NASM CPT (7TH EDITION) CHAPTER 4
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ASSESSMENT, FITNESS SCREENING &
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, Autonomy Acting in accordance with how one wants to behave.
Third Space A communal space, separate from home or work, where the client experiences their
own sense of identity and relationship to others.
Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) Client interventions that are used to change some determinant of behavior.
Self-Efficacy One's belief that they can complete a task, goal, or performance; also known as
self-confidence.
Self-Monitoring Observing, measuring, and evaluating one's own behavior, often in the form of a
diary or log.
Determinants Of Behavior Refers to the psychological, social, or environmental factors that influence behavior.
Intention A construct that captures motivational factors that influence behavior. It indicates
how hard people are willing to try and how much effort they are planning to exert.
Self-Determination Theory A broad theoretical framework for the study of human motivation.
Autonomous Motivation When motives for exercise relate to valuing the outcome, when exercise is
consistent with the client's identity, or when the client enjoys exercise.
Planning A concrete representation of when and where exercise will occur.
Attitudes The degree to which a person has a favorable or unfavorable evaluation of the
behavior of interest.
Outcome Expectations The expected positive and negative consequences of a behavior.
Stress The state of mental or emotional tension from demanding circumstances.
Perceived Behavioral Control An evaluation of whether one has the means, resources, and opportunities to
perform a behavior.
Affective Judgement Referring to expected pleasure or enjoyment.
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE 2026 | CLIENT
ASSESSMENT, FITNESS SCREENING &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
| GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep and Comprehensive
Rationales Included
, Autonomy Acting in accordance with how one wants to behave.
Third Space A communal space, separate from home or work, where the client experiences their
own sense of identity and relationship to others.
Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) Client interventions that are used to change some determinant of behavior.
Self-Efficacy One's belief that they can complete a task, goal, or performance; also known as
self-confidence.
Self-Monitoring Observing, measuring, and evaluating one's own behavior, often in the form of a
diary or log.
Determinants Of Behavior Refers to the psychological, social, or environmental factors that influence behavior.
Intention A construct that captures motivational factors that influence behavior. It indicates
how hard people are willing to try and how much effort they are planning to exert.
Self-Determination Theory A broad theoretical framework for the study of human motivation.
Autonomous Motivation When motives for exercise relate to valuing the outcome, when exercise is
consistent with the client's identity, or when the client enjoys exercise.
Planning A concrete representation of when and where exercise will occur.
Attitudes The degree to which a person has a favorable or unfavorable evaluation of the
behavior of interest.
Outcome Expectations The expected positive and negative consequences of a behavior.
Stress The state of mental or emotional tension from demanding circumstances.
Perceived Behavioral Control An evaluation of whether one has the means, resources, and opportunities to
perform a behavior.
Affective Judgement Referring to expected pleasure or enjoyment.
