ACSM Resources for the Personal Trainer
Chapter 1
What is number one concern amount US parents, according to the American Heart
Association? - ANS-Childhood obesity, is over greater concern now than drug abuse
and smoking. tripling between 1963 and 1980
What is the limit to Personal Training? - ANS-there is no limit: screen and interview
potential clients, perform fitness tests or assessments, help clients reach goals, develop
exercise regimens and programs, instruct technique, supervise, maintain records,
knowledge of resources, and educate on health and fitness.. administrative paperwork,
maintenance of equipment, cleaning of equipment, and facilities. special certifications,
group classes
What certifications does ACSM offer? - ANS-ACSM/NCPAD certified inclusive fitness
trainer- assess develop programs
ACSM/ACS certified cancer exercise trainer- understand symptoms and treatments
ACSM/NSPAPPH physical activity in public health specialist- promotes physical activity
at national, stat or local levels.
Definition of a personal trainer - ANS-1) possess a minimum of a HS diploma, 2) works
iwht apparently healthy individuals and those with health challenges who are able to
exercies independently to enhance quality of life, improve healt-related physical fitness,
performance, manage health risk, and promote lasting health behavior change. CPT
conducts pre-participation health screening assessments, submaximal cardiovascular
exercise test, and muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, and body composition tests.
Facilitates motivation and adherence as well as develops and administers programs
designed to enhance muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness,
body composition, and/or motor skills related to physical fitness (balance, coordination,
power...)
What is a personal trainer not certified to do? - ANS-meal planning or diagnosing
injuries or other medical conditions, nor work with individuals who cannot currently
exercise independently.
What are CEUs - ANS-Continuing education units, to maintain certification taking
courses on related material, 45 credits within 3 years
Chapter 1
What is number one concern amount US parents, according to the American Heart
Association? - ANS-Childhood obesity, is over greater concern now than drug abuse
and smoking. tripling between 1963 and 1980
What is the limit to Personal Training? - ANS-there is no limit: screen and interview
potential clients, perform fitness tests or assessments, help clients reach goals, develop
exercise regimens and programs, instruct technique, supervise, maintain records,
knowledge of resources, and educate on health and fitness.. administrative paperwork,
maintenance of equipment, cleaning of equipment, and facilities. special certifications,
group classes
What certifications does ACSM offer? - ANS-ACSM/NCPAD certified inclusive fitness
trainer- assess develop programs
ACSM/ACS certified cancer exercise trainer- understand symptoms and treatments
ACSM/NSPAPPH physical activity in public health specialist- promotes physical activity
at national, stat or local levels.
Definition of a personal trainer - ANS-1) possess a minimum of a HS diploma, 2) works
iwht apparently healthy individuals and those with health challenges who are able to
exercies independently to enhance quality of life, improve healt-related physical fitness,
performance, manage health risk, and promote lasting health behavior change. CPT
conducts pre-participation health screening assessments, submaximal cardiovascular
exercise test, and muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, and body composition tests.
Facilitates motivation and adherence as well as develops and administers programs
designed to enhance muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness,
body composition, and/or motor skills related to physical fitness (balance, coordination,
power...)
What is a personal trainer not certified to do? - ANS-meal planning or diagnosing
injuries or other medical conditions, nor work with individuals who cannot currently
exercise independently.
What are CEUs - ANS-Continuing education units, to maintain certification taking
courses on related material, 45 credits within 3 years
