AAAI-ISMA Personal Trainer Certification Exam Questions and
Answers
Question 1
Aerobic
Correct Answer
benefits occur when circulation and respiration can supply oxygen to the muscle, burns fat, increases endurances,
improves cardiac efficiency
Question 2
fueling the body
Correct Answer
thermodynamics, pot energy to kinetic, calories=food energy
1cal raises 1gm H2O 1degree-40%efficient
Carbs(CHO), protein, fat
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,Question 3
Karvonen Formula
Correct Answer
220-age= Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)
MHR-Resting Heart Rate(RHR)=Heart Rate ReserveHRR
HRR*.6=A desired intensities
HRR*.85=B
A+RHR=Lower THRZ
B+RHR=Upper THRZ Target heart rate zones
Question 4
VO2 Max
Correct Answer
maximum volume of O2 that is consumed during exercise
measured in ml O2/Kg/min
Question 5
weight training program: gradual progressive overload
Correct Answer
increase FITT
increased intensity: concentric failure, forced reps-spotter assistance, can't control speed of eccentric failure DOMS, Pre-
exhaustion-compound exercises, pyramids-as muscles fatigue continue exercising with lighter weight
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, Question 6
Muscular Endurance
Correct Answer
repeat or sustain contraction
endurance training
Question 7
Overload Principle
Correct Answer
must increase FIT
Question 8
Benefits of Exercise
Correct Answer
increased longevity, strengthens bones, improves mood, fights depression, reduces stress, daily functions, better sleep,
increased flexibility, reduces risk of CVD, reduces risk of cancer, reduces aches/pains, reduces risk of injury, weight
control, improved balance, improved reaction time, improved self image
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Answers
Question 1
Aerobic
Correct Answer
benefits occur when circulation and respiration can supply oxygen to the muscle, burns fat, increases endurances,
improves cardiac efficiency
Question 2
fueling the body
Correct Answer
thermodynamics, pot energy to kinetic, calories=food energy
1cal raises 1gm H2O 1degree-40%efficient
Carbs(CHO), protein, fat
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,Question 3
Karvonen Formula
Correct Answer
220-age= Maximum Heart Rate (MHR)
MHR-Resting Heart Rate(RHR)=Heart Rate ReserveHRR
HRR*.6=A desired intensities
HRR*.85=B
A+RHR=Lower THRZ
B+RHR=Upper THRZ Target heart rate zones
Question 4
VO2 Max
Correct Answer
maximum volume of O2 that is consumed during exercise
measured in ml O2/Kg/min
Question 5
weight training program: gradual progressive overload
Correct Answer
increase FITT
increased intensity: concentric failure, forced reps-spotter assistance, can't control speed of eccentric failure DOMS, Pre-
exhaustion-compound exercises, pyramids-as muscles fatigue continue exercising with lighter weight
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, Question 6
Muscular Endurance
Correct Answer
repeat or sustain contraction
endurance training
Question 7
Overload Principle
Correct Answer
must increase FIT
Question 8
Benefits of Exercise
Correct Answer
increased longevity, strengthens bones, improves mood, fights depression, reduces stress, daily functions, better sleep,
increased flexibility, reduces risk of CVD, reduces risk of cancer, reduces aches/pains, reduces risk of injury, weight
control, improved balance, improved reaction time, improved self image
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