CTC Quiz UNIT final exam
16. A nutrition fact label states that one serving of the product contains 3,300 mg of sodium. Which of the following BEST categorizes this product's sodium content? a. Moderate b. High c. Low d. Minimal
High
16. A client who works from home and sits for more than three hours at a time asks an ACE Certified Personal Trainer for tips to reduce sitting while at home. Which of the following recommendations is MOST appropriate for the trainer to provide? a. Purchase a standing desk and alternate hours sitting and standing b. Set a timer to stand up for 3-5 minutes every 30 minutes c. Sit on a stability ball for 1-2 hours each day while working d. Take a 5-10 minute walking break every 1-2 hours
Take a 5-10 minute walking break every 1-2 hours
14. According to the 2002 National Cholesterol Education Program, how would a low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level of 110 mg/dL be classified? a. Near optimal b. Borderline high c. Optimal d. High
Near optimal
13. Prior to beginning an exercise session, a pregnant client shares that she is having calf pain and leg swelling. What is the MOST appropriate response from the ACE Certified Trainer? a. Allow the client to rest b. Postpone the exercise session c. Reduce the intensity of the exercises d. Require another medical clearance
Postpone the exercise session
1. During an initial client interview, an ACE Certified Trainer "breaks the ice" by asking the new client about how her day has been going. Which of the following best identifies this stage of the client-personal trainer relationship? a. Rapport b. Action c. Planning d. Investigation
Rapport
1. Which of the following should be developed early in the client-personal trainer relationship in order to build a strong foundation? a. Rapport b. Action c. Sympathy d. Investigation
Rapport
3.Which portion of the spine consists of five fused vertebrae? a. Coccyx b. Lumbar c. Sacrum d. Cervical
Sacrum
24. You are working with a client who is exercising at a heart rate that is above the first ventilatory threshold (VT1) and below the second ventilatory threshold (VT2). In which training zone is this client training? a. Zone 1 b. Zone 4 c. Zone 3 d. Zone 2
Zone 1
19.Cessation of a regular exercise program can abolish all training adaptation within which of the following timeframes? a. 2 weeks b. 6 months c. 3 months d. 1 month
1 month
8. Which of the following BEST reflects a client overgeneralizing? a. "Even when I exercise regularly, I never seem to lose weight and reach my goals." b. "I'm a failure at weight loss, as I always ruin my diet by eating out on weekends," c. "Even if this workout routine gets me stronger, I'll just slip back into my old routines, like I always do." d. "No one in my family thinks I'll be able to stick with this exercise plan.
"Even when I exercise regularly, I never seem to lose weight and reach my goals."
21. When cueing a client doing a chair sit exercise, which of the following would an ACE Certified instructor say FIRST? a. "Lean forward and put your weight over your heels" b. "Keep your knees over your toes" c. "Straighten your back" d. "Flex at the hips and push your hips back"
"Flex at the hips and push your hips back"
17. During a Personal Training Department team meeting, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer would like to ask colleagues about a suggestion for a new client with obesity. Which of the following BEST demonstrates people-first language? a. "My new obese client needs to lose 10% body weight before I can add weight-bearing exercises. Do you have any suggestions to help her achieve this goal?" b. "I have a new client with obesity, and I would like to ask your recommendations for fun, low-impact cardiorespiratory exercises to incorporate into her program." c. "I am training a new obese client who is intimidated by the gym but wants to lose weight. I would like to ask if you know when the gym is least active so she would feel most comfortable?" d. "My overweight client is complaining of shin splints after every cardiorespiratory training session. Do you have any suggestions to help her reduce this pain?
"I have a new client with obesity, and I would like to ask your recommendations for fun, low-impact cardiorespiratory exercises to incorporate into her program."
14.During an assessment, a client expresses concern about being "judged" by the ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate response for the trainer? a."Thank you for sharing your concerns with me. Are you able to elaborate on what exactly makes you nervous?" b. "I understand your concern, and I know why you would feel that way, but it is important that we conduct these assessments. Are you okay with me proceeding?" c. "Those feelings are natural. If you want to improve, you must know where you are starting." d. "Perhaps you will feel more comfortable if I ask another trainer to conduct this assessment. Would you like me to ask someone else?"
"Thank you for sharing your concerns with me. Are you able to elaborate on what exactly makes you nervous?"
14. Which of the following questions is the BEST option when helping a client break down barriers? a. "What can we do to measure your progress?" b. "What do you need to start doing now to move closer to your goals?" c. "What type of physical activity do you enjoy?" d. "What do you hope to accomplish?
"What do you need to start doing now to move closer to your goals?"
18. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is conducting an interview with a new client with obesity who has a physician referral to begin an exercise program. Which of the following BEST demonstrates a motivational interviewing approach? a. "What steps do you feel would be best to take to improve your health?" b. "How much weight would you like to lose?" c. "Why have you not been able to stick to an exercise program before?" d. "Why do you think your physician wants you to begin exercising?"
"What steps do you feel would be best to take to improve your health?"
16. Which of the following questions is MOST appropriate when conducting an initial interview with a client with obesity? a. "Do you have a family history of obesity?" b. "In your perfect world, how much weight would you like to lose?" c. "What words would you like to use when we talk about weight?" d. "Have you tried weight-loss programs before, and what caused you to fail?
"What words would you like to use when we talk about weight?"
24. Which of the following is the MINIMUM recommended coverage for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer's professional liability insurance? a. $500,000 b. $1,000,000 c. $1,500,000 d. $2,000,000
$1,000,000
11. The statute of frauds requires a written contract to validate the terms of an agreement involving goods, services, or real estate that are worth equal to or more than which of the following amounts? a. $500 b. $250 c. $1,000 d. $1,500
$500
12. Which of the following is the recommended adequate intake of sodium for individuals nine to 50 years of age? a. 1,500 mg per day b. 2,500 mg per day c. 1,000 mg per day d. 3,500 mg per day
1,500 mg per day
3. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a new client who is a 47-year-old male with a height of 5'11" (180.34 cm) and a weight of 205 pounds (93.2 kg). Which of the following is the client's estimated resting energy expenditure (REE)? a. 2,886 calories b. 2,730 calories c. 1,985 calories d. 1,829 calories
1,829 calories
20. Which of the following is the recommended initial frequency of muscular training for a client with osteoporosis? a. 1-2 nonconsecutive days/week b. 3-4 days/week c. Every other day d. Short durations daily
1-2 nonconsecutive days/week
15. What is the RECOMMENDED weekly or biweekly exercise duration progression over the first four to six weeks of training a new client? a. 10% b. 5% c. 15% d. 20%
10%
22. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with an off-season athlete who has performance related goals. What is the MAXIMUM amount of training that should occur in Zone 3? a. 10% b. 20% c. 30% d. 40%
10%
16.Which of the following is the recommended plyometric training volume for a client with some plyometric experience? a. 100 to 120 contacts per session b. 121 to 139 contacts per session c. 80 to 99 contacts per session d. 140 to 160 contacts per session
100 to 120 contacts per session
5. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client with coronary artery disease who has been cleared for exercise, and who has not completed a submaximal exercise test. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate rating of perceived exertion (RPE) range (6-20 scale) to target when working with this client? a. 12-16 RPE b. 6-7 RPE c. 8-10 RPE d. 17-18 RPE
12-16 RPE
4. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a very active adult client who has asked about guidelines for protein intake. The client currently weighs 210 pounds (95.45 kg). According to the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), how much protein is MOST appropriate for this client to consume daily? a. 76 to 95 g b. 191 to 239 g c. 258 to 305 g d. 133 to 163 g
133 to 163 g
Questions 19-22 Use the following nutrition label content to answer questions 19-22: Serving size: ½ cup Servings per container: 3 Calories per serving: 120 Total fat per serving: 0.5 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 240 mg Potassium: 480 mg Total carbohydrate: 23 g Protein: 7 g 19. How many grams of protein are in 1 cup? a. 7 grams b. 14 grams c. 21 grams d. 10.5 grams
14 grams
7. According to the 2017 American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association guidelines, which of the following blood pressure readings would be categorized as stage 2 hypertension? a. 140/82 mmHg b. 132/82 mmHg c. 128/84 mmHg d. 138/88 mmHg
140/82 mmHg
10. According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, what is the recommended time and intensity of cardiorespiratory physical activity per week for adults to achieve substantial health benefits? a. 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory physical activity b. 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory physical activity c. 90 minutes a week of low-intensity cardiorespiratory physical activity d. 60 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity
150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory physical activity
12. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), what is the recommended time and frequency of exercise for a healthy woman who is pregnant? from ACOG? a. 150 minutes over four days per week b. 200 minutes over three days per week c. 150 minutes over three days per week d. 200 minutes over four days per week
150 minutes over three days per week
8.During McGill's torso muscular endurance test battery, a client's flexion score is 120 seconds with a flexion/extension ratio score of 0.80. What is the client's extension score? a. 150 seconds b. 120 seconds c. 180 seconds d. 95 seconds
150 seconds
11. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate amount of weekly exercise time to prevent significant weight gain, reduce associated chronic disease risk factors, and produce modest weight loss for individuals with overweight or obesity? a. 150 to 250 minutes b. 250 to 300 minutes c. 300 to 350 minutes d. 100 to 150 minutes
150 to 250 minutes
19. Which of the following is consistent with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' exercise guidelines for older adults? a. 45-60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week b. 150-300 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise each week c. 150-300 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week d. 45-60 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise each week
150-300 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week
20.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a relatively new client for the past 6 weeks. The client would like to get an estimate of his one-repetition maximum (1-RM) for the bench press exercise but isn't yet comfortable completing the assessment. The client has been consistently completing 8 repetitions of 150 pounds (68 kg). Which of the following is the MOST accurate estimate of the client's 1-RM? a. 188 pounds (85 kg) b. 225 pounds (102 kg) c. 172 pounds (78 kg) d. 201 pounds (91 kg)
188 pounds (85 kg)
11. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is designing a client's cardiorespiratory-training program to include interval training. Which of the following are the RECOMMENDED exercise-to-recovery ratios? a. 2:1 and 1:1 b. 1:4 and 2:1 c. 5:1 and 1:3 d. 1:2 and 1:1
1:2 and 1:1
6.A client has recently progressed into the Fitness Training phase of Cardiorespiratory Training. Which is the INITIAL recommended work- to- recovery interval ratio for the client? a. 1:2 b. 1:3 c. 1:1 d. 1:4
1:3
15. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate muscular-training frequency for a client with overweight or obesity? a. 2-3 days per week with a rest day in between b. 1 day per week c. 2-3 days of lower-body exercises followed by 2-3 days of upper-body exercises d. Total-body resistance training on 4-5 days of the week
2-3 days per week with a rest day in between
9. What is the recommended frequency of aerobic activity for children and adolescents? a. Six days per week b. Five days per week c. Four days per week d. Seven days per week
Seven days per week
4.Which is the MINIMUM amount of time a client should be able to perform steady-state cardiorespiratory exercise at a rating of perceived exertion of 3 to 4 before progressing to Fitness Training? a. 20 minutes b. 15 minutes c. 10 minutes d. 5 minutes
20 minutes
4. During exercise, a client's heart rate is 165 bpm and he has a stroke volume of 0.15 L. What is the client's cardiac output? a. 25 L/min b. 20 L/min c. 30 L/min d. 35 L/min
25 L/min
17.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is training a client who performed a squat assessment with a maximal resistance of 325 pounds (147 kg). Which of the following weight loads would the client MOST likely be able to lift for 8 repetitions? a. 225 pounds (102 kg) b. 210 pounds (95 kg) c. 260 pounds (118 kg) d. 245 pounds (111 kg)
260 pounds (118 kg)
23.Which is the MINIMUM recommended frequency and duration for balance exercises in older adults? a. 1 day per week for 5 to 10 minutes each session b. 5 days per week for 10 to 15 minutes each session c. 3 days per week for 10 to 15 minutes each session d. 6 to 7 days per week for 5 to 10 minutes each session
3 days per week for 10 to 15 minutes each session
8. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate exercise duration and frequency for a client with hypertension? a. 30 minutes of regular exercise 5-7 days/week b. 30 minutes of regular exercise 2-3 days/week c. 45 minutes of regular exercise 3 days/week d. 45 minutes of regular exercise 5 days/week
30 minutes of regular exercise 5-7 days/week
8. A client with obesity is participating in an exercise session and states that it is beginning to become difficult to talk during exercise and that the exercise has become somewhat hard. Using the 0 to 10 rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale, to which of the following intensity ratings is the client MOST likely referring? a. 4 b. 2 c. 6 d. 9
4
12. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is training a healthy client two days per week with a focus on muscular strength. The client has expressed interest in participating in moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise on the other five days. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate intensity range for moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise sessions? a. 40% to 59% VO2R or HRR b. 20% to 39% VO2R or HRR c. 60% to 89% VO2R or HRR d. 90% to 99% VO2R or HRR
40% to 59% VO2R or HRR
14.A client has inquired about adding plyometric-training workouts into her exercise program. Which of the following is the BEST recommended recovery time between sessions? a. 48 to 72 hours b. 24 to 36 hours c. 74 to 84 hours d. 96 to 120 hours
48 to 72 hours
16. Which of the following is the recommended frequency of cardiorespiratory training for a client with dyslipidemia? a. 5 or more days/week b. 1 day/week c. 2 days/week d. 3-4 days/week
5 or more days/week
19.A client completes the warm-up for the one-repetition maximum (1-RM) squat assessment. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate increase in workload for the client? a. 5 to 10% b. 10 to 20% c. 20 to 30% d. 30 to 40%
5 to 10%
25.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is preparing to conduct speed and agility assessments with a client. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate warm-up to conduct prior to the assessments? a. 5- to 10-minute jog combined with short sprints b. 10-minute bout on a recumbent bike at a medium resistance c. 30 seconds of push-ups followed by 30 seconds of body-weight squats performed for 4 rounds d. Static stretching followed by alternating 15 seconds of squat thrusters and 30 seconds of high knees for 6 rounds
5- to 10-minute jog combined with short sprints
23. On a physical exertion scale of 0 to 10, what is the suggested aerobic exercise intensity for older adults? a. 3-4 for moderate intensity and 5-6 for vigorous intensity b. 1-2 for low intensity and 5-6 for moderate intensity c. 5-6 for moderate intensity and 7-8 for vigorous intensity d. 7-8 for moderate-intensity and 9-10 for vigorous intensity
5-6 for moderate intensity and 7-8 for vigorous intensity
9. Which of the following is the RECOMMENDED fluid intake prior to exercise? a. 2-4 mL/kg (0.68-0.14 oz/lb) b. 5-7 mL/kg (0.08-0.11 oz/lb) c. 8-10 mL/kg (0.27-0.34 oz/lb) d. 12-15 mL/kg (0.41-0.51 oz/lb)
5-7 mL/kg (0.08-0.11 oz/lb)
25. Which of the following is the recommended exercise time for a client diagnosed with metabolic syndrome and who has a weight-loss goal? a. 30-40 minutes per session b. 50-60 minutes per session c. 65-70 minutes per session d. 15-20 minutes per session
50-60 minutes per session
2. Which of the following is the recommended daily caloric deficit range needed to achieve a weekly weight-loss goal of 1 to 2 pounds (0.45 kg to 0.91 kg)? a. 1,000 to 1,500 kcal b. 1,500 to 2,000 kcal c. 500 to 1,000 kcal d. 2,000 to 2,500 kcal
500 to 1,000 kcal
18.Which is the recommended heart-rate reserve (HRR) for a client engaging in active recovery? a. 45 to 50% b. 75 to 80% c. 55 to 60% d. 65 to 70%
55 to 60%
24.During a vertical jump test, which of the following is the approximate distance a client should stand away from the wall? a. 10 inches (25 cm) b. 6 inches (15 cm) c. 8 inches (20 cm) d. 4 inches (10 cm)
6 inches (15 cm)
24.Which is the MOST commonly recommended training tempo for new exercises? a. 4 seconds b. 6 seconds c. 8 seconds d. 10 seconds
6 seconds
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a Performance Training program for a client. What percentage of time should be spent training in zone 1? a. 55 to 65% b. 40 to 50% c. 70 to 80% d. 85 to 95%
70 to 80%
20. What is the percentage of carbohydrates in one serving? a. 77% b. 70% c. 80% d. 75%
77%
5. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a five-week cardiorespiratory Base Training program for a client. The client is exercising four times per week for a cumulative total of 60 minutes in week 1. Following appropriate weekly progressions, what should the client's exercise duration be during week 4? a. 66 minutes b. 90 minutes c. 72 minutes d. 80 minutes
80 minutes
22. How many protein calories would be consumed if a client ate the entire container? a. 28 b. 49 c. 98 d. 84
84
21. How many fat calories are contained in a 1 cup serving? a. 4.5 b. 14.25 c. 9 d. 7
9
14. Which of the following is an example of a client using self-motivation for feedback? a. A client uses a daily step tracker from a wearable device b. A client receives a list of exercise options from his or her trainer c. A client finds a workout partner to increase adherence d. A client reads daily blogs on successful habits for goal achievement
A client uses a daily step tracker from a wearable device
14. Which of the following types of client is MOST likely to exhibit positive health behaviors? a. A client with a strong emotional state b. A client with an internal locus of control c. A client with strong willpower d. A client with an external locus of control
A client with an internal locus of control
23. What is required for an exercise professional to be listed as a personal trainer on the United States Registry of Exercise Professionals (USREPS)? a. A national personal trainer certification from a recognized organization b. Ten or more years of experience as a personal trainer c. A current NCCA-accredited certification as a personal trainer from a CREP member d. A degree in exercise science or personal training
A current NCCA-accredited certification as a personal trainer from a CREP member
3. Which of the following would be the BEST example of a healthy eating pattern? a. A diet that includes a variety of starchy vegetables, high-glycemic fruit, grains, fat-free dairy, and protein-rich foods b. A diet that includes a variety of starchy vegetables and a low intake of sugary fruit, refined grains, dairy, and protein c. A diet that includes a variety of vegetables, fruit, grains, low-fat dairy, and protein-rich foods d. A diet that includes a high intake of vegetables and refined grains, and a moderate intake of poultry
A diet that includes a variety of vegetables, fruit, grains, low-fat dairy, and protein-rich foods
4.During a static postural assessment, which of the following observations is MOST likely to be seen from the sagittal view? a. A line of gravity that bisects the right and left sides of the body equally b. A line of gravity that passes through the anterior third of the knee c. A line of gravity that is perpendicular to the floor and the palms of the hands are not visible d. A line of gravity that bisects the sacrum and overlaps the spinous process of the vertebrae
A line of gravity that passes through the anterior third of the knee
18. Before progressing into Fitness Training, a client should be able to consistently perform which of the following? a. A minimum of 30 minutes of steady-state cardiorespiratory exercise in zone 1 on three days per week b. A minimum of 20 minutes of steady-state cardiorespiratory exercise in zone 1 on five days per week c. A minimum of 20 minutes of cardiorespiratory interval training with a work to rest ratio of 1:2 or 1:1 on five days per week d. A minimum of 30 minutes of cardiorespiratory interval training with
A minimum of 20 minutes of steady-state cardiorespiratory exercise in zone 1 on five days per week
19. Which of the following would provide the BEST security when storing client exercise programs online? a. A folder at the membership desktop to be entered into the facility's computer b. A password-protected file in a virtual training program or app c. A shared tablet owned by the health club facility located behind the front desk d. A folder in the filing cabinet in the shared personal-training office
A password-protected file in a virtual training program or app
25. Which of the following scenarios would pose the HIGHEST chance for legal action? a. A personal trainer asking a client to sign a photography release waiver b. A personal trainer asking another trainer to conduct a client session on his or her behalf c. A personal trainer cancelling a session at the last minute d. A personal trainer conducting the same fitness assessments for all clients
A personal trainer conducting the same fitness assessments for all clients
12. Which of the following is the BEST example of proximate causation? a. A client had to be transported by emergency medical services after experiencing a myocardial infarction during an exercise session b. A personal trainer asked the client to sign a social media and photography waiver before posting progress photos online c. A client disregarded a personal trainer's program design and began to experience overuse injuries, including shin splints and insomnia d. A personal trainer failed to show a client how to use a treadmill selected for the cardiorespiratory portion of the workout
A personal trainer failed to show a client how to use a treadmill selected for the cardiorespiratory portion of the workout
13. A periodized training plan that incorporates workouts below the first ventilatory threshold (VT1), between VT1 and the second ventilatory threshold (VT2), and above VT2, would be MOST appropriate for which of the following clients? a. A woman training to qualify for the Boston Marathon b. A man training for a 50-mile charity bike ride c. A man playing in a local recreation basketball league d. A woman training to hike Mount Whitney
A woman training to qualify for the Boston Marathon
3. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a new client who has had a consistent exercise history. During the interview, the client explains that she enjoys all types of exercise and loves the way a workout makes her feel. Which of the following BEST describes this client's motivation? a. Controlled motivation b. Associative motivation c. Autonomous motivation d. Extrinsic motivation
Autonomous motivation
13.Which of the following describes the MOST appropriate time for a client to perform plyometric drills in a training session? a. At the end, before static stretching and after self-myofascial release b. In the middle, to serve as the highest effort before working back down c. At the beginning, following a dynamic warm-up d. At the beginning, following self-myofascial release and static stretching
At the beginning, following a dynamic warm-up
3. Which of the following is the underlying cause of cerebral and peripheral vascular diseases? a. Atherosclerosis b. Angina c. Claudication d. Dyslipidemia
Atherosclerosis
24. Which of the following healthcare professionals has a scope of practice that specifically includes injury prevention, emergency care, and providing rehabilitation following injuries and surgery? a. Athletic trainers b. Exercise professionals c. Occupational therapists d. Physical therapists
Athletic trainers
4.Which of the following movements occurs in the frontal plane? a. Abduction of the leg b. Extension of elbow c. Flexion of the foot d. Rotation of the trunk
Abduction of the leg
1. Which of the following BEST describes an advantage to owning and operating a franchise? a. Access to the business and operating systems created by the franchiser, such as floor plans, operating plans, and marketing information b. Affiliation with the brand, which protects the franchise owner from potential lawsuits for negligence c. The upfront costs for the franchise fee and the ongoing costs to maintain the association with the parent brand of the franchise d. Easy to create and operate with flow-through taxation
Access to the business and operating systems created by the franchiser, such as floor plans, operating plans, and marketing information
8. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer notices a client is beginning to display hot, dry skin and stops sweating. What should the trainer's INITIAL response be? a. Activate emergency medical services (EMS) b. Instruct the client to lie down c. Take the client's pulse d. Move the client to a cool, ventilated area
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
15. When working with a client who has had a chronic injury, which of the following are EXTREMELY important parts of the warm-up sequence? a. Watching for signs of neurological inhibition and including rotational movements b. Achieving full range of motion and including unidirectional movements c. Activating the nervous system and including multidirectional movements d. Decreasing connective tissue elasticity in all planes of motion and deactivating the proprioceptors
Activating the nervous system and including multidirectional movements
20. When selecting exercises to improve knee function, which of the following should be the FIRST step? a. Addressing any imbalances between right and left sides b. Improving hip-hinge mobility and stability c. Improving the muscle strength of the posterior chain d. Addressing any tightness and instability in the hip, ankle, and foot
Addressing any imbalances between right and left sides
19. Which of the following is BEST categorized as a demographic variable? a. Depression b. Attitude c. Illness d. Age
Age
9. Which of the following is not considered a dairy product? a. Soy milk b. Cow milk c. Goat milk d. Almond milk
Almond milk
5.Which of the following clients would MOST likely display anterior tilting of the pelvis? a. An accountant working in an office environment seated for extended periods during a 12-hour shift b. A nurse working in a hospital environment standing and walking for the majority of a 12-hour shift c. A flight attendant working 3 flights per day alternating between standing, sitting, and walking d. A cosmetologist with a heavy client load spending the majority of the day standing in one spot
An accountant working in an office environment seated for extended periods during a 12-hour shift
10. Which of the following antihypertensive medications should not affect heart rate but will cause a decrease in blood pressure at rest and during exercise? a. Angiotensin II receptor antagonists b. Beta blockers c. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors d. Calcium channel blockers
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
4. During a personal-training session, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer is continually looking at his watch. Which of the following BEST describes the potential meaning of the personal trainer's body language? a. Aggression b. Anxious to leave c. Tension d. Anger
Anxious to leave
24. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a new client who is an older adult with daily pain from osteoporosis. During the interview process, the client states that he feels the personal trainer may not be a good role model for him since the personal trainer not also experience daily pain from osteoporosis. Which of the following actions would be MOST appropriate to provide a role model for this client? a. Find another personal trainer who has the same health condition as the client b. Arrange for a colleague who is similar to the client to attend one of the training sessions c. Show the client all the credentials held to prove viability and professionalism d. Call the client's healthcare provider to learn more about the client's health condition
Arrange for a colleague who is similar to the client to attend one of the training sessions
2. Which of the following conditions describes the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to plaque accumulation? a. Myocardial infarction b. Hypertension c. Arteriosclerosis d. Ischemia
Arteriosclerosis
16. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer assesses a higher than normal pre-exercise blood pressure reading on a regular client who takes a beta blocker for his hypertension. What would be the MOST appropriate next action? a. Ask the client if he took his medication and reschedule the session if he has not b. Note the elevated heart rate, but continue the session with caution c. Cancel the session and refer the client to his healthcare provider to adjust his medication d. Lower the intensity of the workout to reduce the increase in blood pressure
Ask the client if he took his medication and reschedule the session if he has not
6. During the health-screening process, a client mentions that she has high blood pressure that is controlled with medication. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate action for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. Make a note of the client's current blood pressure and discuss symptoms of what it might feel like if it gets too high during exercise b. Stop the interview and let the client know she needs to get a medical clearance before proceeding any further c. Tell the client that high blood pressure, even if controlled by medicine, is something to be very concerned about and may require a medical clearance d. Ask the client if her healthcare provider is aware of her desire to start an exercise program and explain how working together with the healthcare provider would help to ensure that any exercise plan created will be safe and effective
Ask the client if her healthcare provider is aware of her desire to start an exercise program and explain how working together with the healthcare provider would help to ensure that any exercise plan created will be safe and effective
7. If an ACE Certified Personal Trainer makes the following statement early in a preparticipation screening, which of the following is he or she trying to accomplish? "Managing your diabetes is important to you. How do you envision me helping to support your goals?" a. Trying to collaborate on the client's goals b. Breaking down any possible barriers c. Creating rapport with the client d. Asking open-ended questions to get more detail
Asking open-ended questions to get more detail
5. What should be the FIRST step with a client when using the ACE Mover Method? a. Collaborating to set goals and establish specific steps to take action toward those goals b. Discovering what potential barriers may get in the way of reaching specific goals c. Building rapport through open communication and initial positive experiences d. Asking powerful open-ended questions to identify what he or she hopes to accomplish
Asking powerful open-ended questions to identify what he or she hopes to accomplish
6. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who is weighing the pros and cons of beginning an exercise program. Which of the following might BEST evoke change talk? a. Asking the client's approval to design an easy exercise program b. Using an importance ruler c. Asking the client about past exercise experience d. Using a readiness to change questionnaire
Asking the client about past exercise experience
11. Which of the following strategies would be BEST to use with a client in the preparation stage? a. Identify and promote new, positive outcome expectations and boost self-confidence b. Increase awareness of inevitable lapses and bolster self-efficacy in coping with lapses c. Assist the client in identifying social support and establishing goals d. Utilize general sources of education, including brochures and the internet
Assist the client in identifying social support and establishing goals
15. A client who is beginning to master the hip-hinge basics of a squat and is ready to receive more specific feedback so the movement can be refined and perfected is in which stage of learning? a. Cognitive stage b. Associative stage c. Autonomous stage d. Motor stage
Associative stage
25. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who wants to run a 10K. Which of the following conditions would MOST likely prohibit the client from participating in a ventilatory threshold assessment? a. Diabetes b. Allergies c. Asthma d. Overweight
Asthma
1. Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of a tendon? a. Connects bone to bone b. Attaches muscle to bone c. Protects bones from decay d. Increases muscular strength
Attaches muscle to bone
20.Which of the following is the MOST accurate training tip for speed and agility drills? a. Drive the arms from the shoulders, not the elbows b. Short strokes are utilized during the top speed and sustained speed phases c. Drive the arms from the elbows, not the shoulders d. Long strokes are utilized during the acceleration and deceleration phases
Drive the arms from the shoulders, not the elbows
20. After participating in an intensive lifestyle-modification program, a client states that his physician has recommended pharmacologic intervention to assist in achieving his weight-loss goal. Which of the following is MOST likely to have prompted this recommendation? a. BMI of 30 kg/m2 b. BMI of 20 kg/m2 c. BMI of 25 kg/m2 with one obesity-related comorbidity d. BMI of 23 kg/m2 with two obesity-related comorbidities
BMI of 30 kg/m2
21. Which of the following BEST represents a client for whom bariatric surgery is recommended? a. BMI ≥35 kg/m2 with no additional comorbidities b. BMI ≥30 kg/m2 with at least three obesity related comorbidities c. BMI ≥35 kg/m2 with at least one obesity-related comorbidity d. BMI ≥32 kg/m2 with at least two obesity related comorbidities
BMI ≥35 kg/m2 with at least one obesity-related comorbidity
12.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client whose goal is to improve performance and movement velocity. The client is currently training using lateral movement patterns. Which is the MOST appropriate movement pattern progression? a. Backpedal b. Linear-forward c. Cutting d. Rotational
Backpedal
25. Which type of stretching should be avoided when working with older adults? a. Active b. Static c. Ballistic d. Dynamic
Ballistic
23. A new client tells her personal trainer that she is on her feet all day at work and rarely participates in other physical activities. Based on this information, which cardiorespiratory training phase would be MOST appropriate initially for this client? a. Base Training b. Fitness Training c. Performance Training d. Movement Training
Base Training
3. When working with a physically inactive client, which Cardiovascular Training phase would be MOST appropriate? a. Interval Training b. Performance Training c. Base Training d. Fitness Training
Base Training
14. A new client who is pregnant wants to start an exercise program and has received clearance from her physician. How should the ACE Certified Personal Trainer begin the exercise program? a. Begin with shorter (<10 minute) durations of activity b. Begin with 15-20 minutes of aerobic activity c. Begin with longer (>10 minute) durations of activity d. Begin with 30-45 minutes of aerobic activity
Begin with shorter (<10 minute) durations of activity
18.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is designing a workout focused on pushing and pulling movements. Which of the following series of exercises would MOST likely be included? a. Bench press, deadlift, squat b. Push-up, squat, cable fly c. Triceps dip, push-up, deadlift d. Bench press, seated row, pec fly
Bench press, seated row, pec fly
10.Standing up from a chair is an example of which primary movement? a. Single-leg b. Bend-and-lift c. Pushing d. Pulling
Bend-and-lift
25. Which of the following antihypertensive medications decreases heart rate and cardiac output? a. Diuretic b. Alpha blocker c. Beta blocker d. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Beta blocker
10.During the concentric phase of a biceps curl, which muscle acts as the prime mover? a. Biceps brachii b. Triceps brachii c. Anterior deltoid d. Posterior deltoid
Biceps brachii
8. Which exercise would be MOST appropriate in the Movement Training phase of the ACE IFT Model Muscular Training component? a. High marches b. Body-weight lunges c. Plyometric squat d. Butt kicks
Body-weight lunges
12.Which of the following exercises BEST represents a closed-kinetic-chain movement? a. Seated leg curl b. Seated leg extension c. Body-weight squat d. Standing lateral deltoid raise
Body-weight squat
23. Which of the following statements about low-intensity exercise is MOST accurate? a. Oxygen inhaled during low-intensity exercise matches the demand by muscle cells. b. Oxygen inhaled during low-intensity exercise does not meet the demands of muscle cells. c. Carbohydrates are the primary source of fuel. d. Minute ventilation decreases as exercise intensity increases.
Carbohydrates are the primary source of fuel.
13. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer working with a client makes the following statement: "You want to make these changes to manage your blood pressure, avoid medication, and improve your quality of life. What obstacles do you think might get in the way of these goals?" Which of the following BEST identifies the approach the personal trainer is taking? a. Communicating openly b. Assessing the outcomes c. Determining the stage of change d. Breaking down barriers
Breaking down barriers
2.Which of the following roles do osteoblasts play in the remodeling process? a. Build bones b. Break down bones c. Connect bones d. Prevent injury
Build bones
19. A client has been released from physical therapy for shoulder impingement and is now working with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Which course of action would be MOST appropriate for the personal trainer to take? a. Progress the client to strength and power training for the upper body b. Evaluate the progress of the client's rehabilitation c. Build on the work done in physical therapy d. Continue to implement the physical therapy exercises
Build on the work done in physical therapy
16. Which of the following is the MOST important factor for personal trainers to focus on to create a client-centered approach to personal training? a. Client excitement b. Goal setting c. Challenging exercises d. Building rapport
Building rapport
12. Which is the MOST appropriate way for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer develop a referral network? a. By meeting with other health professionals b. By looking for professionals on the internet c. By asking other clients for their physicians' contact information d. By asking other personal trainers for the contacts in their referral network
By meeting with other health professionals
25.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is planning to include high-intensity activities within a client's muscular-training program. During which portion of the exercise session should the high-intensity activities be performed? a. Toward the end of the workout so the client feels strong and accomplished b. Directly in the middle of the session so the client knows where the peak of the workout is c. During the warm-up, so the client can quickly increase the heart rate and blood pressure to prepare for the workout d. Close to the beginning of the conditioning portion when the client is less likely to be fatigued
Close to the beginning of the conditioning portion when the client is less likely to be fatigued
8. Which of the nutrients listed is consumed in inadequate amounts by most of the population? a. Magnesium b. Choline c. Calcium d. Selenium
Calcium
9. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for a client suspected of having a bone fracture in the leg? a. Stabilize the client and apply ice b. Elevate the limb c. Move the client to comfortable surroundings d. Call emergency medical services
Call emergency medical services
25. A personal trainer learns that a new client runs at for 30 to 60 minutes five days per week at a moderate-to-vigorous intensity. The personal trainer has the client perform a series of exercises as assessments during the first session and observes that the client has poor core stability and limited mobility in the hips and thoracic spine. Based on this information, what Cardiorespiratory and Muscular Training phases of the ACE IFT Model would be MOST appropriate for the client's initial exercise program? a. Cardiorespiratory phase = Fitness Training; Muscular phase = Functional Training b. Cardiorespiratory phase = Performance Training; Muscular phase = Functional Training c. Cardiorespiratory phase = Fitness Training; Muscular phase = Movement Training d. Cardiorespiratory phase = Performance Training; Muscular phase = Movement Training
Cardiorespiratory phase = Fitness Training; Muscular phase = Functional Training
19. Clients with arthritis are at increased risk for which of the following conditions? a. Diabetes b. Obesity c. Lupus d. Cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease
8. A client who complains of "catching" or "locking" of the knee is likely to have which of the following conditions? a. Fluid on the knee b. Cartilage tear c. Sprained knee d. Torn ligament
Cartilage tear
20. Antihistamines can have which of the following effects on a client? a. Produce drying effect in lungs b. Cause drowsiness c. Increase heart rate d. Decrease blood pressure
Cause drowsiness
13.From the side view of a standing row assessment, the ACE Certified Personal Trainer notices the client's head migrates forward. Which of the following muscles are MOST likely underactive? a. Rhomboid major and minor b. Levator scapulae c. Mid and lower trapezius d. Cervical spine extensors
Cervical spine extensors
15. Before conducting a muscular-endurance assessment for the upper body, which of the following should the ACE Certified Personal Trainer INITIALLY assess? a. Conduct the passive straight-leg test b. Check for low-back pain and other orthopedic issues c. Ensure the client can perform push-ups on the toes d. Ask the client if he or she has the social support to complete the exercise program
Check for low-back pain and other orthopedic issues
3. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client whose injury fails to progress through the stages of healing, and acute inflammation is present for months. Which of the following BEST categorizes this injury? a. Chronic b. Acute c. Adhesion d. Inflammatory
Chronic
16. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is teaching a new client the push-up exercise. The client's movements are jerky and uncoordinated, so the personal trainer incorporates the "tell, show, do" teaching technique. Which of the following identifies the client's current stage of learning? a. Cognitive stage b. Associative stage c. Autonomous stage d. Motor stage
Cognitive stage
25. A new client is working on adopting a regular exercise habit and discussing programming plans with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Which of the following approaches would be MOST effective? a. Blame the client for his or her inability to conform to the program b. Tell the client what his or her goals should be c. Direct the client to follow the plan outlined in his or her first session d. Collaborate with the client on goals
Collaborate with the client on goals
5. A client has been working with a personal trainer consistently for six months but is now starting to become inconsistent with training due to family demands. Which of the following might BEST assist the client? a. Reduce training to once a week and have client sign an updated contract b. Suggest time away from training until these demands are reduced c. Discuss ways the client can convince his family that he must adhere to his workout plan d. Collaborate with the client on what to do when these demands occur
Collaborate with the client on what to do when these demands occur
16. A client who has been experiencing chronic pain is working together with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to develop action steps in order to achieve their goal. Which of the following BEST describes the approach being taken? a. Collaboration b. Breaking down barriers c. Asking open-ended questions d. Assessing client goals
Collaboration
6. Which of the following is one of the three key steps in the ACE ABC Approach? a. Beginning with small goals b. Collaboration c. Communication d. Adapting to exercise
Collaboration
7. Which of the following would MOST likely be considered a violation of client privacy when using social media for marketing purposes? a. Commenting on a client's social media page congratulating him or her for the progress made b. Posting a selfie in front of the health club sign with the caption "looking forward to working with all of my clients today!" c. Asking a client to sign a social media photo release at the beginning of the client- personal trainer relationship d. Posting a client transformation social media post that includes before-and-after photos with the client's written permission
Commenting on a client's social media page congratulating him or her for the progress made
18. A client does not tell the personal trainer that he has recently been experiencing dizziness when standing up quickly. During the training session, the personal trainer has the client perform squats with a light barbell on the back of his shoulders. Due to the light weight, the personal trainer does not spot the client, who loses his balance and falls. Which of the following types of negligence would be MOST likely to be the reason for the personal trainer in this scenario being found to have liability for the client's fall? a. Gross negligence b. Contributory negligence c. Comparative negligence d. General negligence
Comparative negligence
20. Which of the following components of motivational interviewing is being displayed when an ACE Certified Personal Trainer deliberately pursues the welfare and best interests of the client? a. Compassion b. Acceptance c. Collaboration d. Evocation
Compassion
25. Which of the following BEST describes the self-perception that a person can successfully perform a task? a. Relatedness b. Autonomy c. Competence d. Confidence
Competence
22. Which is the BEST way for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to be recognized as an expert in a given field? a. Complete a variety of continuing education in a specialty area b. Take continuing education courses at fitness conferences c. Find a good business name that conveys expertise d. Complete a variety of continuing education courses
Complete a variety of continuing education in a specialty area
9. Which of the following is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? a. Conducting fitness assessments and health screenings to identify exercise limitations b. Counseling clients through behavior challenges that negatively impact exercise adherence c. Continuing a rehabilitation exercise program for clients following physical therapy d. Recommending a specific diet to help a client meet his or her weight-loss goal
Conducting fitness assessments and health screenings to identify exercise limitations
16. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer receives a call from an individual who is inquiring about training in the gym, which she has never done previously. She seems very apprehensive and nervous, stating that she knows she needs to be more active but is not sure training is right for her. Based on this scenario, which of the following BEST represents the caller's stage of change? a. Action b. Contemplation c. Preparation d. Precontemplation
Contemplation
14. A client fails to disclose to his personal trainer that he takes a beta-blocker. During cardiorespiratory exercise on a treadmill, the client experiences a cardiac event and is rushed to the hospital. The client attempts to sue the personal trainer. Which of the following concepts will MOST likely protect the personal trainer in this situation? a. Contributory negligence b. Gross negligence c. Informed consent d. Inherent risks
Contributory negligence
1. Which of the following is introduced ONLY as a contemporary training parameter? a. Core conditioning b. Muscular strength c. Flexibility d. Cardiorespiratory fitness
Core conditioning
13. Non-HDL cholesterol is strongly associated with which of the following health conditions? a. Stroke b. Coronary artery disease c. Hypertension d. Peripheral vascular disease
Coronary artery disease
15. Structure/function claims are regulated by the _______________. a. Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) b. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) c. Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) d. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)
7. Which of the following puts children at greater risk of heat-related illnesses compared to adults? a. Higher exercise economy b. Lower ratio of body surface area to mass c. Higher cardiac output d. Diminished sweating capacity
Diminished sweating capacity
14. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer has been working with a novice client for the past three weeks. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate variable to progress initially? a. Frequency b. Duration c. Intensity d. Type
Duration
22. Which of the following is BEST defined as shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion? a. Dyspnea b. Orthopnea c. Syncope d. Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
Dyspnea
20. A client explains that he recently started taking his dog out for a walk after dinner instead of his usual after-dinner behavior of sitting on the couch and eating ice cream. Which of the following processes of change does this behavior BEST represent? a. Counter-conditioning b. Stimulus control c. Self-liberation d. Consciousness raising
Counter-conditioning
2. Which of the following is WITHIN the ACE Certified Personal Trainer scope of practice regarding training clients with weight-loss goals? a. Designing exercise programs that lead to increased energy expenditure and positive changes in body composition b. Creating therapeutic exercise programs to help clients with low-back pain to improve core stability c. Evaluating a client's nutrient intake to guide meal planning d. Recommending nutritional supplements only after conducting extensive research on their effectiveness and safety
Designing exercise programs that lead to increased energy expenditure and positive
3. Which of the following is a factor identified as an important risk modulator of exercise-related cardiovascular events? a. Desired intensity level b. Body mass index c. Past physical-activity levels d. Current weight
Desired intensity level
2. A client who has problems performing activities of daily living would benefit MOST from improving which of the following? a. Muscular strength b. Functional movements c. Performance-based movements d. Agility, coordination, and reactivity
Functional movements
5. Which of the following eating plans is recommended to optimize health and decrease blood pressure in individuals with hypertension? a. DASH eating plan b. Mediterranean eating plan c. Vegetarian eating plan d. Vegan eating plan
DASH eating plan
22. Which of the following is an uncontrollable factor for obesity? a. Genetics b. Energy expenditure c. Energy intake d. Sedentary lifestyle
Genetics
17. What are the ACOG recommendations for a woman to resume exercise after delivery? a. Daily activity of 5-10 minutes b. 20-30 minutes three times per week c. 5-10 minutes three times per week d. Daily activity of 20-30 minutes
Daily activity of 20-30 minutes
6. What are the various subgroup classifications of vegetables? a. Dark green, yellow, legumes, starchy, and other b. Dark green, red and orange, legumes, starchy, and other c. Dark green, red and orange, legumes, non-starchy, and other d. Dark green, yellow, nuts, non-starchy, and othe
Dark green, red and orange, legumes, starchy, and other
14. Which of the following MOST accurately states the heart rate and blood pressure responses for a client who is taking a decongestant for a cold? a. Decreases blood pressure and increases heart rate during exercise b. Decreases heart rate and increases blood pressure at rest and possibly during exercise c. Increases blood pressure and increases heart rate at rest and possibly during exercise d. Minimal effect on heart rate and increases blood pressure during exercise
Decreases heart rate and increases blood pressure at rest and possibly during exercise
22. Which of the following is the BEST strategy for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to use when working with a client who is a visual learner? a. Self-monitoring b. Hands-on supervision c. Question and answer d. Demonstrations
Demonstrations
23. During an initial exercise session, a client presents with symptoms of dizziness and mentions this occasionally occurs during workouts. Which would be the MOST appropriate action by an ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. Create a new program to help address the issues identified b. Discontinue exercise and have the client seek a qualified healthcare provider's clearance c. Modify the current program to a more suitable activity level d. Continue exercise with caution and seek a healthcare provider's clearance
Discontinue exercise and have the client seek a qualified healthcare provider's
22. Which of the following is an important strategy for dealing with client lapses? a. Suggest a home exercise program b. Discuss lapses with the client in advance c. Tell the client what to do when a lapse occurs d. Suggest the client take time off when bored
Discuss lapses with the client in advance
13. A client has soreness after a weekend tennis tournament. Which of the following is an appropriate action that is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? a. Implement a therapeutic exercise program to reduce soreness and improve function b. Suggest using common, low-dosage anti-inflammatory medications c. Provide deep tissue massage to the affected area d. Discuss proper techniques for stretching the affected muscles
Discuss proper techniques for stretching the affected muscle
23.In the following equation: Power = Force x Velocity, how is velocity measured? a. Distance/Time b. Force x Distance c. Mass x Acceleration d. Work/Time
Distance/Time
12. Which of the following antihypertensive medications increases the excretion of water and electrolytes through the kidneys? a. Diuretics b. Calcium channel blockers c. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors d. Beta blockers
Diuretics
16. While performing a box jump during a training session, a client bruises her anterior tibialis. The personal trainer asks if the client would like advanced injury care and the client declines. Which action would be MOST appropriate for the personal trainer to take next? a. Instruct the client to apply ice once she gets home b. Document the incident on the facility's injury report form c. Cancel the rest of the training session to allow the client to recover d. Retrieve a box of a lower height for the client to continue the exercise
Document the incident on the facility's injury report form
17. A client's healthcare provider has asked the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to use a more comprehensive screening form due to the client's medical history. Which of the following would be BEST to use? a. Risk stratification criteria from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation b. Electronic Physical Activity Readiness Medical Examination (ePARmed-X+) c. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) d. Lifestyle and health-history questionnaire
Electronic Physical Activity Readiness Medical Examination (ePARmed-X+)
13. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate form of cardiorespiratory training for a client who has received clearance to return to exercise following therapy for an upper extremity injury? a. Upper-body ergometer b. Jogging c. Elliptical d. Water exercise
Elliptical
12. A client, who is cleared to exercise following physical therapy is hesitant to work out and claims she is feeling pain during the exercise session. Which of the following would be the BEST approach to take with this client? a. Explain that some discomfort will be normal and that since the client has been released to exercise each session will get easier b. Agree to stop the session and reschedule when the client is feeling more comfortable to exercise c. Empathize with the client, identify the level of pain, and explain that you can offer exercise modifications that would provide a pain-free experience d. Refer the client back to the physician to make sure she is not having a relapse of the injury
Empathize with the client, identify the level of pain, and explain that you can offer exercise modifications that would provide a pain-free experience
13. Which of the following BEST defines vicarious liability? a. Employees represent only themselves when providing personal-training services b. Employers are responsible for the employment actions of their employees c. Clients are responsible for their own actions while exercising in a health club d. Clients sign a waiver prior to starting an exercise program to assume the risks associated with exercise
Employers are responsible for the employment actions of their employees
17.Which of the following is the MOST appropriate spotting technique for a bench press? a. Establish a narrow base of support and use a supine grip narrower than that of the client while gripping the bar b. Establish a wide base of support and use a prone grip wider than that of the client while gripping the bar c. Establish a narrow base of support and use an alternated grip wider than that of the client while gripping the bar d. Establish a wide base of support and use an alternated grip narrower than that of the client while gripping the bar
Establish a wide base of support and use an alternated grip narrower than that of the client while gripping the bar
10. Which of the following would be OUTSIDE the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? a. Teaching a client exercises and self-myofascial release to help him improve tight iliotibial (IT) bands b. Reviewing a client's food journal to help her identify areas where she can make heathier choices c. Listening with empathy to a client's challenges with family support for her desire to exercise d. Evaluating a client's low arches to identify the correct arch support that he should purchase
Evaluating a client's low arches to identify the correct arch support that he should purchase
6. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is conducting an outdoor exercise session with a client on a hot summer day. The client will be PRIMARILY relying on which of the following heat regulation methods to reduce heat during the exercise bout? a. Radiation b. Convection c. Conduction d. Evaporation
Evaporation
23. Which of the following is considered an unregulated food label term? a. Natural b. Low sodium c. Excellent source of fiber d. Health claims
Excellent source of fiber
7.Which of the following assessments would MOST likely be contraindicated for a client with low-back pain? a. Y balance test b. Unipedal stance test c. McGill's torso test battery d. Static postural assessment
McGill's torso test battery
19. For the past two months, a client has been following his healthcare provider's exercise guidelines of 30 minutes of indoor cycling at a rating of perceived exertion of 8 (on the 6 to 20 scale), followed by mild stretching. The client has asked the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to add the elliptical machine to incorporate upper-body movements. Which would be the MOST appropriate response? a. Suggest that extending the time on the bicycle to 45 minutes would help better prepare the client for the elliptical b. Explain that increasing the resistance will increase the RPE above 8 and allow the client's legs to get stronger in preparation for a standing cardiorespiratory exercise machine c. Explain that, for his safety, a new medical release would be necessary to incorporate additional exercise d. Suggest adding light upper-body muscular training while keeping the stationary biking the same
Explain that, for his safety, a new medical release would be necessary to incorporate additional exercise
21. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer's client states she is interested in using an over-the-counter diuretic for rapid weight loss. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate response? a. Suggest she talk to a pharmacist b. Suggest she maintain adequate water intake to avoid dehydration c. Explain that there are other products that are safer to use d. Explain the dangers of using such a product
Explain the dangers of using such a product
17. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who is interested in losing weight. The client has tried many diets and now wants to use a supplement to increase metabolism. Which of the following actions would be MOST appropriate for the personal trainer to take? a. Refer the client to a medical professional for evaluation of a potential eating disorder b. Recommend a meal plan that will increase metabolism and be safer than supplements c. Provide information on the most effective dietary supplements d. Explain the potentially harmful side effects of supplements
Explain the potentially harmful side effects of supplements
23. Which of the following BEST describes consciousness raising? a. Discussing all the barriers to exercise b. Substituting healthier behaviors for unhealthy behaviors c. Finding and learning new facts, ideas, and tips that support healthy behavior change d. Seeking and using social support to raise awareness
Finding and learning new facts, ideas, and tips that support healthy behavior change
5. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is conducting an outdoor exercise session for a client with obesity. The temperature and heat index are higher than expected. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate recommendation for the client? a. Extend the warm-up period and train at a lower intensity b. Cancel the session and reschedule for another day c. Move the training session to the pool for water exercise d. Shorten the exercise duration
Extend the warm-up period and train at a lower intensity
11.Which of the following BEST describes an eccentric action? a. External force exceeds the contractile force generated by a muscle b. Muscle shortens and overcomes the resistive force c. External resistance matches the muscular tension d. Movement is controlled by speed regardless of force
External force exceeds the contractile force generated by a muscle
25. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer has a new client sign a behavior-change contract that awards a free personal-training session if the client complies with 100% of the contract's terms. Which of the following BEST describes the type of motivation used? a. Extrinsic motivation b. Intrinsic motivation c. Social support motivation d. SMART goal motivation
Extrinsic motivation
1. Which of the following is the PRIMARY biological purpose of the hormone leptin? a. Facilitate energy intake when energy storage is too low b. Slow down overconsumption when energy storage is too high c. Regulate energy expenditure via signals to the brain d. Send blood glucose into the body for use
Facilitate energy intake when energy storage is too low
5. Which of the following describes the point at which ventilation begins to increase in a nonlinear fashion? a. Second ventilatory threshold (VT2) b. Respiratory exchange ratio (RER) c. First ventilatory threshold (VT1) d. Heart-rate reserve (HRR)
First ventilatory threshold (VT1)
19. A minimum of 20 minutes of steady-state cardiorespiratory exercise in zone 1 on five days per week Cardiorespiratory interval training is typically introduced during which stage of training? a. Base Training b. Fitness Training c. Performance Training d. Mobility Training
Fitness Training
20. When a client can consistently perform moderate-intensity physical activity for 20 minutes or more on at least three days per week, he or she should be training in which cardiorespiratory phase of the ACE IFT Model? a. Performance Training b. Movement Training c. Fitness Training d. Base Training
Fitness Training
3.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer begins working with a client whose profession requires moderate physical activity throughout the day. The client reports participating in a recreational sports league at least three evenings per week. Based on the information provided, in which Cardiorespiratory Training phase is it MOST appropriate for this client to begin? a. Base Training b. Performance Training c. Fitness Training d. Stability Training
Fitness Training
7. A client who can walk continuously for 10 minutes at a moderate intensity before needing to take a break would start in which Cardiorespiratory Training phase of the ACE IFT Model? a. Interval Training b. Fitness Training c. Base Training d. Performance Training
Fitness Training
9. Which of the following is considered both a traditional training parameter and a contemporary training parameter? a. Movement efficiency b. Balance c. Flexibility d. Speed and power
Flexibility
21. Which type of assessment would be MOST beneficial for the trainer to begin with when working with an older adult? a. Flexibility assessment b. Balance assessment c. Bend and Lift assessment d. Movement assessment
Flexibility assessment
8.Which of the following is a PRIMARY characteristic of Functional Training for muscular fitness? a. Focus on establishing/reestablishing postural stability and kinetic chain mobility b. Focus on developing proper movement patterns without compromising postural or joint stability c. Focus on application of external loads with movements to create increased force production to meet desired goals d. Focus on adequate resistance-training loads to help clients reach muscular-fitness goals
Focus on establishing/reestablishing postural stability and kinetic chain mobility
17. Which of the following would be a recommended muscular-training program for a client with osteoarthritis? a. Frequency: 5-6 days/week Intensity: 50-80% of 1-RM Time: 2-4 sets of 8-12 exercises b. Frequency: 2-3 days/week Intensity: 50-80% of 1-RM Time: 2-4 sets of 8-12 exercises c. Frequency: 2-3 days/week Intensity: 30-40% of 1-RM Time: 2-4 sets of 6-7 exercises d. Frequency: 1-2 days/week Intensity: 30-40% of 1-RM Time: 2-4 sets of 6-7 exercises
Frequency: 2-3 days/week Intensity: 50-80% of 1-RM Time: 2-4 sets of 8-12 exercises
24. An exercise program with a primary focus on reestablishing stability and mobility of the whole body before adding external loads or increasing exercise intensity would be part of which phase of the ACE IFT Model? a. Movement Training b. Functional Training c. Speed/Agility Training d. Balance Training
Functional Training
10. Which of the following is a key consideration when setting goals with a client? a. Once set, revisiting goals is a waste of time b. Goals should be positive c. Numerous goals should be set to offer many options and choices d. Goals should be set by the trainer and agreed upon by the client
Goals should be positive
24. Which of the following would be categorized as the least healthy? a. Half & half b. Granola c. Nuts d. Fresh meats
Granola
17. A client is referred to an ACE Certified Personal Trainer from a local healthcare provider. The trainer would like to obtain more information from the provider to help guide the exercise program. Which of the following documents would be MOST important for the client to sign before the personal trainer asks the healthcare provider for more information? a. HIPAA permission form b. Medical release c. Lifestyle and health-history form d. Informed consent
HIPAA permission form
7.During the concentric portion of a seated leg extension, which muscle group is performing as the antagonist? a. Hamstrings b. Quadriceps c. Gluteals d. Iliopsoas
Hamstrings
21. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer begins working with a new client who has obesity and is apprehensive about beginning an exercise program. Which of the following approaches would be MOST effective in helping the client achieve early success in this first session? a. Assess the client's body composition using skinfold measurements to record the client's baseline body-fat percentage b. Have the client perform exercises that provide the trainer with basic feedback about the client's current movement abilities and fitness c. Conduct the push-up and body-weight squat tests to determine upper- and lowerbody strength to inform exercise program design d. Administer the Rockport Fitness Walking Test to determine the client's cardiovascular fitness
Have the client perform exercises that provide the trainer with basic feedback about the client's current movement abilities and fitness
7. A client appears to have twisted his ankle and fallen to the floor while performing an exercise on a balance-training device. Which of the following should be the FIRST course of action? a. Get another person to help move the client to a nearby chair b. Have the client remain on the floor, elevate the ankle, and apply ice c. Call emergency medical services immediately d. Help the client up and see if he can apply weight on the foot
Have the client remain on the floor, elevate the ankle, and apply ice
12. During a treadmill workout, a client with peripheral arterial disease states that he is experiencing moderate pain. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action for the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to take? a. Have the client discontinue the exercise and resume after 24 hours b. Have the client switch to a different modality such as elliptical machine or indoor cycle c. Have the client reduce the intensity and encourage him to work through the pain d. Have the client sit down to rest and resume exercise when pain dissipates
Have the client sit down to rest and resume exercise when pain dissipates
16. Adhering to which of the following will help ACE Certified Personal Trainers to maintain the privacy of their clients? a. USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans b. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) c. USDHHS Physical Activity Guidelines d. World Health Organization recommendations
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
7. During an exercise session on a hot, humid day, a client begins to display headaches, nausea, and profuse sweating. Which of the following conditions is the client MOST likely experiencing? a. Heat stroke b. Heat cramps c. Heat exhaustion d. Hypothermia
Heat exhaustion
17. What is the PRIMARY purpose of having novice clients spend the majority of their time in Base Training? a. Help clients have positive exercise experiences b. Reduce the risk of injury c. Introduce clients to new exercise modalities d. Prevent blood pooling in the legs
Help clients have positive exercise experiences
7. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has been identified as being in the action stage. Which of the following would MOST likely enhance the client's success? a. Listen effectively to the client's concerns b. Provide educational information c. Help the client set up a mobile app to track physical activity d. Express empathy to the client
Help the client set up a mobile app to track physical activity
18. What is the primary focus of Movement Training? a. Establishing, or reestablishing, postural stability and kinetic chain mobility b. Loading movements through different planes of motion, angles, speeds, and combined movements c. Helping clients develop proper movement patterns without compromising postural or joint stability d. Improving muscular endurance, flexibility, core function, and dynamic and static balance
Helping clients develop proper movement patterns without compromising postural or joint stability
15. According to the 2002 National Cholesterol Education Program, how would a triglyceride level of 250 mg/dL be classified? a. Borderline high b. Very high c. High d. Normal
High
10. Which of the following is the MOST modifiable risk factor for stroke? a. Low blood pressure b. High blood pressure c. Type 2 diabetes d. Hypertension
High blood pressure
13. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is training a client who sits for extended periods lasting more than four hours. The client has expressed concern for her health because she recently read that high volumes of sitting is associated with higher mortality. Which of the following is RECOMMENDED to remove the excess risk of all-cause mortality that is associated with high volumes of sitting? a. Low volumes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity b. High volumes of low-to-moderate physical activity c. High volumes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity d. Low volumes of low-to-moderate physical activity
High volumes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity
11. When designing a warm-up for a program that will include weighted squats, which of the following exercise sequences would be MOST appropriate? a. High-knee march to lateral lunge b. Jumping jacks to straight-leg kicks c. Treadmill walking to wood chop d. Stationary biking to cable torso rotation
High-knee march to lateral lunge
6. When working with a client with coronary artery disease, when should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer delay or terminate the session? a. If the client reports an RPE above 13 b. If the client shows signs of lightheadedness c. If the client shows signs of sweating d. If the client reports he or she is breathing more heavily
If the client shows signs of lightheadedness
24. The ACE Certified Personal Trainer asks a client to think about how he will feel when he reaches his goal of being able to walk a mile in under 20 minutes. Which of the following BEST describes the source of self-efficacy being used? a. Imaginal experiences b. Emotional state c. Mood appraisal d. Vicarious experiences
Imaginal experiences
18. Which action by a personal trainer would be MOST appropriate when working with a client who has an exaggerated lordotic posture? a. Implementing a core conditioning program b. Diagnosing the cause of the posture c. Prescribing a rehabilitative exercise program for the low back d. Incorporating only machine-based exercises until the postural issue has improved
Implementing a core conditioning program
7. Which of the following is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? a. Implementing a core conditioning program to improve postural stability b. Helping a client to understand and implement a dietary plan c. Providing isolated massage to sore muscles as part of a structured warm-up d. Recommending mild anti-inflammatory medications to speed up recovery following high-intensity workouts
Implementing a core conditioning program to improve postural stability
3. Which of the following is among the health benefits associated with regular physical activity? a. Increased LDL cholesterol b. Lowered HDL cholesterol c. Lowered risk of type 1 diabetes d. Improved bone health
Improved bone health
20.A client has been working with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer for three months. The client has recently experienced a strength plateau with the chest press exercise. Based on the phenomenon of diminishing returns, which exercise would be MOST appropriate to include in the next micro cycle? a. Power clean b. Incline chest press c. Deadlift d. Seated overhead press
Incline chest press
1. Which of the following is MOST appropriate for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to include in the initial training session with a new client? a. Conduct a fitness assessment that includes cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness, flexibility, and body composition before starting the exercise program b. Include only the assessments with a focus on mobility and stability appropriate for the client's current physical-activity level and health history c. Educate the client on the importance of fitness assessments and require muscular strength and endurance assessments before the first workout d. Insist that the client perform one-repetition maximum tests for squat and bench press so the personal trainer can design an appropriate exercise program
Include only the assessments with a focus on mobility and stability appropriate for the client's current physical-activity level and health history
12. Which of the following would BEST motivate a client for long-term program adherence? a. Telling the client what other successful clients have done b. Focusing on product goals so everything is objectively measured for accountability c. Including process goals like completing an exercise workout, in addition to performance goals d. Focusing on macro-goals in order for the client to have long-term targets
Including process goals like completing an exercise workout, in addition to performance goals
17. A client returns to personal-training sessions after a four-week lapse in exercise due to a busy travel schedule and a bout with the flu. At the session, she is unable to achieve and maintain a neutral spine during push-ups, body-weight squats, and standing rows with resistance tubing. What would be the MOST appropriate step for the personal trainer to take to help her have success in restarting her exercise program? a. Incorporate more functional training exercises to help her regain core strength and postural stability b. Incorporate more movement training exercises to help her regain good movement patterns c. Modify the exercises to have her perform more repetitions with reduced resistance d. Modify the exercises to have her perform fewer repetions
Incorporate more functional training exercises to help her regain core strength and postural stability
20. What is the PRIMARY purpose of Fitness Training? a. Increase cardiorespiratory efficiency b. Help clients have positive exercise experiences c. Meet endurance-performance goals d. Increase program adherence
Increase cardiorespiratory efficiency
10. During a graded exercise treadmill test, a client can recite the requested passage with ease. Which is the RECOMMENDED response from the ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. Increase the workload by a 1% grade b. Increase the workload by a 5% grade c. Decrease the workload by a 1% grade d. Decrease the workload by a 5% grade
Increase the workload by a 1% grade
11. A high intake of saturated fat is MOST associated with which of the following? a. Decreased high-density lipoprotein b. Increased low-density lipoprotein c. Increased triglycerides d. Decreased total lipoprotein
Increased low-density lipoprotein
1. Which of the following is among the reasons why the role of personal trainers is changing? a. Decreasing number of personal trainers working in the field b. Increasing number of adults and children who have overweight or obesity c. Increasing number of athletes seeking strength and conditioning coaching d. Decreasing number of fitness facilities that employ personal trainers
Increasing number of adults and children who have overweight or obesity
23. Which of the following is WITHIN the scope of practice for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. Recommending that a client increase caloric intake of a particular food b. Providing a client with a sample food log of what the trainer eats c. Recommending a specific shoe brand in response to a client's request d. Informing a client that a certain food contains a high amount of a specific vitamin
Informing a client that a certain food contains a high amount of a specific vitamin
18. According to the health belief model, which of the following refers to people's perceptions of how likely they are to develop an illness? a. Perceived benefits b. Perceived barriers c. Perceived susceptibility d. Perceived seriousness
Perceived susceptibility
14. Before beginning an assessment with a client post-injury, which of the following would be MOST important? a. Informing the client that he or she should only move within a pain-free range of motion b. Explaining to the client that he or she will be asked about his or her pain level throughout the session c. Suggesting that the client push through some of the exercises so he or she can progress d. Explaining that the assessment will allow him or her to determine realistic goals related to the injury
Informing the client that he or she should only move within a pain-free range of motion
20. A personal trainer is incorporating a newly purchased exercise machine into a client's exercise program. Which of the following should be the trainer's FIRST action when introducing the new exercise? a. Inspect the machine for proper assembly and any visible defects in operation b. Tell the client about the benefits of this exercise c. Demonstrate the exercise for the client d. Ask the client his or her desired starting intensity
Inspect the machine for proper assembly and any visible defects in operation
6. A grade III ligament sprain would exhibit which of the following? a. Instability b. Moderate swelling c. Decreased range of motion d. Minimal tenderness
Instability
13. When increased too much or too soon, which of the following factors MOST increases the risk of potential musculoskeletal injury in a client with overweight or obesity? a. Frequency b. Intensity c. Time d. Volume
Intensity
13. During which of the following stages would an ACE Certified Personal Trainer learn not only about a client's current health and fitness, but also about a client's exercise likes and dislikes? a. Investigation b. Action c. Planning d. Rapport
Investigation
2. Active listening is MOST critical during which stage of the client-trainer relationship? a. Action b. Planning c. Investigation d. Rapport
Investigation
14. Which of the following types of exercise would be CONTRAINDICATED for a client with overweight or obesity? a. Walking b. Jumping c. Recumbent cycling d. Water exercise
Jumping
13. Which of the following is the BEST example of a client using stimulus control to when adopting a new behavior? a. Keeping a bag with workout gear in the car b. Planning a daily walking lunch break c. Requesting a consistent work schedule on training days d. Finding online workouts to supplement training sessions
Keeping a bag with workout gear in the car
13.Which of the following joints is PRIMARILY used for stability? a. Ankle b. Glenohumeral c. Hip d. Knee
Knee
18.During a one-repetition maximum (1-RM) squat assessment, which of the following is the MOST appropriate range of motion for an apparently healthy adult? a. Knees bent 120 degrees b. Knees bent slightly more than 90 degrees c. Knees bent slightly less than 45 degrees d. Knees stopping at 65 degrees
Knees bent slightly more than 90 degrees
12.A client is experiencing a "collapsing" of the low back during a shoulder push stabilization screen. Which of the following is MOST likely causing the compensation? a. Shortening of the lumbar spine b. Overactivation of the gluteals c. Lack of abdominal strength d. Tightness in the latissimus dorsi
Lack of abdominal strength
1. Which of the following factors contributes to physical inactivity for children in high crime areas? a. Lack of access to safe neighborhoods b. Lack of education regarding physical activity c. Lack of recreational activities d. Lack of family support structure
Lack of access to safe neighborhoods
3. Which of the following is a correctable factor for a client whose assessment identifies muscular imbalances and postural deviations? a. Structural deviation b. Congenital condition c. Joint trauma from injury d. Lack of joint stability
Lack of joint stability
14. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which of the following is a key risk factor for chronic disease? a. Increased risk of falls b. Lack of physical activity c. Moderate alcohol use d. Prior habit of tobacco use
Lack of physical activity
5. During a training session, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer excuses herself from the session to take a personal phone call. Which of the following is being communicated to the client? a. Anxiety b. Boredom c. Lack of professionalism d. Defiance
Lack of professionalism
24. For a client returning to training after an ankle sprain, which of the following exercises should be used with caution? a. Ankle circles b. Calf raises c. Lateral shuffles d. Reverse lunge
Lateral shuffles
2. During a static postural assessment, a client displays an excessive kyphotic posture. Which of the following muscles are MOST likely shortened? a. Latissimus dorsi b. Upper-back extensors c. Scapular stabilizers d. Neck flexors
Latissimus dorsi
3. Which of the following BEST describes how an ACE Certified Personal Trainer can develop cultural competence when working with a client from a different background? a. Learn about the client's lifestyle and culture b. Ignore any cultural differences c. Discuss any cultural differences with the client d. Ask the client about their cultural differences
Learn about the client's lifestyle and culture
17.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with an intermediate client looking to improve speed and agility. What is the MOST appropriate duration and what energy system is being used during the drill? a. <10 seconds; glycolytic system b. Less than 10 seconds; phosphagen system c. 15 to 30 seconds; glycolytic system d. >60 seconds; glycolytic and phosphagen systems
Less than 10 seconds; phosphagen system
15. Which of the following factors would be MOST likely to cause an individual to regress on the function-health-fitness-performance Continuum? a. Lifecycle b. Environmental c. Lifestyle d. Monetary
Lifestyle
8. Which of the following forms collects more detailed medical and health information beyond the preparticipation health screening? a. Lifestyle and health-history questionnaire b. Informed consent c. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) d. Medical release
Lifestyle and health-history questionnaire
22.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who would like to complete a circuit style resistance-training workout two times per week. Which of the following exercise sequences is MOST appropriate for the client? a. Seated chest press, triceps dip, linear leg press, seated lat pull-down b. Triceps dip, seated lat pull-down, seated chest press, linear leg press c. Linear leg press, seated chest press, seated lat pull-down, triceps dip d. Seated lat pull-down, seated chest press, triceps dip, linear leg press
Linear leg press, seated chest press, seated lat pull-down, triceps dip
20. What is the BEST way for a personal trainer to respond when a client is explaining that he or she is feeling depressed due to problems at home? a. Listen with empathy b. Refer the client to a psychiatrist c. Offer strategies for improved family support d. Explain the positive effects of exercise on depression
Listen with empathy
12. In which Muscular Training phase of the ACE IFT Model would drills to build agility and power be incorporated? a. Load/Speed Training b. Base Training c. Functional Training d. Movement Training
Load/Speed Training
6.Which of the following will MOST likely be a result of an anterior pelvic tilt? a. Lordosis b. Kyphosis c. Scoliosis d. Osteoporosis
Lordosis
14.Adults who do not perform muscular training will typically see which of the following muscular tissue responses as they age? a. Loss of 5 lb (2.3 kg) per decade b. Gain of 5 lb (2.3 kg) per decade c. Loss of 10 lb (4.5 kg) per decade d. Gain of 10 lb (4.5 kg) per decade
Loss of 5 lb (2.3 kg) per decade
22. A personal trainer has been training a client outdoors three times per week in weather that typically has a temperature of 75° F (24° C). However, today the air temperature is 95° F (35° C). Which action would be MOST appropriate for the personal trainer to take? a. Lower the exercise intensity and monitor intensity utilizing a rating of perceived exertion (RPE) b. Cancel the training session and instruct the client to do an at-home workout c. Relocate the training session inside and increase the intensity by 5% d. Instruct the client to wear dark clothing and bring extra water to stay hydrated
Lower the exercise intensity and monitor intensity utilizing a rating of perceived exertion (RPE)
15. Which of the following exercises is MOST appropriate to include in a program for a client who is pregnant? a. Push-ups b. Planks c. Lunges d. Curl-ups
Lunges
19. A client has recently lost a significant amount of weight and is looking for recommendations for maintaining the weight loss. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate recommendation? a. Continue to work with a personal trainer b. Participate in group fitness classes 2 to 3 times per week c. Remove any high-calorie, high-fat foods from the home d. Maintain a food diary, record exercise activity, and monitor weight
Maintain a food diary, record exercise activity, and monitor weight
21. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a long-term client who is in the maintenance stage of change. Which of the following goals would be BEST for this client? a. Maintain interest and reduce risk for boredom b. Co-create an action plan using positive feedback c. Explore options for exercise adherence d. Establish new behaviors to improve compliance
Maintain interest and reduce risk for boredom
2. Which of the following describes a way an ACE Certified Personal Trainer can have a positive impact on a child's perception of exercise? a. Query parents on exercise program design b. Increase the number of muscular-training exercises c. Make the activities fun d. Create a very structured atmosphere
Make the activities fun
4. Which of the following is the BEST example of a process goal? a. Making it to the fitness facility three times a week b. Increasing lean body mass by 5% c. Losing 4 pounds in a month d. Achieving 10% weight loss in six weeks
Making it to the fitness facility three times a week
18. Which document includes a client's medical information and explains physical-activity limitations and/or guidelines as outlined by his or her healthcare provider? a. Medical release b. Lifestyle and health-history questionnaire c. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) d. Agreement to participate
Medical release
17. Which of the following techniques is MOST appropriate to facilitate a good first meeting between a client and an ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. Introducing the new client to some of your successful clients b. Meeting in the workout area so the client can experience the training environment c. Introducing the client to other personal trainers who are training nearby d. Meeting in an environment that is clean, organized, and private
Meeting in an environment that is clean, organized, and private
23. Which of the following is the best time of the day for a client with asthma to exercise? a. Mid to late morning b. Early morning c. Late afternoon d. Early evening
Mid to late morning
13. Which of the following MOST accurately states the heart rate and blood pressure responses for a client who is taking a bronchodilator for asthma? a. Increases heart rate and decreases blood pressure during exercise b. Decreases heart rate at rest and has minimal effect on blood pressure at rest c. Minimal effect on resting and exercise heart rate and blood pressure d. Minimal effect on exercise heart rate and increases blood pressure at rest
Minimal effect on resting and exercise heart rate and blood pressure
9.Which of the following exercises BEST demonstrates isometric action? a. Deadlift b. Push-up c. Modified V-sit d. Body-weight squats
Modified V-sit
12. A new client states that he is not interested in a muscular-training program due to a fear of intense muscle soreness. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer creates a muscular-training program at a low intensity to avoid muscle soreness. Which of the following BEST describes the type of operant conditioning used by the trainer? a. Negative reinforcement b. Extinction c. Punishment d. Positive reinforcement
Negative reinforcement
21.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is designing an exercise program for an advanced client looking to perform high-volume/high-intensity muscular training and who wants to exercise on most days of the week. Which of the following exercise designs is MOST appropriate for this client? a. Monday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Tuesday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Wednesday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Thursday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Friday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Saturday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Sunday: Rest b. Monday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Tuesday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Wednesday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Thursday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Friday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Saturday: Rest Sunday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk c. Monday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Tuesday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Wednesday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Thursday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Friday: Rest Saturday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Sunday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk d. Monday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Tuesday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Wednesday: Rest Thursday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Friday: Rest Saturday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Sunday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk
Monday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Tuesday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Wednesday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Thursday: Pushing movements for chest, shoulders, and triceps Friday: Pulling movements for back, biceps, and trunk Saturday: Bend-and-lift movements for legs Sunday: Rest
21. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer discovers that a piece of equipment in the gym is inoperable and presents a high risk of injury. What is the trainer's BEST course of action? a. Enter a work order request and continue training clients on other equipment b. Place an "Out of Order" sign on the equipment c. Move the equipment from the gym floor to a secured maintenance area d. Text the general manager to inform him or her of the problem
Move the equipment from the gym floor to a secured maintenance area
15.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client whose goal is to improve performance. The client is successfully training with multiple linear jumps and is ready to increase the intensity. Which exercise progressions would be MOST appropriate? a. Depth jumps b. Hops and bounds c. Single linear jumps d. Multidirectional jumps
Multidirectional jumps
21.Which of the following is being assessed when submaximal assessments exceed 10 repetitions? a. Power b. Muscular strength c. Agility d. Muscular endurance
Muscular endurance
23.A new client provided a sample of a previous workout that included 3 sets of 5 repetitions with a weight load of 90% of one-repetition maximum (1-RM) and a rest interval of 2-5 minutes. This sample exercise plan is MOST likely to indicate the client had which of the following training goals? a. Muscular strength b. Muscular hypertrophy c. Muscular endurance d. Power
Muscular strength
3. Which of the following activities provides one of the MOST effective ways an ACE Certified Personal Trainer can help a child improve his or her cardiovascular-risk profile? a. Competitive sports training b. Cardiovascular training c. Muscular training d. Strenuous physical activity
Muscular training
15.Which of the following would be MOST beneficial for a client looking to increase his or her resting metabolic rate (RMR)? a. Cardiorespiratory interval training 2-4 days per week b. Muscular training 2-3 days per week c. Steady-state cardiorespiratory training 5-7 days per week d. Flexibility training 4-5 days per week
Muscular training 2-3 days per week
14. Product packaging that describes a product as "healthy" is using which type of claim? a. Nutrient content claim b. Health claims c. Structure/function claim d. Supplemental claim
Nutrient content claim
9. In which section of a SOAP note would it be MOST appropriate to document a client's height, weight, body composition, blood pressure, and anthropometric measurements? a. Assessment b. Objective c. Subjective d. Plan
Objective
8. When working with clients who have been referred by their physicians for exercise programming, which of the following steps would be MOST important for the personal trainer to take? a. Provide the physician with an update on the client's first session and planned exercise program b. Call the referring physician to thank him or her for the referral and promise to refer clients with medical needs in return c. Obtain written permission from the client prior to communicating with the referring physician d. Ask the client if the personal trainer can contact the referring physician
Obtain written permission from the client prior to communicating with the referring physician
10. During an initial meeting, a personal trainer and a potential client agree on the days and times they will meet for their first 10 exercise sessions together. This negotiation BEST describes which element of a binding contract? a. Consideration b. Offer and acceptance c. Legality d. Ability of parties
Offer and acceptance
10. A client states that although she values physical activity, she will need to terminate training due to a lack of time. Which of the following suggestions would be BEST for the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to offer? a. Offer more time-efficient training sessions like reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training b. Offer a break from training and an incentive discount to return to training c. Offer a home workout plan the client should complete in lieu of training d. Offer less frequent sessions with increased duration to accommodate time restrictions
Offer more time-efficient training sessions like reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training
21. Which of the following OARS skills is being used when an ACE Certified Personal Trainer states, "Your intention to exercise 5 days this week was good, even though you were only able to make it to the gym 3 days"? a. Asking open-ended questions b. Listening reflectively c. Offering affirmations d. Summarizing statements
Offering affirmations
6. Which of the following would be OUTSIDE the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? a. Discussing proper techniques and appropriate uses for dynamic stretching b. Leading a client through exercises to improve shoulder stability c. Offering solutions to a client who exhibits signs of depression that impact exercise adherence d. Teaching a client techniques for self-myofascial release
Offering solutions to a client who exhibits signs of depression that impact exercise adherence
5. In which population are grade III strains MOST common? a. Youth b. Teens c. Older adults d. Adults
Older adults
7. During a training session, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer asks the client to explain what benefits might be gained by increasing her exercise frequency from 2 days/week to 3 days/week. Which of the following BEST identifies the type of communication skill used by the trainer? a. Offering affirmation b. Summarizing c. Open-ended questioning d. Closed questioning
Open-ended questioning
23. A client is having difficulty executing a dynamic lunge on a box using parallel bars. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate regression? a. Static lunge b. Parallel bars - static lunge on a box c. Parallel bars - box - 1 hand touching a stable object d. Dynamic lunge
Parallel bars - static lunge on a box
18. Which of the following is an example of a trans fat? a. Partially hydrogenated oil b. Olive oil c. Lard d. Butter
Partially hydrogenated oil
15. Which of the following will MOST strongly influence a client's current self-efficacy levels? a. Past performance experiences b. Physiological state c. Positive feedback from others d. Mood state and emotional belief
Past performance experiences
10. Which of the following foods is included in both the protein and vegetable groups? a. Peas b. Hemp c. Quinoa d. Spinach
Peas
6.Which of the following muscles is considered the prime mover in a push-up? a. Pectoralis minor b. Pectoralis major c. Rhomboids d. Rectus abdominis
Pectoralis major
3. During physical activity, which of the following muscles assists the diaphragm and external intercostals with inspiration? a. Biceps brachii b. Deltoids c. Pectoralis minor d. Rhomboids
Pectoralis minor
16.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has a bench press repetition range of 12-15. The client had been consistently bench pressing 175 pounds (79 kg) for 12 repetitions, and can now complete 15 repetitions at the same weight. Utilizing the double progression training protocol, which of the following would be the MOST appropriate progression? a. Perform 12 repetitions of 195 pounds (88 kg) b. Perform 10 repetitions of 185 pounds (66 kg) c. Perform 12 repetitions of 185 pounds (66 kg) d. Perform 10 repetitions of 195 pounds (88 kg)
Perform 12 repetitions of 185 pounds (66 kg)
21. Anaerobic power is typically performed during which of the following stages of training? a. Base Training b. Fitness Training c. Performance Training d. Circuit Training
Performance Training
11. Which of the following mechanisms of goal-setting theory refers to the fact that a client's own personal motivations stimulate them to push through difficulties and achieve challenging goals? a. Persistence b. Directed attention c. Mobilized Theory d. Strategy
Persistence
9. Which of the following scenarios BEST describes an ACE Certified Personal Trainer working as an independent contractor? a. Personal-training services are not a core function of the health club's business operations b. The personal trainer typically only works for one employer c. The health club provides continuing education on a quarterly basis for personal trainers d. The personal trainer receives a salary plus commission from a health club
Personal-training services are not a core function of the health club's business operations
18. In which stage of the client-personal trainer relationship is it MOST important for ACE Certified Personal Trainers to listen to a client's responses to their ideas and suggestions and then elicit input from the client? a. Planning stage b. Rapport stage c. Investigation stage d. Action stage
Planning stage
9. During which stage of the client-personal trainer relationship is the ACE Certified Personal Trainer MOST likely to use a give-and-take communication strategy? a. Planning stage b. Action stage c. Rapport stage d. Investigation stage
Planning stage
10. Which of the following should be the focus of a training program performed early in a pregnancy? when designing a program for a pregnant woman? a. Upper-body strength b. Posterior leg and trunk strength c. Low-back discomfort d. Body-weight exercises
Posterior leg and trunk strength
7. Starchy vegetables are highest in which nutrient? a. Potassium b. Fiber c. Vitamin K d. Vitamin A
Potassium
8.Fast-twitch muscle fibers are PRIMARILY recruited during which of the following exercises? a. Body-weight squats b. Power clean c. Leg curls d. Push-ups
Power clean
2. During a recent phone conversation with a potential new client who is physically inactive, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer learns that he is only interested in learning about an exercise program because his physician said it was imperative to improve his health. Which of the following BEST identifies this client's stage of change? a. Contemplation b. Precontemplation c. Action d. Preparation
Precontemplation
1. Which of the following is required for all new participants, regardless of age, upon entering a facility that offers exercise equipment or services? a. Preparticipation health screening b. Lifestyle and health-history questionnaire c. Physical activity readiness questionnaire d. Medical release
Preparticipation health screening
25.Which of the following is the MOST appropriate recommendation for a client performing Functional Training? a. Include exercises for all five primary movement patterns in varied planes of motion b. Progress exercise volume and challenge as function improves c. Integrate functional training to improve postural stability and kinetic chain mobility d. Apply external loads to create increased force production to meet desired goals
Progress exercise volume and challenge as function improves
15. Which of the following is expected by researchers Dunstan, Thorp, and Healy to one day join the list of common modifiable risk factors that can lead to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs)? a. Prolonged sitting/sedentary behaviors b. Caffeine consumption c. Limited vigorous-intensity exercise d. Moderate alcohol use
Prolonged sitting/sedentary behaviors
24. When a client is on a beta blocker, what would be the BEST way to determine the appropriate intensity of exercise? a. Rating of perceived exertion b. Talk test c. Maximal heart rate formula d. Karvonen formula
Rating of perceived exertion
24.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is facilitating a stretching session with a client. The client performs a passive 10-second pre-stretch, then pushes against the force provided by the personal trainer. Which of the following BEST identifies this type of stretching? a. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation b. Myofascial release c. Ballistic d. Dynamic
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation
23. Which of the following is the BEST way for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to provide feedback to a client after performing a specific motor skill? a. Provide reinforcement on what was done well b. Correct all the errors at once c. Share information on how to perform better next time d. Ask the client to repeat the movement
Provide reinforcement on what was done well
6. Which of the following is one of the four elements that MUST be established to substantiate a charge of negligence in court? a. Arraignment b. Contract c. Fraudulent transfer d. Proximate causation
Proximate causation
25. Which of the following healthcare professionals has a scope of practice that specifically includes counseling and the prescription of medication? a. Health coach b. Psychiatrist c. Licensed professional counselor d. Psychologist
Psychiatrist
11.During a squat pattern assessment, the ACE Certified Personal Trainer observes the client is driving the knees forward during the descent of the squat. Which of the following is MOST likely causing this compensation? a. Quadriceps dominance b. Glute dominance c. Hamstring dominance d. Lumbar dominance
Quadriceps dominance
6. During a training session, a client begins talking about intimate personal issues and problems at home. Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate for the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to take? a. Redirect the conversation b. Offer advice to the client c. Listen and sympathize d. Provide some solutions to the problem
Redirect the conversation
22.Which of the following is a benefit to the client for participating in small-group training? a. Increased individual attention b. Reduced cost per session c. Increased heterogeneous grouping d. Reduced recovery time
Reduced cost per session
18. Which of the following BEST describes the result of muscle mass decline in older clients? a. Reduced muscular strength b. Increased muscular strength c. Increased neuromotor control d. Decreased neuromotor control
Reduced muscular strength
5. Which of the following risk-management approaches involves modifying the risk by removing part of the activity? a. Retention b. Avoidance c. Reduction d. Transfer
Reduction
1. A client asks an ACE certified Personal Trainer to give her an eating plan designed after a diet she found on the internet. What would be the MOST appropriate action for the personal trainer? a. Refer the client to a registered dietitian or other qualified healthcare professional b. Proceed to give recommendations on the eating plan requested c. Write a detailed eating plan based on a personally preferred diets d. Explain to the client that it is not safe to follow just any diet plan
Refer the client to a registered dietitian or other qualified healthcare professional
8. During a training session with a new client, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer states, "You're worried that it is too difficult to lose weight." Which of the following BEST identifies the type of communication skill used by the trainer? a. Reflective listening b. Summarizing c. Closed statement d. Offering affirmation
Reflective listening
2. When the body has a soft-tissue injury, during which phase does the body regenerate tissue? a. Inflammation b. Remodeling c. Repair d. Maturation
Repair
4. During which stage of healing should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer suggest gentle, pain free movement? a. Inflammation b. Remodeling c. Proliferation d. Repair
Repair
8. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer provides personal-training services in a client's home. To create an enjoyable exercise experience, the personal trainer would like to use music during training sessions. Which of the following options would BEST protect the trainer from music copyright violations? a. Download and purchase the music from an appropriate source b. Travel with a portable stereo and play music from the local radio station c. Request that the client provides his or her own music d. No action is needed since the training session is taking place in the client's home
Request that the client provides his or her own music
11. A new client discloses that he is taking a medication that he believes could have an effect on exercise. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action an ACE Certified Personal Trainer could take? a. Require clearance for physical activity from a qualified healthcare provider b. Consult the client to determine the effects the medication is having on physical activity c. Refer to a medical reference like the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR) d. Research the medication online
Require clearance for physical activity from a qualified healthcare provider
1.Evidence-based practice is a multifaceted approach to exercise programming, including the client, personal trainer expertise and experience, and which of the following? a. Research findings b. Fitness assessment results c. Double-progressive exercise programming d. SMART goals
Research findings
5. Which of the following resources would be MOST appropriate for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to utilize when providing dietary advice to clients? a. Resources developed or endorsed by the Federal Government (e.g., www.ChooseMyPlate.gov) b. Industry resources for personal trainers (e.g., Myfitnesspal.com) c. Textbooks on nutrition and weight loss from national publishers d. Published articles from health and nutrition magazines and websites
Resources developed or endorsed by the Federal Government (e.g., www.ChooseMyPlate.gov)
19.Which of the following training principles refers to loss of muscle strength due to termination of a regular muscular-training program? a. Reversibility b. Overload c. Overtraining d. Atrophy
Reversibility
22. Research on the effectiveness of the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model showed that participants in the ACE IFT Model Training group had significantly greater beneficial changes when compared to the standardized training group in which of the following variables? a. Right and left leg stork-stand performance b. Bend-and-lift movements c. LDL cholesterol d. Second ventilatory threshold (VT2)
Right and left leg stork-stand performance
2. Which of the following could cause a barrier to exercise if included in the exercise preparticipation health-screening process for a client? a. Desired exercise intensity b. Risk-factor profiling or classification c. Current level of physical activity d. Time commitment
Risk-factor profiling or classification
4. Personal trainers working with clients with known cardiovascular disease in clinical settings, such as cardiac rehabilitation and medical fitness facilities, should use which of the following screening tools? a. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) b. Electronic Physical Activity Readiness Medical Examination (ePARmed-X+) c. Risk-stratification criteria from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation d. Preparticipation health-screening algorithm
Risk-stratification criteria from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
10.Which of the following exercises is MOST appropriate to include in a program for a client wishing to improve core stabilization? a. Rocking quadruped b. Single-leg body-weight squat with core activation c. Bend and lift squat with core activation d. Glute bridge
Rocking quadruped
6. Which of the following activities would an ACE Certified Personal Trainer use for muscle strengthening with school-aged children? a. Rope or tree climbing b. Weight machines c. Resistance exercise using hand-held weights d. Gymnastics
Rope or tree climbing
25. Which of the following activities would likely be CONTRAINDICATED with a client in the early stages of osteoarthritis? a. Running b. Bicycling c. Water aerobics d. Elliptical
Running
5. For adolescents, which vigorous-intensity activity should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer introduce for bone strengthening? a. Game of tag b. Running c. Skipping d. Game of following the leader
Running
2.Which of the following is considered a step in the formal process to determine evidence-based practice? a. Scrutinizing the quality of research evidence b. Surveying practitioner opinions c. Publishing an article in a peer-review research journal d. Conducting a research study of a variety of clients
Scrutinizing the quality of research evidence
10. Which of the following is the MOST important factor for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to consider when designing an initial exercise program for a client with overweight or obesity? a. Selecting exercises that the client will enjoy b. Creating a program that will yield a 10% weight loss in the first 6 months c. Collaborating with a registered dietician to include a proper nutrition plan d. Establishing a social support system
Selecting exercises that the client will enjoy
2. Which of the following is MOST likely to be considered a characteristic of an independent contractor? a. Receives regularly scheduled payments b. Access to equipment provided by the employer c. Serves multiple corporate clients or entities d. Works a set schedule
Serves multiple corporate clients or entities
5. In which of the following situations should a client be referred to a qualified healthcare professional for a medical clearance? a. Shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion b. Increased systolic blood pressure during exercise c. Muscle soreness lasting 72 hours d. Increased resting heart rate for days
Shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion
19. Which of the following BEST demonstrates an ACE Certified Personal Trainer using visual information to illustrate exercise concepts? a. Allowing the client to listen to a podcast on safety tips from the leg extension machine manufacturer b. Showing the client the exercise pictures on the leg extension machine so he or she can see the proper body positions c. Telling the client how to properly adjust his or her body positions when using the leg extension machine d. Allowing the client to try out the leg extension machine without any resistance to get a feel for the movement
Showing the client the exercise pictures on the leg extension machine so he or she can see the proper body positions
18. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a program for a client with low-back pain, with a goal of targeting the lateral muscles of the torso in order to optimize stability. Which of the following exercises would be the BEST option to achieve this goal? a. Cat-cow b. Bird dog c. Side bridge d. Modified curl-up
Side bridge
22. What is the MOST appropriate exercise for a client recovering from an ankle sprain? a. Banded side step b. Calf raises on a half foam roller c. Single-leg exercises d. Jumping on a mini-trampoline
Single-leg exercises
19. Which of the following is one of the five primary movement patterns that are the focus of Movement Training? a. Single-leg movements b. Triplanar movements c. Jumping movements d. Diagonal movements
Single-leg movements
21.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has no previous balance training experience. Which of the following exercises is MOST appropriate for the client to complete? a. Sitting in a chair and extending one leg b. Standing upright and lifting one knee to the chest c. Standing on a foam pad and closing one eye d. Sitting on a stability ball and touching fingertip to nose
Sitting in a chair and extending one leg
5.Which of the following types of muscle is considered voluntary? a. Smooth b. Cardiac c. Rigid d. Skeletal
Skeletal
4. For preschool-age children, which moderate-intensity activity should an ACE Certified Personal Trainer introduce for bone strengthening? a. Skipping b. Bicycle riding c. Yardwork d. Brisk walking
Skipping
9. Which of the following is an environmental factor that serves as a potential determinant for physical activity? a. Health status b. Knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs c. Social support d. Intensity
Social support
20. Which of the following is consistent with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' muscular-training guidelines for older adults? a. Five times per week b. Four times per week c. Three times per week d. Two times per week
Two times per week
17. Which type of stretching is MOST effective during the cool-down for a client post-injury? a. Static b. Dynamic c. Passive d. Isometric
Static
16. Which of the following types of flexibility exercise is MOST appropriate to include in a program for a woman who is pregnant? a. Static and dynamic stretching b. Passive and active stretching c. Active and ballistic stretching d. Ballistic and static stretching
Static and dynamic stretching
19. During a new client's static postural assessment, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer observes the feet pointing forward and the left iliac crest higher than the right. The client also mentions pain in the left hip. Which of the following would be the BEST activity to include in this client's program? a. Static stretching, for the left side, while working on ballistic range of motion on both sides b. Static stretching for the right side, while working on active range of motion on both sides c. Active stretching, focusing on the tensor fascia latae d. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), focusing on the biceps femoris
Static stretching for the right side, while working on active range of motion on both sides
11.A client who is working on achieving her fitness goals has been performing body-weight stationary lunges with good form and execution and is ready to advance this exercise. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate progression?? a. Walking lunges with dumbbells in hands b. Stationary lunges with dumbbells in hands c. Step-up lunges with medicine ball overhead d. Stationary lunges with plyometric bounding
Stationary lunges with dumbbells in hands
24. A client has been successfully performing a step-up with dumbbell press exercise and is ready to advance. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate progression? a. Step-up with press in multiple directions (3D) b. Step-up to a press c. Step to the side with dumbbells at shoulder height d. Step-up with dumbbells at sides
Step-up with press in multiple directions (3D)
15. Which of the following BEST describes the primary action of a bronchodilator? a. Stimulates the sympathetic nervous system b. Deactivates the autonomic nervous system c. Deactivates the sympathetic nervous system d. Stimulates the autonomic nervous system
Stimulates the sympathetic nervous system
11. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer has designed a walking program for a client with peripheral arterial disease. Which of the following is likely to occur during the initial 2 to 6 minutes of walking? a. Stimulation of claudication pain b. Decrease in arterial blood flow c. Elimination of claudication pain d. Increase in angina response
Stimulation of claudication pain
11. Which of the following training programs is MOST effective in providing additional stabilization to a woman who is pregnant? a. Strength and stability program b. Cardiovascular and strength program c. Stretching and stability program d. Yoga and strength program
Strength and stability program
18. Which of the following is a PRIMARY goal of an exercise program for a client with rheumatoid arthritis? a. Increase range of motion around the joints b. Strengthen the muscles around affected joints c. Increase cardiovascular capacity d. Maintain interest in exercising
Strengthen the muscles around affected joints
10. Symptoms of bone cancer are similar to which of the following conditions? a. Stress fracture b. Shin splints c. Fasciitis d. Tendinitis
Stress fracture
2. In which section of a SOAP note would it be MOST appropriate to document a client's reporting of his or her own fitness levels as well as your notes regarding how the client feels about the exercise program? a. Objective b. Assessment c. Plan d. Subjective
Subjective
24. Which of the following aerobic activities would be MOST appropriate for an older client who has recently complained about minor knee discomfort? a. Swimming b. Light jogging c. Stair climbing d. Brisk walking
Swimming
6. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is training a client who works in a sedentary environment and participates in structured exercise programs two days per week. Which of the following is the BEST recommendation for the client to implement non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) throughout the day? a. Participate in a 30-minute cycling class in the office fitness center 2 additional days per week b. Take a 5-minute walking break through the office building every 30-60 minutes c. Prepare healthy snacks in advance to remain alert throughout the day d. Join a local running club and participate in weekly training sessions
Take a 5-minute walking break through the office building every 30-60 minutes
9. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is designing an exercise program for a client with obesity. Which type of cardiorespiratory exercise would be the BEST option? a. Participating in a cardio kickboxing workout at home b. Attending an indoor cycling class c. Taking a brisk walk d. Joining a high-intensity interval training workout
Taking a brisk walk
7. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate cardiorespiratory assessment to determine intensity levels for a deconditioned client? a. Talk test b. Submaximal cycle ergometer test c. Physician-supervised VO2max test d. Rockport walking test
Talk test
21. What is the MOST appropriate solution for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to provide to a client who has tight iliotibial (IT) bands? a. Prescribe a series of ballistic stretches b. Teach the client self-myofascial release techniques c. Teach the client to perform self-deep tissue massage d. Refer the client to a physical therapist
Teach the client self-myofascial release techniques
24. Which of the following BEST defines exercise-induced bronchoconstriction? a. Temporary narrowing of the airways following moderate to vigorous exercise b. Permanent narrowing of the airways following moderate to vigorous exercise c. Temporary narrowing of the airways following very light to light exercise d. Permanent narrowing of the airways following very light to light exercise
Temporary narrowing of the airways following moderate to vigorous exercise
2. Which of the following BEST defines an Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)? a. The level of intake of a nutrient that is adequate to meet the known needs of practically all healthy persons b. Recommended nutrient intake level that appears to be sufficient for good health c. The adequate intake in 50% of an age- and sex-specific group d. The maximal intake that is unlikely to pose a risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in an age- and sex-specific group
The adequate intake in 50% of an age- and sex-specific group
1. During a client's preparticipation health screening, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer learns that the client has some existing medical conditions. Who is MOST appropriate to provide approval before beginning an exercise program? a. The client b. The client's healthcare professional c. The personal trainer d. The fitness facility manager
The client's healthcare professional
23. When improving foot and ankle function, which of the following exercises should be performed FIRST? a. Toe-heel walks b. Side lunge c. Squat to calf raise d. Deadlift
Toe-heel walks
4. An ACE Certified Personal Trainer agrees to transport a client to his or her scheduled training session. While en route, they are involved in an accident, and the client sustains minor injuries. Which of the following precautions would MOST likely protect the personal trainer from legal ramifications? a. The personal trainer has appropriate auto insurance that includes coverage for business purposes b. The personal trainer required the client to wear a seatbelt while in the car c. The personal trainer is determined by the courts to be not at fault for the cause of the accident d. The personal trainer asked the client to sign a waiver addendum regarding the transportation
The personal trainer has appropriate auto insurance that includes coverage for business purposes
4. Which of the following BEST describes what is at the heart of a client-centered approach to personal training? a. The personal trainer has specialized skills that help the client overcome barriers to achieve fitness and performance goals b. The personal trainer sets personalized goals and associated programming for the clients c. The personal trainer is focused on the client, helping the client achieve his or her goals for health, fitness, and improved quality of life d. The personal trainer is very knowledgeable, providing education to help the client reach his or her unique goals
The personal trainer is focused on the client, helping the client achieve his or her goals for health, fitness, and improved quality of life
15. Which of the following defines the statute of limitations? a. A client played a vital role in the cause of an injury b. The time allotted for one to sue for damages c. The personal trainer failed to uphold the standard of care d. Set standards on how and where client information is stored
The time allotted for one to sue for damages
1. How long does the acute inflammatory phase last after an injury? a. Three to four days b. One to two days c. Five to seven days d. Eight to 10 days
Three to four days
9. Which of the following is an important factor to consider with dose-related medications and the response to exercise? a. Size of the dose b. Timing of the medication c. Side effects d. Generic or brand name
Timing of the medication
3. What is the PRIMARY purpose of an informed consent form? a. To waive the personal trainer of all liability for any injuries incurred by the client b. To establish an agreement that the trainer will not work at any other facilities in a given radius c. To communicate the potential benefits and risks of participating in the exercise program or exercise-testing procedures d. To gain consent to use client progress photos online for marketing purposes
To communicate the potential benefits and risks of participating in the exercise program or exercise-testing procedures
4. What is the goal of a dietary intervention to decrease weight? a. To reduce caloric intake to meet needs of daily caloric expenditure b. To create a balanced diet and introduce physical activity c. To choose nutrient-dense food to reduce calories d. To create a caloric deficit so that fewer calories are consumed than are expended
To create a caloric deficit so that fewer calories are consumed than are expended
4. What is a primary reason ACE Certified Personal Trainers should complete continuing education? a. To fulfill all requirements for certification program renewal b. To offer services outside the personal trainer scope of practice c. To ensure that they stay up to date with the latest exercise science research d. To elevate the status of their personal trainer certification
To ensure that they stay up to date with the latest exercise
9.Which of the following identifies the PRIMARY purpose of the Thomas test? a. To evaluate the length of the muscles involved in hip flexion b. To evaluate the length of the muscles involved in hip extension c. To evaluate the length of the muscles involved with trunk flexion d. To evaluate the length of the muscles involved with trunk extension
To evaluate the length of the muscles involved in hip flexion
11. What is the primary purpose of the ACE Personal Trainer Certification program? a. To enhance the earning potential of personal trainers b. To protect the public from harm c. To protect personal trainers from lawsuits d. To enhance the value of personal trainers
To protect the public from harm
25. Which of the following falls within the scope of practice for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer? a. To create individualized meal plans b. To prescribe a diet c. To suggest supplements d. To recommend healthy foods
To recommend healthy foods
17. What is the MOST effective approach for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to take when using the decisional balance technique? a. Use a decisional balance worksheet in conjunction with communication and observation skills b. Use a decisional balance worksheet after a behavioral contract is signed c. Use a decisional balance worksheet in conjunction with a detailed behavior contract d. Use a decisional balance worksheet initially and follow up using an importance ruler
Use a decisional balance worksheet in conjunction with communication and observation skills
9.An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing an exercise program for a client who wishes to focus on Load/Speed Training. Which of the following is MOST appropriate for the trainer to include in the program design? a. Developing good movement patterns to avoid compromising postural or joint stability b. Using adequate resistance-training loads to help the client reach muscular strength, endurance, and hypertrophy goals c. Progressing exercise volume after function has improved d. Establishing postural stability and kinetic chain mobility
Using adequate resistance-training loads to help the client reach muscular strength, endurance, and hypertrophy goals
8. When designing an exercise program for youth, what is one of the MOST important components for the ACE Certified Personal Trainer to include? a. Using all three planes of motion b. Using the same equipment every session c. Using exercises that focus on muscular strength d. Using reduced cool- down segments
Using all three planes of motion
4. A new client with low-risk coronary artery disease wants to start a muscular-training program with an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Which of the following is the BEST initial program design? a. Using free weights (40-60% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups b. Using selectorized machines (40-60% of 1-RM), complete 2-3 sets of exercises for all major muscle groups c. Using free weights (65-80% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups d. Using selectorized machines (65-80% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups
Using free weights (40-60% of 1-RM), complete one set of exercises for all major muscle groups
11. Research on the effectiveness of the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model resulted in 100% of the individuals in the ACE IFT Model Training group experiencing positive improvements in which of the following parameters? a. Resting heart rate b. VO2max c. Training heart rate d. Diastolic blood pressure
VO2max
1. Which of the following delivers oxygen-poor blood back to the heart? a. Veins b. Arteries c. Capillaries d. Plasma
Veins
22.Which of the following assessments is used to measure anaerobic power? a. T-test b. 1-RM bench c. Vertical jump d. 1-RM squat
Vertical jump
16. A 47-year-old male client completes 17 push-ups during an assessment. Which category BEST identifies this total? a. Very good b. Excellent c. Good d. Fair
Very good
17. Which of the following nutrients is longer required on food labels? a. Vitamin D b. Iron c. Vitamin A d. Calcium
Vitamin A
21. What are the two MOST important nutrients for a client with osteoporosis? a. Vitamin C and calcium b. Calcium and vitamin B12 c. Vitamin D and calcium d. Vitamin D and vitamin C
Vitamin D and calcium
22. Which of the following is a recommended type of cardiorespiratory training for a client diagnosed with cancer? a. Elliptical trainer b. Rowing c. Jogging d. Walking
Walking
12. A client is participating in a walking program with the goal of achieving significant weight loss. Assuming the client is walking at 3 mph, which of the following is the MOST appropriate exercise duration and frequency needed for the client to achieve this goal? a. Walking 90 minutes, 3-5 days per week b. Walking 75 minutes, 5-7 days per week c. Walking 60 minutes, 7 days per week d. Walking 30 minutes, 7 days per week
Walking 60 minutes, 7 days per week
22. The ____________ portion of a workout session designed to enhance range of motion is increasingly important as people age due to overall decreased collagen content. a. Cardiovascular training b. Strength training c. Warm-up d. Cool-down
Warm-up
