ACE Exam 1 Review Practice
Questions and Answers18
Which of the following would be the BEST recommendation for a participant who suffers from
rotator cuff impingement? - ANSWERS-A. Encourage stretching of the anterior shoulder
B. Suggest exercises such as military presses and tricep pull-overs in order to increase range of
motion
C. Minimize the repetition of arm abduction or overhead motion such as side-arm raises or arm
swinging
D. Recommend that the participant take an anti-inflammatory medication before exercising to
decrease swelling
Answer: A ?
Which of the following is the most important consideration for an instructor teaching an aquatic
exercise class? - ANSWERS-A. Choose resistance exercises based on concentric actions of the
muscles
B. Ensure a music tempo similar to a land-based class
C. Remain on land for strength-training exercises
D. Have all participants perform a land-based cool-down
Answer: C ?
Which of the following BEST relates to the intensity of exercise? - ANSWERS-A. 30-45 minutes
B. RPE of 8
C. 3-4 days per week
D. 2 sets of 12-15 repetitions
Answer: B ?
,Which of the following would be the BEST approach to promoting self-esteem among class
participants? - ANSWERS-A. Offer external prizes for attending the most classes
B. Point out the importance of dieting and tracking all calories
C. Emphasize positive feelings during and after exercise
D. Offer specific exercises designed to target the participant's problem areas
Answer: C ?
What is the LEAST effective method for stretching during the warm-up portion of a group
exercise class? - ANSWERS-A. Lead participants through a series of ballistic stretches for all
major muscle groups
B. Lead participants through a series of dynamic movements
C. If including any static stretching, continue to incorporate some movement
D. Focus largely on rehearsal moves that enhance range of motion
Answer: A
What would be the MOST appropriate class format for a song that has a tempo of 150 beats per
minute? - ANSWERS-A. Yoga
B. Cycling
C. Beginning strength training
D. High-impact aerobics
Answer: B ?
You are preparing for your indoor boot-camp class when a woman who is six months pregnant
approaches you for advice. Which of the following recommendations woud be MOST
appropriate to give her? - ANSWERS-A. Avoid semirecumbant position during exercise
B. Perform exercise at any intensity that correlates with the low to mid-range of her heart rate
reserve
C. Do not eat prior to class to help avoid indigestion and nausea
, D. Minimize standing in place and control the range of motion (ROM)
Answer: D ?
Which is the MOST important consideration when utilizing the spatial teaching strategy? -
ANSWERS-A. Be sure to teach isolation techniques before integration
B. Teach the basic movement before offering more advanced options
C. Begin with precise attention to the positioning of the feet when teaching new standing
position
D. Vary the movements of the arms and legs to maximize the use of space
Answer: D ?
Which of the following is an action of the biceps femoris muscle? - ANSWERS-A. Elbow flexion
B. Knee flexion
C. Shoulder extension
D. Hip abduction
Answer: A ?
Kinesthetic awareness MOST often seen during which stage of learning? - ANSWERS-A.
Autonomous
B. Associative
C. Progressive
D. Cognitive
Answer: D ?
Which personal factor is MOST likely to facilitate adherence to a regular exercise program? -
ANSWERS-A. Prior participation in exercise classes and activities
B. Age
Questions and Answers18
Which of the following would be the BEST recommendation for a participant who suffers from
rotator cuff impingement? - ANSWERS-A. Encourage stretching of the anterior shoulder
B. Suggest exercises such as military presses and tricep pull-overs in order to increase range of
motion
C. Minimize the repetition of arm abduction or overhead motion such as side-arm raises or arm
swinging
D. Recommend that the participant take an anti-inflammatory medication before exercising to
decrease swelling
Answer: A ?
Which of the following is the most important consideration for an instructor teaching an aquatic
exercise class? - ANSWERS-A. Choose resistance exercises based on concentric actions of the
muscles
B. Ensure a music tempo similar to a land-based class
C. Remain on land for strength-training exercises
D. Have all participants perform a land-based cool-down
Answer: C ?
Which of the following BEST relates to the intensity of exercise? - ANSWERS-A. 30-45 minutes
B. RPE of 8
C. 3-4 days per week
D. 2 sets of 12-15 repetitions
Answer: B ?
,Which of the following would be the BEST approach to promoting self-esteem among class
participants? - ANSWERS-A. Offer external prizes for attending the most classes
B. Point out the importance of dieting and tracking all calories
C. Emphasize positive feelings during and after exercise
D. Offer specific exercises designed to target the participant's problem areas
Answer: C ?
What is the LEAST effective method for stretching during the warm-up portion of a group
exercise class? - ANSWERS-A. Lead participants through a series of ballistic stretches for all
major muscle groups
B. Lead participants through a series of dynamic movements
C. If including any static stretching, continue to incorporate some movement
D. Focus largely on rehearsal moves that enhance range of motion
Answer: A
What would be the MOST appropriate class format for a song that has a tempo of 150 beats per
minute? - ANSWERS-A. Yoga
B. Cycling
C. Beginning strength training
D. High-impact aerobics
Answer: B ?
You are preparing for your indoor boot-camp class when a woman who is six months pregnant
approaches you for advice. Which of the following recommendations woud be MOST
appropriate to give her? - ANSWERS-A. Avoid semirecumbant position during exercise
B. Perform exercise at any intensity that correlates with the low to mid-range of her heart rate
reserve
C. Do not eat prior to class to help avoid indigestion and nausea
, D. Minimize standing in place and control the range of motion (ROM)
Answer: D ?
Which is the MOST important consideration when utilizing the spatial teaching strategy? -
ANSWERS-A. Be sure to teach isolation techniques before integration
B. Teach the basic movement before offering more advanced options
C. Begin with precise attention to the positioning of the feet when teaching new standing
position
D. Vary the movements of the arms and legs to maximize the use of space
Answer: D ?
Which of the following is an action of the biceps femoris muscle? - ANSWERS-A. Elbow flexion
B. Knee flexion
C. Shoulder extension
D. Hip abduction
Answer: A ?
Kinesthetic awareness MOST often seen during which stage of learning? - ANSWERS-A.
Autonomous
B. Associative
C. Progressive
D. Cognitive
Answer: D ?
Which personal factor is MOST likely to facilitate adherence to a regular exercise program? -
ANSWERS-A. Prior participation in exercise classes and activities
B. Age
