ACSM Exam Test Bank Questions
A recommended modification for development of a resistance training program for the
hypertensive client is: - ANS-Intensity should be kept at 60%-80% 1-RM.
According to ACSM, in working with the obese client, recommendations for weight loss
include all the following EXCEPT:
A) Weight loss should be gradual, approximately 2-3 kg · wk−1.
B) Daily negative caloric balance should not exceed 500-1,000 kcal.
C) Dietary intake should not be <1,200 kcal · d−1.
D) Behavioral modification strategies will enhance adherence. - ANS-A) Weight loss
should be gradual, approximately 2-3 kg · wk−1.
All of the following are examples of not-for-profit organizations with fitness centers
EXCEPT:
A) Jewish Community Centers (JCCs)
B) locally owned fitness franchises
C) Young Men's Christian Associations (YMCAs)
D) municipal and military fitness facilities - ANS-B) locally owned fitness franchises
All of the following are major goals of worksite health promotion except:
A) reduce modifiable risks
B) provide recreational opportunities for employees
C) improve a person's overall health status
D) reduce demand for health care costs - ANS-B) provide recreational opportunities for
employees
All of the following skinfolds are vertical folds EXCEPT:
A) abdominal.
B) triceps.
C) chest.
D) thigh. - ANS-C) chest.
Based on the information from the IHRSA, which of the following states does not have
the highest employment rates for fitness trainers/aerobic instructors?
A) California
, B) New York
C) Texas
D) Georgia - ANS-D) Georgia
Cardiovascular activities that include endurance activities requiring skill to perform are
considered Group ______ activities. - ANS-C
Cardiovascular activity such as _______ is in Group B exercise.
A) treadmill walking
B) running
C) cross country skiing
D) swimming - ANS-B) running
Compared with Group A exercises, Group C activities require:
A) minimal skill to perform.
B) less overall conditioning.
C) more concentration to maintain consistent or prescribed intensity.
D) minimal fitness level. - ANS-A) minimal skill to perform.
During functional isometrics, the client pushes/pulls maximally for approximately
_______ with a high rate of force development.
A) 2-6 seconds
B) 10-20 seconds
C) 25-30 seconds
D) 60-90 seconds - ANS-A) 2-6 seconds
During functional isometrics, the client pushes/pulls maximally for approximately
_______ with a high rate of force development. - ANS-2-6 seconds
Exercise is Medicine certificate designation is available, with some
stipulations/requirements, for: - ANS-individuals currently certified by an
NCCA-accrediting organization
Females typically have greater potential in trunk flexion after puberty because of: -
ANS-lower center of gravity
For a moderately active, healthy 35-year-old client, what is the target perceived exertion
(rating on 6-20 RPE scale) for moderate exercise?
A) 7-9
B) 9-11
A recommended modification for development of a resistance training program for the
hypertensive client is: - ANS-Intensity should be kept at 60%-80% 1-RM.
According to ACSM, in working with the obese client, recommendations for weight loss
include all the following EXCEPT:
A) Weight loss should be gradual, approximately 2-3 kg · wk−1.
B) Daily negative caloric balance should not exceed 500-1,000 kcal.
C) Dietary intake should not be <1,200 kcal · d−1.
D) Behavioral modification strategies will enhance adherence. - ANS-A) Weight loss
should be gradual, approximately 2-3 kg · wk−1.
All of the following are examples of not-for-profit organizations with fitness centers
EXCEPT:
A) Jewish Community Centers (JCCs)
B) locally owned fitness franchises
C) Young Men's Christian Associations (YMCAs)
D) municipal and military fitness facilities - ANS-B) locally owned fitness franchises
All of the following are major goals of worksite health promotion except:
A) reduce modifiable risks
B) provide recreational opportunities for employees
C) improve a person's overall health status
D) reduce demand for health care costs - ANS-B) provide recreational opportunities for
employees
All of the following skinfolds are vertical folds EXCEPT:
A) abdominal.
B) triceps.
C) chest.
D) thigh. - ANS-C) chest.
Based on the information from the IHRSA, which of the following states does not have
the highest employment rates for fitness trainers/aerobic instructors?
A) California
, B) New York
C) Texas
D) Georgia - ANS-D) Georgia
Cardiovascular activities that include endurance activities requiring skill to perform are
considered Group ______ activities. - ANS-C
Cardiovascular activity such as _______ is in Group B exercise.
A) treadmill walking
B) running
C) cross country skiing
D) swimming - ANS-B) running
Compared with Group A exercises, Group C activities require:
A) minimal skill to perform.
B) less overall conditioning.
C) more concentration to maintain consistent or prescribed intensity.
D) minimal fitness level. - ANS-A) minimal skill to perform.
During functional isometrics, the client pushes/pulls maximally for approximately
_______ with a high rate of force development.
A) 2-6 seconds
B) 10-20 seconds
C) 25-30 seconds
D) 60-90 seconds - ANS-A) 2-6 seconds
During functional isometrics, the client pushes/pulls maximally for approximately
_______ with a high rate of force development. - ANS-2-6 seconds
Exercise is Medicine certificate designation is available, with some
stipulations/requirements, for: - ANS-individuals currently certified by an
NCCA-accrediting organization
Females typically have greater potential in trunk flexion after puberty because of: -
ANS-lower center of gravity
For a moderately active, healthy 35-year-old client, what is the target perceived exertion
(rating on 6-20 RPE scale) for moderate exercise?
A) 7-9
B) 9-11
