic strength d. Prepare the body for core work

improved joint stability

Which of the following is a purpose of aquatic tools such as webbed gloves? Select one: a. Increase drag b. Decrease impact c. Decrease viscosity d. Increase buouancy

increase drag

How would you correct a participant whose hips are bouncing in the seat? Select one: a. "Lower resistance." b. "Engage quadriceps to make a tight circle pedal stroke." c. "Increase resistance." d. "Engage glutes and hamstrings to use the full pedal stroke."

increase resistance

Which of the following is an effect of dehydration? Select one: a. Increased blood pressure b. Increased heart rate c. Decreased use of muscle glycogen d. Decreased core temperature

increased heart rate

Which of the following can occur if one transitions too quickly from intense movement to slower movement? Select one: a. Increased muscle soreness b. A reduced caloric expenditure c. An increased risk of fainting d. Reduced muscle elasticity

increased risk of fainting

Which of the following best describes the classifications for obesity? Select one: a. An individual who is 10 pounds over the recommended weight for height b. An individual who is 25 pounds over the recommended weight for height c. An individual who is 15 pounds over the recommended weight for height d. An individual who is 45 pounds over the recommended weight for height

individual 45 pounds over recommended weight and height

Which of the following types of fitness refers to a comprehensive training approach that incorporates all forms of exercise as part of a progressive system? Select one: a. Integrated b. Balance c. Resistance d. Aerobic

integrated

Which of the following is another term for the stretch-shortening cycle? Select one: a. Principle of overload b. Drawing-in manuever c. Dynamic stretching d. Integrated performance paradigm

integrated performance paradigm

Modality focus should align with which of the following? Select one: a. Intended outcome b. Class experience c. Needs of instructor d. Number of participants

intended outcome

Which of the following resistance training protocols best leads to muscular hypertrophy? Select one: a. High intensities b. Longer rest periods c. Intermediate repetition ranges d. Single sets

intermediate repetition ranges

Which component of class design is intended to capture the attention of participants by providing a quick explanation of the workout and class expectations? Select one: a. Transition b. Body of workout c. Movement prep d. Introduction

introduciton

Which of the following is true of the Golgi tendon organ when excited? Select one: a. It causes a muscular contraction. b. It causes a muscle to relax. c. It causes a muscle to lengthen. d. It results in micro muscle spasms.

it causes a muscle to relax

Which of the following is a function of a heart valve? Select one: a. It helps exchange water and chemicals between the blood and the tissues. b. It carries blood away from the heart. c. It forms a closed circuit of hollow tubes that allow blood to be transported to and from the heart. d. It prevents backflow or spillage of blood back into the chambers.

it prevents backflow or spillage of blood back into the chambers

Which of the following is true of the left ventricle? Select one: a. It receives blood from the lungs via the tricuspid valve. b. It receives oxygenated blood and pumps it to the entire body. c. It receives deoxygenated blood and pumps it to the lungs. d. It has thin walls and pumps blood under low pressure.

it receives oxygenated blood and pumps it to the entire body

Which of the following is a true statement about a set in a training program? Select one: a. It is a group of consecutive repetitions. b. It is a group of exercises. c. It is the speed of a group of repetitions. d. It is one complete movement of a single exercise.

it's a group of consecutive repitions

Which of the following refers to a unit of expression of energy equal to 1,000 calories? Select one: a. Kilocalorie b. Milliliter c. Millijoule d. Kilojoule

kilocalorie

Which type of learner might ask an instructor: "Can you tell me how hard this push-up should feel?" Select one: a. Auditory learner b. Visual learner c. Solitary learner d. Kinesthetic learner

kinesthetic learner

Which of the following refers to the down stroke of the cycle? Select one: a. Knee adduction b. Knee inversion c. Knee flexion d. Knee extension

knee extension

Why are cycle-based classes good for participants who find other cardiorespiratory formats too technical? Select one: a. Lack of intense movements b. Less individualized c. Lack of complex choreography d. Less equipment is used

less complex choreography

Which of the following are fibrous connective tissues that connect bone to bone and provide static and dynamic stability as well as input to the nervous system? Select one: a. Ligaments b. Dendrites c. Axons d. Tendons

ligaments

Which of the following is the best cue for proper alignment in the lower body to ensure knee safety? Select one: a. "Touch your big toes together." b. "Align your knees with the top of your mat." c. "Line your knee up with your second and third toes." d. "Sit all your weight back into your heels."

line your knee up with your second and third toes

Where is glycogen typically stored? Select one: a. Intestine b. Kidneys c. Liver d. Pancreas

liver

Which of the following is a clear sign a participant is overexerting themselves? Select one: a. Excessive sweating b. Slow, heavy breathing c. Red color in the face d. Losing color in the face

losing color in their face

Which of the following is a method of inclusion for participants with disabilities? Select one: a. Introduce yourself and let participants know that you are available to help those with disabilities. b. Maintain age-appropriate activities and allow all participants to learn in the same way. c. Find ways to encourage your participants with disabilities for anything done well. d. Update your class plan for participants with a disability before class starts.

maintain age appropriate activities and allow all participants to learn in the same way

Which of the following is a stage of the Transtheoretical Model? Select one: a. Reflection b. Pre-action c. Maintenance d. Orientation

maintenance

make eye contact with participants

Which of the following meals is the most adequate for improved performance prior to exercise? Select one: a. Meal replacement shake b. Fried chicken c. Deep-dish pizza d. Cinnamon roll with cream cheese

meal replacement shake

Which of the following refers to the weight and movements placed on the body? Select one: a. Neuromuscular specificity b. Cardiovascular specificity c. Mechanical specificity d. Metabolic specificity

mechanical specificity

Where is the sternum in relation to the shoulder in the body? Select one: a. Contralateral b. Medial c. Lateral d. Superior

medial

Where is the sternum in relation to the shoulder in the body? Select one: a. Superior b. Lateral c. Contralateral d. Medial

medial

Which of the following refers to all the chemical reactions that occur in the body to maintain itself? Select one: a. Metabolism b. Mitochondria c. Kinetic chain d. Force-couple

metabolism

Which class format is most likely to combine strength, stability, flexibility, balance, and breathing techniques? Select one: a. Cycling b. Mind-body c. Resistance d. Aqua

mind body

Which of the following is a prevalent teaching style used in the class setting to help instructors create an optimal learning environment for the participant? Select one: a. Mirroring b. Anatomical c. Rhythmical d. Spatial

mirroring

Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body? Select one: a. Direction b. Muscle action c. Body position d. Modality

modality

Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body? Select one: a. Muscle action b. Body position c. Direction d. Modality

modality

How does movement prep compare to the traditional warm-up? Select one: a. A traditional warm-up uses concepts of corrective flexibility. b. A traditional warm-up begins with stabilization training. c. Movement prep considers common movement impairments. d. Movement prep fo

movement prep considers common movement impairments

Which term refers to a conglomeration of billions of cells specifically designed to provide a communication network within the human body? Select one: a. Circulatory system b. Skeletal system c. Respiratory system d. Nervous system

nervous system

Which of the following is the functional unit of the nervous system that merges collectively to form nerves? Select one: a. Neuron b. Vein c. Cartilage d. Tendon

neuron

Which condition often coexists with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Type II diabetes, and osteoarthritis? Select one: a. Obesity b. Insomnia c. Cancer d. Anxiety

obesity

Which of the following are the milestones that lead up to and support the overall class goal? Select one: a. Intervals b. Components c. Objectives d. Movements

objectives

In class, you notice a participant gasping for air and moving with poor form. What is the best way to respond? Select one: a. Offer a regression option, monitor the response. b. Focus on the participants in class that are doing the exercise correctly. c. Stand next to the participant and say "Dig deeper!" d. Have the entire class take a drink break.

offer regression options, monitor response

The outro should include which of the following elements? Select one: a. A quick list of your credentials and certifications b. Opening the door for participants to provide feedback c. Activities with an integrated focus on cardio d. The dates and times you teach classes at other facilities

opening the door for participants to provide feedback

A class vision helps Group Fitness Instructors identify the components needed to support which of the following? Select one: a. Guidelines b. Choreography c. Size d. Outcomes

outcomes

Which of the following is a sign of overtraining? Select one: a. Increased muscular hypertrophy b. Improved cardiorespiratory fitness c. Lowered resting heart rate d. Persistent muscle soreness

persistent muscle soreness

What is the proper regression for camel pose? Select one: a. Use the wall for balance b. Place hands at the back of the pelvis c. Place hand flat on the floor d. Position the knees wider than the hips

place hands on the back of the pelvis

A person affected by the hormone relaxin should avoid what type exercise? Select one: a. Yoga b. Cycling c. Resistance d. Plyometric

plyometric

Which of the following terms refers to using various forms of verbal and nonverbal feedback to elicit a corrective change in the most encouraging manner possible? Select one: a. Motivational cueing b. Corrective coaching c. Three-dimensional correction d. Positive-based correction

positive based correction

Which of the following terms refers to a position on or toward the back of the body? Select one: a. Lateral b. Ipsilateral c. Anterior d. Posterior

posterior

Which of the following terms refers to the teaching method where a class template provides the overall class direction and standards while allowing instructors to manipulate other variables within those standards? Select one: a. Pre-choreographed class b. Freestyle class c. Pre-designed class d. Branded class

pre designed

Which technique reinforces an unlikely behavior with a likely one? Select one: a. Competition b. Premacking c. Contemplation d. Edutainment

premacking

Which of the following populations should avoid hot and humid environments? Select one: a. A participant with hypertension b. A participant with osteoporosis c. Youth d. Prenatal

prenatal

How would you cue a participant in warrior III pose with uneven hips? Select one: a. "Engage your back leg by activating the quadriceps." b. "Press through the heel and point the toes toward the floor." c. "Draw your navel towards your spine." d. "Lift up through your sit bones."

press through the heel and point th etoes toward the floor

What type of liability insurance is recommended for all instructors? Select one: a. Professional b. General c. Health d. Facility

professional

Which of the following is characteristic of heat exhaustion? Select one: a. Reduced sweating, skin redness, dizziness, hypoventilation, and slow pulse b. Profuse sweating, skin redness, dizziness, hypoventilation, and slow pulse c. Reduced sweating, pale skin, dizziness, hyperventilation, and rapid pulse d. Profuse sweating, pale skin, dizziness, hyperventilation, and rapid pulse

profuse sweating, pale skin, dizziness, hyperventilation, and rapid pulse

Which technique can best help an instructor show confidence while presenting a class? Select one: a. Pick one form of cueing for the entire class. b. Speake clearly in a monotone voice so all participants can hear. c. Project one's voice from the diaphragm. d. Stay focused on the participants' body movements.

project one's voice from the diaphragm

Which of the following is a common postural malalignment? Select one: a. Anterior distortion syndrome b. Pronation distortion syndrome c. Plantar distortion syndrome d. Spinal distortion syndrome

pronation distortion syndrome

Which of the following has a primary function of building and repairing body tissues and structures? Select one: a. Vitamin b. Carbohydrate c. Protein d. Lipid

protein

Which of the following is an example of relaxation of the psoas so the glutes can contract? Select one: a. Length tension relationship b. Altered reciprocal relationship c. Reciprocal inhibition d. Force-couple

reciprocal inhibition

Which of the following is a benefit of movement prep? Select one: a. Tests anaerobic capacity b. Reduces the risk of injury c. Brings heart rate to resting levels d. Takes participants from exertion to rest

reduce the risk of injury

Self-myofascial release is a flexibility technique that alters the tension of muscles in which of the following ways? Select one: a. Increasing b. Activating c. Accelerating d. Releasing

releasing

Which of the following refers to a complete movement of a particular exercise? Select one: a. Repetition b. Tempo c. Set d. Intensity

repetition

Which of the following systems' primary role is to ensure proper cellular function? Select one: a. Immune system b. Respiratory system c. Integumentary system d. Endocrine system

respiratory system

Which of the following occurs when the shoulder blades move toward the midline? Select one: a. Depression b. Retraction c. Protraction d. Elevation

retraction

Which term refers to a pattern of repeated movement or sound? Select one: a. Emphasis b. Rhythm c. Pitch d. Tempo

rhythm

Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides? Select one: a. Axial plane b. Sagittal plane c. Transverse plane d. Frontal plane

sagittal plane

Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides? Select one: a. Frontal plane b. Axial plane c. Transverse plane d. Sagittal plane

sagittal plane

A new participant has been feeling sore after the first few classes she attended. What type of influence is she experiencing? Select one: a. Behavioral b. Affective c. Sensation d. Cognitive

sensation

Indoor cycling formats are typically taught on stationary bicycles designed to do which of the following? Select one: a. Simulate an outdoor experience b. Teach participants to exercise in the sagittal plane c. Focus on breathing techniques d. Provide a military-style presentation

simulate an outdoor experience

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise progression for prone iso-abs? Select one: a. Iso-abs on knees b. Iso-abs on hands c. Single-leg iso-abs d. Side plank

single leg iso abs

Which of the following is appropriate for the movement prep segment of a cycle workout? Select one: a. Single-leg pedaling b. Big gear climbs c. Steady-state efforts d. Standing flats

single leg pedaling

What is the proper proprioceptive regression for a bodyweight squat on a BOSU ball? Select one: a. Weighted squat on the floor b. Single-leg squat on the floor c. Bodyweight squat on the floor d. Bodyweight lunge

single leg squat on the floor

What is a specialized area of cardiac tissue, located in the right atrium of the heart, which initiates the electrical impulses that determine the heart rate? Select one: a. Atrioventricular (AV) node b. Fossa ovalis c. Sinoatrial (SA) node d. Foramen ovale

sinoatrial (sa) node

Which of the following is referred to as the pacemaker for the heart? Select one: a. Sinoatrial node b. Pectoral node c. Atrioventricular node d. Supratrochlear node

sinoatrial node

Which of the following is the most appropriate cue to correct a participant performing a single-leg squat? Select one: a. Lower yourself until you see the knees go past the toes. b. Arch the low back to tip forward at the hips and engage the glutes. c. Sit back like you're seating yourself onto a chair. d. Maintain a neutral cervical spine by looking at the floor.

sit back like youre seating yourself onto a chair

When the goal is to increase strength, which of the following adaptations occur? Select one: a. Improved aerobic capacity b. Improve dynamic flexibility c. Increases in joint stability d. Skeletal muscle fiber enlargement

skeletal muscle fiber enlargement

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly overactive in the foot and ankle? Select one: a. Anterior tibialis b. Medial gastrocnemius c. Soleus d. Posterior tibialis

soleus

Which of the following is the best option for obtaining continuing education credits and making an instructor more versatile? Select one: a. Another instructor's class b. A choreography workshop c. A specialty course d. A basic skills workshop

specialty course

Which of the following principles states the body will adjust based on the precise demands placed on it? Select one: a. General adaptation b. Specificity c. Muscular endurance d. Periodization

specificity

Which of the following represents a regression? Select one: a. Staggered-stance to two-leg b. Two-arm to alternating-arms c. Foam pad to a balance disc d. Single-leg stable to two-leg unstable

staggered stance to two leg

Unstable hips is a common form mistake for which of the following cycle positions? Select one: a. Attacks b. Standing climb c. Seated climb d. Standing flat

standing flat

Which of the following best describes the proper form and technique for a squat? Select one: a. Standing with feet hip- to shoulder-width apart and toes pointed straight ahead b. Standing with feet close together and toes slightly turned outward c. Standing with feet hip- to shoulder-width apart while keeping toes lifted and weight pressing back into heels d. Standing with feet in a wide stance, with toes lifted and slightly turned outward

standing with feet hip- to shoulder-width apart and toes pointed straight ahead

Which of the following best represents the downbeat of a song? Select one: a. Ending a movement on count 4 b. Starting a movement on count 1 c. Ending a movement on count 8 d. Starting a movement on count 5

starting a movement on count 1

What version is the best to start with when demonstrating a jump lunge in class? Select one: a. Jump lunges b. Multiplanar lunges c. Squat jumps d. Stationary lunges

stationary lunges

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise for a participant who has had a stoke? Select one: a. Hammer curl b. Reverse plank c. Step-up to balance d. Squat to press

step up to balance

Indoor cycling formats are typically taught on stationary bicycles designed to do which of the following? Select one: a. Simulate an outdoor experience b. Provide a military-style presentation c. Teach participants to exercise in the sagittal plane d. Focus on breathing techniques

stimulate an outdoor experience

Which of the following is a disaccharide? Select one: a. Galactose b. Sucrose c. Glucose d. Fructose

sucrose

A participant in your class exhibits dyspnea. What is the best recommendation for this participant? Select one: a. Suggest another class b. Take a prolonged break c. Suggest a different exercise d. Drink more water during class

take prolonged break

Which term describes the speed or pace of the music? Select one: a. Pitch b. Rhythm c. Emphasis d. Tempo

tempo

Group Fitness Instructors should be ready and willing to answer questions about which of the following? Select one: a. Sport-specific training and goals b. The workout being presented c. Individual aches, pains, and injuries d. Daily caloric needs of each participant

the workout being presented

Which of the following is a characteristic of synovial joints? Select one: a. They are seen in the sutures of the skull. b. They comprise approximately 80 percent of all the joints in the body and have high mobility. c. They exhibit little to no movement. d. They have no joint cavity, fibrous connective tissue, or cartilage in the uniting structure.

they comprise approximately 80% of all joints in the body and have high mobility

Which of the following is a true statement about type I (slow-twitch) muscle fibers? Select one: a. They have a low oxidative capacity and fatigue quickly. b. They are faster than type II muscle fibers to produce maximal tension. c. They contain a large number of capillaries, mitochondria, and myoglobin. d. They are larger in size than type II muscle fibers and are referred to as white fibers.

they contain a large number of capillaries, mitochondria and myoglobin

What type of motivation cue is an instructor using when he says, "Hold that plank for 10 more seconds!" Select one: a. Time or rep countdown b. Physical or emotional benefit c. Performance d. Competition

time or rep countdown

When n instructor creates a new workout for a specific class, they should define the class objectives by considering which of the following first? Select one: a. Industry trends b. Tempo and music c. Title and descripton d. Instructor preferences

title and description

When it relates to effective cueing, why is it a good idea to start an exercise with the least challenging version? Select one: a. To allow participants to recover before moving on to harder exercises b. To allow muscles to warm-up for that exercise c. To conserve energy as the instructor so you can show harder options later d. To allow all participants to feel successful and challenged

to allow participants to feel successful and challenged

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal? Select one: a. "Today, our goal is to feel better and have more energy after class." b. "Today, we are going to have a squat competition! Are you ready to beat your neighbor?" c. "Today, we are going to do 25 squats during our 10-minute movement prep sequence." d. "Today, we are going to do 100 burpees in 2 minutes!"

today we are going to do 25 squats during our 10 minute movement prep sequence

To which direction in the body does internal rotation of a joint refer? Select one: a. Away from the middle b. Away from the right half c. Toward the upper extremity d. Toward the middle

toward the middle

Which of the following safely takes participants through a gradual physiological change from exertion to rest? Select one: a. Flexibility b. Outro c. Transition d. Movement prep

transition

Which of the following is a function of blood? Select one: a. Digestion b. Immunity c. Transportation d. Filtration

transportation

Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most fat exists in food as well as in the body? Select one: a. Phosphocreatine b. Triglycerides c. Collagen d. Saccharides

triglycerides

Pick a spot on the floor and keep your eyes on it," is a cue to correct which common form mistake? Select one: a. Forward head b. Trouble balancing c. Head and neck alignment d. Thoracic rounding

trouble balancing

Rather than "don't let your shoulders rise up," an instructor focusing on inclusive and participant-centered teaching could say which of the following? Select one: a. "You're doing great, but don't let your shoulders rise up." b. "If your shoulders are rising up, please decrease your weight." c. "Check out your neighbor, are their shoulders rising up? If so, give them a nudge to remind them keep those shoulders down." d. "Try to keep your shoulders down."

try. to keep your shoulders down

While instructing a class, you notice a participant who has a predominantly forward head and rounded shoulders. Which of the following is the postural distortion pattern you have observed? Select one: a. Pronation distortion syndrome b. Sway back posture dysfunction c. Upper-crossed syndrome d. Lower-crossed syndrome

upper crossed syndrome

In order to facilitate supportive communication, Group Fitness Instructors can implement which of the following approaches into their teaching style? Select one: a. Using "you" statements rather than "I" statements b. Bringing up experiences from past mistakes c. Using "I" statements rather than "you" statements d. Sticking to the class plan no matter what

using "I" statements rather than "you"

Which of the following is an example of a proprioceptive progression for a base of support? Select one: a. Using a BOSU ball for a dumbbell shoulder press b. Having one foot off of the floor a glute bridge c. Performing a single-leg squat d. Performing a plank with an arm reach

using a BOSU ball for a dumbbell shoulder press

Eliminating boredom with a wide range of experiences is best represented by which method for fostering engagement? Select one: a. Edutainment b. Presence c. Motivation d. Variety

variety

Which of the following terms refers to vessels that transport blood from the capillaries toward the heart? Select one: a. Arteries b. Arterioles c. Veins d. Carotids

veins

Which term refers to the inferior chamber of the heart that receives blood from its corresponding atrium and, in turn, forces blood into the arteries? Select one: a. Capillary b. Ventricle c. Aorta d. Vena cava

ventricle

Three-dimensional cueing is a communication strategy that incorporates which of the following cue types? Select one: a. Safety, directional, and movement b. Motivational, instructional, and participant-centered c. Anatomical, numerical, and educational d. Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic

visual, auditory and kinesthetic

How often should instructors plan movement accommodations? Select one: a. Before class begins b. At the beginning of class c. Whenever needed d. After class has ended

whenever needed

Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic motivational factor? Select one: a. Taking pride in completing just one more rep. b. Winning a free snack bar item for doing the most push-ups. c. Seeing a lower weight on the scale. d. Feeling energized after class is over.

winning a free snack bar item for doing the most push ups

When is an individual considered obese? Select one: a. With a BMI of 15 b. With a BMI of 25 c. With a BMI of 20 d. With a BMI of 30

with a BMI of 30

Which of the following special populations would benefit most from speed, agility, and quickness training? Select one: a. Obese b. Youth c. Postnatal d. Bodybuilders

youth

To overload the cardiorespiratory system, achieve the desired adaptations, and improve cardiovascular fitness, which type of training may be employed? Select one: a. Zone training b. Integrated training c. Superset training d. Pyramid training

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