NASM Virtual Coaching
Meal planning and nutrition therapy
Whether providing services in-person or virtually, a certified nutrition coach does not engage in what
Software
A Word processor, Excel, and video games are examples of what kind of computer component
Synchronous
A client who is struggling with staying on track and appears to need more daily communication during their phase of change could require what type of communication
Lifestyle
A client's nightly sleep is considered what type of data
Communicate the times in which they will be coaching to roommates, make arrangements to contain the dog during sessions, and consider investing in soundproofing materials
A fitness professional plans to conduct live interactive virtual training sessions from their apartment. They have two roommates and a noisy dog. What should they do before filming live coaching sessions
Educate the client on appropriate footwear and exercise form and pay attention to them during the training session
A ftness professional and client are about to engage in a high intensity workout that includes multiple plyometric exercises. The client is going to be doing the work out on slick vinyl flooring. What should the fitness professional do
0.90
According to the World Health Organization, abdominal obesity is defined as a waist-to-hip ratio above what in males
Sleep latency
After establishing a baseline, the fitness professional determines that it takes Client B greater than 45 minutes to fall asleep each evening. What term is used to describe the amount of time required to fall asleep
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
And empathetic, collaborative, and client-centered approach to communication is also known as what term
96%
Approximately what percentage of clients own a personal cell phone
1981
Approximately when were the first wearable fitness trackers introduced
Gain New Clients
Creative marketing, social media presence, networking, referral programs, innovative promotion ideas, and gated content are all ideas to help virtual coaches do what
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT)
Fidgeting, cleaning, and walking are examples of what type of energy expenditure
2 Hours
Fitness professionals should avoid performing physiological assessments how long after exercise or a stressful event
Time or repetitions to fatigue
How can muscular endurance be assessed
Set consistent working hours
How can virtual coaches be proactive about maintaining work-life balance
Offering virtual services does not impact the scope of practice
How does the virtual format impact a virtual coach's scope of practice
1,000,000
How many pixels are in a megapixel
Select an appropriate device after conducting research into which devices have been clinically validated versus gold standard medical equipment
How should a fitness professional determine which wearable technology to integrate into their virtual coaching business
Time-Bound
In SMART goals, a goal with a start and a termination is represented by which term
Bias
In empathy, what should a fitness trainer watch for in their own emotional behavior when relating to a client
Client Engagement
In order to provide effective virtual coaching fitness professionals must understand how to gauge and measure what
Preparation
In the model 45 stages of change, what stage follows contemplation
Contemplation
In the model for five stages of change, at what stage does the client become aware that change is needed but is still struggling with required sacrifice
Push-up, plank, and wall-sit tests are examples of which category of assessment
Muscular Endurance
Hemoglobin
Oxygen is transported via a protein molecule in the red blood cells. What is the name of this protein molecule
Training programs
Prior to beginning a virtual coaching session with a client, the fitness professional should have which of the following completed and accessible
Refer the client to a medical professional for clearance prior to engaging in the training program
Prior to engaging in a virtual training program, a new virtual training client communicates to a fitness professional that they have a medical condition that causes chest pain. They only experience chest pain occasionally while exercising. What should the fitness professional do
Sympathetic and parasympathetic
The automatic nervous system is comprised of which two primary branches
Ability to discount
When selecting a products price, what is not important to consider
When the client reports any issue outside of the fitness professional's scope of certification
When should a fitness professional consider referring a client to a doctor, physiotherapist, or other health professional
Emerging Technology
The virtual training system uses what tool to deliver personal trainer-like services to those who experienced barriers to frequenting a fitness center
Resting heart rate
When tracking heart rate with a wearable fitness tracker, when is heart rate most accurately monitored
Diagnosing injuries and providing counseling services
Whether in-person or virtual, a personal trainer does not engage in what practices
Benefits are how features help solve the customer's problem
What are benefits of a product
Affirmations
What are positive statements that are important for client growth and experience
Underweight, healthy weight, overweight, and obese
What are the classifications of BMI
They are often more expensive and increase the complexity of use
What are the cons of utilizing wearable technologies with more advanced features
Milliseconds
What are the most common units of measurement for heart rate variability
BPM
What are the units of measurement for heart rate
Lighting, cameras, and microphones
What components make up computer peripherals
1,000 megabytes
What does a gigabyte of data consist of
Achievable
What does the A in SMART goals stand for?
Random Access Memory (RAM)
What does the acronym RAM stand for
Measuring tape
What equipment is required to perform circumference measurements
Address, emergency contact, and local police department phone number
What information should virtual coaches obtain from clients in case of an emergency
The cost of a new customer to a business
What is a customer acquisition cost (CAC)
A quality product that is delivered quickly to market
What is a minimum viable product
BIA provides the ability to objectively assess changes in body composition, which may be more important than body weight alone
What is an advantage of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) assessments over scale weight assessments
A quantitative evaluation or measurement of the physical body
What is an anthropometric assessment
Leveraging technology to track and communicate client progress
What is an appropriate first step for fitness professionals to take when beginning the transition to providing virtual coaching services
Utilizing a lamp fixture with a cool white bulb installed and the lampshade removed
What is an example of a low-budget lighting solution
Condensed or simplified version of an exercise instruction
What is an exercise cue
Accountability
What is it called when an individual is being held responsible via an outward source to achieve their goals
Discord
What is it called when there has been a breach in the client and fitness professional relationship
6 hours and 40 minutes
What is the average amount of sleep an American gets each night
12-20 bpm
What is the normal range for respiratory rate in healthy adults
Standardized assessment of a clients readiness to engage in physical activity
What is the purpose of the PAR-Q assessment
Bits
What is the smallest fragment of data that a CPU will process
Pixel
What is the smallest fragment that makes up an image called
3,200K and 5,500K
What is the typical lighting spectrum range used for creating video content
$60 billion
What is the virtual coaching industry expected to be valued at by 2027
Previous injuries, physical annotations, or medical history
What may require a fitness professional to modify an assessment
Available space, access to equipment, and scheduling
What might a virtual coach need to keep in mind when transitioning from in-person programming to virtual
Trans-theoretical
What model was developed in the 1970s to help categorize the five stages of change
Take notes
What should a fitness professional always do when going through a client's check-in
Schedule a video conference session for live guidance and repeat the assessment
What should a fitness professional consider if abnormal values are reported during self-administered assessments
Check all necessary training equipment at least 1 hour prior to the first appointment of the day
What should a fitness professional do prior to each day of virtual training appointments
All types of exercise may lead to a decrease in resting heart rate in healthy clients
What type of exercise may lead to a decrease in resting heart rate in healthy clients
Open-Ended
What, how, or why are beginning words to what type of question
Hybrid Training
Which current trend in virtual coaching integrates virtual strategies with in-person training methods
All, some, or non-based on qualifications and expertise
Which dietary assessment forms should be utilized by fitness professionals
Communication
Which is a common initial challenge for fitness professionals transitioning or augmenting current services with virtual coaching
Offering a low price to build market share that increases as demand build
Which of the following best describes penetration pricing
Spacing
Which of the following best represents a virtual training environment consideration
The total number of calories burned in a 24-hour period
Which of the following correctly defines TDEE
Expected client lifetime value
Which of the following is a key number that a fitness professional will need to have in their business plan
One-on-one nutrition coaching via email, phone, and nutrition apps
Which of the following is a nutrition coaching option for a fitness professional or nutrition coach operating virtually
And entrepreneur who runs a business on their own, with no employees
Which of the following is an example of a solopreneur
Pain Rating
Which of the following is an example of a subjective assessment
Average pricing
Which of the following is not a competitive pricing strategy
Principle
Which of the following is not one of the four P's of marketing
When
Which of the following is not part of the executive summary
Interest
Which of the following is part of the sales funnel
A solid color t-shirt
Which of the following is the most appropriate attire for a fitness professional to wear during a video-based virtual training session
External drives
Which of the following items represents local data storage
Smoking
Which of the following lifestyle habits is most likely to reduce resting oxygen saturation
Elevated resting heart rate
Which of the following may be a risk factor for mortality independent of physical activity and other major cardiovascular risk factors
A live interactive group fitness class
Which of the following requires video conferencing technology
Checking emails
Which of the following should a fitness professional avoid while coaching virtual training sessions
In-Person Training
Which of these is not a form of virtual communication
Virtual Check-Ins
Which service can a virtual coach use to ensure client engagement along their fitness journey
Pre-designed workouts
Which service is often used to complement the virtual coaching experience
USB dynamic microphone
Which type of microphone will be the most durable and portable
Virtual Check-Ins
Which virtual service adds accountability, consistency, and a sense of support to the client-coach relationship
Individuals who often eat throughout the night have an increased risk of Type II diabetes
Why is it important to assess when an individual consumes a particular food, beverage, or supplement
Wrist devices for home self-measurements lead to frequent detection of falsely elevated blood pressure values
Why should fitness professionals recommend traditional upper-arm blood pressure cuffs over wrist blood pressure devices
To guide client through a safe and reliable assessment
Why would a fitness professional consider recording a virtual assessment
Structuring corporate guidelines
Working on the business includes things such as
Non-Traditional hours for coaching
Working with shift workers or those with demanding work schedules may require the virtual coach to provide which accommodation
