NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach (PBC
Exam) 2 with questions and well verified
answers actual exam!!! 2026
Utilization of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) is higher among male populations than
female populations. What proportion of the world's male population has reported utilizing
performance enhancing drugs, specifically anabolic steroids, at least once during their
lifetime? - ANSWER -6.4%
Supplement utilization occurs in physique athletes and the Physique Coach will likely
encounter supplementation use with their clients. What percent of physique athletes utilize
supplementation? - ANSWER -About 95%
What changes are accumulated during the resistance development stage of the general
adaptation syndrome (GAS) model? - ANSWER -Training adaptations that promote
increases in performance
What is a function of a microcycle? - ANSWER -Effectively organize the client's weekly
training.
What advances within bodybuilding directly contributed to pushing physiques to new
extremes? - ANSWER -Machine-based training and anabolic steroids
Which would best represent cardiovascular training recommendations during a physique
client's off-season? - ANSWER -Three to four 20-minute sessions of low- to moderate-
steady state per week
, What effect can be seen from dehydration, even in a carbohydrate-loaded state? -
ANSWER -Reduction of muscle volume
When might a client show signs of low motivation toward competing? - ANSWER -In
between shows during their season
Protein is known for building muscle in a gaining phase, but what role does it play during a
contest prep? - ANSWER -Maintain muscle mass.
What action should a Physique Coach take if their client informs them that they are utilizing
performance enhancing drugs (PEDs)? - ANSWER -Refer to a licensed medical
professional.
Which hormone(s) has/have the strongest correlation to body fat levels and take(s) several
months to restore to basal levels post-competition? - ANSWER -Leptin
What is a resistance training programming strategy that can be used during peak week to bring
up less-developed muscle groups? - ANSWER -Train weaker muscle groups later in the
week
Which supplement is believed to help increase the transport of fatty acids into the
mitochondria, but may have little actual effect on body fat loss? - ANSWER -L-Carnitine
What is an example of an outcome goal for the offseason? - ANSWER -Build larger glutes
and hamstrings.
What types of muscle fibers carry high amounts of myoglobin, an oxygen carrier within muscle
fibers? - ANSWER -Type I
Why is it recommended to statically stretch the same muscle targeted during self-myofascial
techniques? - ANSWER -Greater range of motion response
During periods of stress, the body will release a hormone that can help create glucose from
other sources, such as amino acids through a process known as gluconeogenesis. What
hormone is responsible for this? - ANSWER -Cortisol
Exam) 2 with questions and well verified
answers actual exam!!! 2026
Utilization of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) is higher among male populations than
female populations. What proportion of the world's male population has reported utilizing
performance enhancing drugs, specifically anabolic steroids, at least once during their
lifetime? - ANSWER -6.4%
Supplement utilization occurs in physique athletes and the Physique Coach will likely
encounter supplementation use with their clients. What percent of physique athletes utilize
supplementation? - ANSWER -About 95%
What changes are accumulated during the resistance development stage of the general
adaptation syndrome (GAS) model? - ANSWER -Training adaptations that promote
increases in performance
What is a function of a microcycle? - ANSWER -Effectively organize the client's weekly
training.
What advances within bodybuilding directly contributed to pushing physiques to new
extremes? - ANSWER -Machine-based training and anabolic steroids
Which would best represent cardiovascular training recommendations during a physique
client's off-season? - ANSWER -Three to four 20-minute sessions of low- to moderate-
steady state per week
, What effect can be seen from dehydration, even in a carbohydrate-loaded state? -
ANSWER -Reduction of muscle volume
When might a client show signs of low motivation toward competing? - ANSWER -In
between shows during their season
Protein is known for building muscle in a gaining phase, but what role does it play during a
contest prep? - ANSWER -Maintain muscle mass.
What action should a Physique Coach take if their client informs them that they are utilizing
performance enhancing drugs (PEDs)? - ANSWER -Refer to a licensed medical
professional.
Which hormone(s) has/have the strongest correlation to body fat levels and take(s) several
months to restore to basal levels post-competition? - ANSWER -Leptin
What is a resistance training programming strategy that can be used during peak week to bring
up less-developed muscle groups? - ANSWER -Train weaker muscle groups later in the
week
Which supplement is believed to help increase the transport of fatty acids into the
mitochondria, but may have little actual effect on body fat loss? - ANSWER -L-Carnitine
What is an example of an outcome goal for the offseason? - ANSWER -Build larger glutes
and hamstrings.
What types of muscle fibers carry high amounts of myoglobin, an oxygen carrier within muscle
fibers? - ANSWER -Type I
Why is it recommended to statically stretch the same muscle targeted during self-myofascial
techniques? - ANSWER -Greater range of motion response
During periods of stress, the body will release a hormone that can help create glucose from
other sources, such as amino acids through a process known as gluconeogenesis. What
hormone is responsible for this? - ANSWER -Cortisol
