NASM CPT LATEST EDITION 2023-2024 FINAL
EXAM WITH 200+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS/AGRADE
Which sense provides information about changes in pressure on the skin, muscle length, and joint
angles? - ANSWER>>Somatosensory system
What are triglycerides? - ANSWER>>The stored form of fat
25 - ANSWER>>At what age is the adolescent brain considered to be fully developed?
EPOC is the increase in aerobic metabolism above baseline that occurs for a period after exercise. -
ANSWER>>What is excess postexercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)?
They act as shock absorbers. - ANSWER>>What is the purpose of the intervertebral discs?
Pectoral group - ANSWER>>Which of the following would not be an example of core musculature to
stabilize the trunk and pelvis?
Handstand push-up - ANSWER>>Which pressing exercise would be appropriate for someone who has
high levels of upper-body strength but has no equipment because they are traveling?
SMR/static stretching - ANSWER>>If your client is working in Phase 1 of the OPT model, what type of
flexibility training should they utilize?
A decrease in metabolic rate - ANSWER>>Which benefit listed is not correct regarding resistance
training?
low-intensity exercise consisting of movements that do not necessarily relate to the more intense
exercise immediately following - ANSWER>>How is a general warm-up best defined?
60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day - ANSWER>>What are the current physical
activity recommendations for youth?
It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol - ANSWER>>What impacts can exercise have
on cholesterol levels in the body?
To provide guidelines to help ensure quality and purity of products - ANSWER>>What is the purpose of
the Current Good Manufacturing Practices?
,SAQ training decreases the risk of osteopenia - ANSWER>>Which statement accurately describes the
physical benefits of SAQ training?
1 set, 10 to 15 repetitions, 3 to 10 exercise - ANSWER>>What are the recommended training variables
for dynamic stretching?
Strive for 20 to 30 minutes of continuous aerobic exercise daily. - ANSWER>>An obese client who has
been diagnosed with peripheral artery disease (PAD) should be advised to do which of the following?
Knee varus - ANSWER>>For which movement impairment would you see the knees bow outward?
Third class - ANSWER>>Performing a biceps curl with a dumbbell in the hand is an example of which
type of lever?
Deceleration - ANSWER>>Which of the following is a component of agility training?
Ankle sprains - ANSWER>>Competitive athletes who performed balance training exercises reduced the
risk of which injury by 46%?
Sport and exercise psychology - ANSWER>>Which subtopic of psychology deals with how the
environment affects exercise behavior?
30 - ANSWER>>At what BMI threshold does a person's chance for obesity-related health problems
increase?
Homeostasis - ANSWER>>The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary,
make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
the direct roller compression may create tissue relaxation and pain reduction in tissues by stimulating
nerve receptors. - ANSWER>>Which statement best describes the neurophysiological effect that occurs
from myofascial rolling?
Internodal pathway - ANSWER>>What structure in the heart transfers the electrical signal from the
sinoatrial (SA) node to the atrioventricular (AV) node?
Upper trapezius - ANSWER>>Which muscle would be considered overactive, leading to shoulder
elevation during the pushing assessment?
Client's choice - ANSWER>>Which component of an OPT workout is intended to help preserve client
autonomy?
,Prescribing a supplement - ANSWER>>Which of the following is not an appropriate expectation for a
CPT?
Omega-3 fatty acids - ANSWER>>Which type of lipids are considered to be heart-healthy and associated
with reduced inflammation?
Autonomic nervous system - ANSWER>>Which system supplies neural input to organs that run the
involuntary processes of the body?
axial and appendicular - ANSWER>>What are the two divisions of the skeletal system?
Transverse - ANSWER>>In what plane of movement do shoulder horizontal adduction and abduction
occur?
Oxidative phosphorylation - ANSWER>>If someone went out for a 5-mile jog with their friend, which
energy system would provide most of the ATP for this activity?
Resistance training - ANSWER>>In an integrated training program, what would the last portion of the
training session involve as the main exercise or movement component?
Frontal plane - ANSWER>>Scoliosis refers to deviations of the spine in which plane of motion?
Peripheral heart action system - ANSWER>>Which resistance training system is most appropriate for
hypertensive clients?
A detailed questionnaire designed to assess an individual's physical readiness to engage in structured
exercise - ANSWER>>What best defines a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)?
Reciprocal - ANSWER>>Self-esteem and body image are said to have which type of relationship?
Bench press - ANSWER>>Which of the following is considered an open-chain exercise?
Neuromuscular stabilization - ANSWER>>According to the integrated performance paradigm, which of
the following is a requirement for the safe control of movement during plyometrics?
To connect the central nervous system to the rest of the body - ANSWER>>What is the primary purpose
of the peripheral nervous system?
Progress their clients to more proprioceptively enriched exercises - ANSWER>>The goal of the Certified
Personal Trainer in utilizing machines in Phase 1 of the OPT model should be to do what?
, Having more mitochondria in their muscle - ANSWER>>Which of the following would make a person
better at oxidizing fat?
Suprailiac, thigh, and triceps - ANSWER>>The standard Jackson and Pollock 3-Site protocol for women
requires skinfold measurements at which of the following sites?
Increasing the velocity of each throw - ANSWER>>How could the personal trainer make the "single-leg
throw and catch" balance exercise more difficult for the client?
25 to 29.9 - ANSWER>>What BMI score is considered overweight?
A health club that offers a low-price membership, often including very few amenities other than access
to exercise equipment - ANSWER>>What statement best describes a low-cost health club?
Stretch-shortening cycle - ANSWER>>What is the complete transition from eccentric to concentric
muscle actions known as?
Maximal Strength Training - ANSWER>>What phase of the OPT model aims to maximize prime-mover
strength through the lifting of heavy loads?
Must be obtained in the diet, as the body is incapable of producing the nutrient on its own -
ANSWER>>What is the best definition of essential when discussing human nutrition?
Improved sleep - ANSWER>>Which benefit will positively affect the body through integrated training?
The stretch provides excessive stress on the kneecap and other tissues in the front knee. -
ANSWER>>Why is the arching quadriceps stretch considered a controversial lower-body stretch?
Row, shoulder external rotation, and shoulder press - ANSWER>>What are the three movements
performed during the ball combo II exercise?
Improving strength and muscle size - ANSWER>>Creatine is most effective for what purpose?
Develop an appropriate aerobic base - ANSWER>>Which of the following defines the general goal or
outcome of training in zone 1?
Complex training - ANSWER>>A client performs a heavy squat exercise followed by a set of squat jumps.
What type of resistance training system is being used?
Quadriceps - ANSWER>>Which of the following muscle groups work eccentrically in the sagittal plane
during the lowering phase of the squat?
EXAM WITH 200+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS/AGRADE
Which sense provides information about changes in pressure on the skin, muscle length, and joint
angles? - ANSWER>>Somatosensory system
What are triglycerides? - ANSWER>>The stored form of fat
25 - ANSWER>>At what age is the adolescent brain considered to be fully developed?
EPOC is the increase in aerobic metabolism above baseline that occurs for a period after exercise. -
ANSWER>>What is excess postexercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)?
They act as shock absorbers. - ANSWER>>What is the purpose of the intervertebral discs?
Pectoral group - ANSWER>>Which of the following would not be an example of core musculature to
stabilize the trunk and pelvis?
Handstand push-up - ANSWER>>Which pressing exercise would be appropriate for someone who has
high levels of upper-body strength but has no equipment because they are traveling?
SMR/static stretching - ANSWER>>If your client is working in Phase 1 of the OPT model, what type of
flexibility training should they utilize?
A decrease in metabolic rate - ANSWER>>Which benefit listed is not correct regarding resistance
training?
low-intensity exercise consisting of movements that do not necessarily relate to the more intense
exercise immediately following - ANSWER>>How is a general warm-up best defined?
60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day - ANSWER>>What are the current physical
activity recommendations for youth?
It can reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol - ANSWER>>What impacts can exercise have
on cholesterol levels in the body?
To provide guidelines to help ensure quality and purity of products - ANSWER>>What is the purpose of
the Current Good Manufacturing Practices?
,SAQ training decreases the risk of osteopenia - ANSWER>>Which statement accurately describes the
physical benefits of SAQ training?
1 set, 10 to 15 repetitions, 3 to 10 exercise - ANSWER>>What are the recommended training variables
for dynamic stretching?
Strive for 20 to 30 minutes of continuous aerobic exercise daily. - ANSWER>>An obese client who has
been diagnosed with peripheral artery disease (PAD) should be advised to do which of the following?
Knee varus - ANSWER>>For which movement impairment would you see the knees bow outward?
Third class - ANSWER>>Performing a biceps curl with a dumbbell in the hand is an example of which
type of lever?
Deceleration - ANSWER>>Which of the following is a component of agility training?
Ankle sprains - ANSWER>>Competitive athletes who performed balance training exercises reduced the
risk of which injury by 46%?
Sport and exercise psychology - ANSWER>>Which subtopic of psychology deals with how the
environment affects exercise behavior?
30 - ANSWER>>At what BMI threshold does a person's chance for obesity-related health problems
increase?
Homeostasis - ANSWER>>The human body is uniquely designed to respond to stress and, if necessary,
make changes to maintain optimal health and physiological functioning. What is this process called?
the direct roller compression may create tissue relaxation and pain reduction in tissues by stimulating
nerve receptors. - ANSWER>>Which statement best describes the neurophysiological effect that occurs
from myofascial rolling?
Internodal pathway - ANSWER>>What structure in the heart transfers the electrical signal from the
sinoatrial (SA) node to the atrioventricular (AV) node?
Upper trapezius - ANSWER>>Which muscle would be considered overactive, leading to shoulder
elevation during the pushing assessment?
Client's choice - ANSWER>>Which component of an OPT workout is intended to help preserve client
autonomy?
,Prescribing a supplement - ANSWER>>Which of the following is not an appropriate expectation for a
CPT?
Omega-3 fatty acids - ANSWER>>Which type of lipids are considered to be heart-healthy and associated
with reduced inflammation?
Autonomic nervous system - ANSWER>>Which system supplies neural input to organs that run the
involuntary processes of the body?
axial and appendicular - ANSWER>>What are the two divisions of the skeletal system?
Transverse - ANSWER>>In what plane of movement do shoulder horizontal adduction and abduction
occur?
Oxidative phosphorylation - ANSWER>>If someone went out for a 5-mile jog with their friend, which
energy system would provide most of the ATP for this activity?
Resistance training - ANSWER>>In an integrated training program, what would the last portion of the
training session involve as the main exercise or movement component?
Frontal plane - ANSWER>>Scoliosis refers to deviations of the spine in which plane of motion?
Peripheral heart action system - ANSWER>>Which resistance training system is most appropriate for
hypertensive clients?
A detailed questionnaire designed to assess an individual's physical readiness to engage in structured
exercise - ANSWER>>What best defines a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)?
Reciprocal - ANSWER>>Self-esteem and body image are said to have which type of relationship?
Bench press - ANSWER>>Which of the following is considered an open-chain exercise?
Neuromuscular stabilization - ANSWER>>According to the integrated performance paradigm, which of
the following is a requirement for the safe control of movement during plyometrics?
To connect the central nervous system to the rest of the body - ANSWER>>What is the primary purpose
of the peripheral nervous system?
Progress their clients to more proprioceptively enriched exercises - ANSWER>>The goal of the Certified
Personal Trainer in utilizing machines in Phase 1 of the OPT model should be to do what?
, Having more mitochondria in their muscle - ANSWER>>Which of the following would make a person
better at oxidizing fat?
Suprailiac, thigh, and triceps - ANSWER>>The standard Jackson and Pollock 3-Site protocol for women
requires skinfold measurements at which of the following sites?
Increasing the velocity of each throw - ANSWER>>How could the personal trainer make the "single-leg
throw and catch" balance exercise more difficult for the client?
25 to 29.9 - ANSWER>>What BMI score is considered overweight?
A health club that offers a low-price membership, often including very few amenities other than access
to exercise equipment - ANSWER>>What statement best describes a low-cost health club?
Stretch-shortening cycle - ANSWER>>What is the complete transition from eccentric to concentric
muscle actions known as?
Maximal Strength Training - ANSWER>>What phase of the OPT model aims to maximize prime-mover
strength through the lifting of heavy loads?
Must be obtained in the diet, as the body is incapable of producing the nutrient on its own -
ANSWER>>What is the best definition of essential when discussing human nutrition?
Improved sleep - ANSWER>>Which benefit will positively affect the body through integrated training?
The stretch provides excessive stress on the kneecap and other tissues in the front knee. -
ANSWER>>Why is the arching quadriceps stretch considered a controversial lower-body stretch?
Row, shoulder external rotation, and shoulder press - ANSWER>>What are the three movements
performed during the ball combo II exercise?
Improving strength and muscle size - ANSWER>>Creatine is most effective for what purpose?
Develop an appropriate aerobic base - ANSWER>>Which of the following defines the general goal or
outcome of training in zone 1?
Complex training - ANSWER>>A client performs a heavy squat exercise followed by a set of squat jumps.
What type of resistance training system is being used?
Quadriceps - ANSWER>>Which of the following muscle groups work eccentrically in the sagittal plane
during the lowering phase of the squat?
