AFAA - Group Fitness Instructor - Module 5 Exam
Questions and Answers
Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) - -A technique used to express or validate how hard a
client feels he or she is working during exercise.
-Self-evaluation of intensity associated with the ability to talk while exercising - -Talk Test
-Dyspnea Scale - -A subjective scale representing how participants perceive difficulty in
terms of breathing
-Instructor watches for physical signs of overexertion - -Observation
-Identify which exercises are most appropriate for a strength and resistance class - -Push-
ups, Biceps curls, Squat to overhead press
-At what intensity will participants perform a 3-minute recovery interval before
transitioning into a 1-minute interval of 76-85% of their HRmax? - -65-75%
-In a strength and resistance class, which set of variables is most appropriate for strength
or muscular development? - -6 - 12 reps
-Which of the following is appropriate for the movement prep segment of a cycle workout?
- -Single-leg pedaling
-Which of the following best demonstrates a good introduction for a safe and effective
group fitness class? - -"Welcome to strength endurance 101! This class will use your whole
body, and no equipment is needed. Let's start!"
-How many components of class design does AFAA recommend? - -5
-Which of the following is a benefit of movement prep? - -Reduces the risk of injury
-Which statement best describes rate of perceived exertion? - -A subjective technique used
to express how hard a participant feels he or she is working during exercise
-Which of the following can occur if one transitions too quickly from intense movement to
slower movement? - -An increased risk of fainting
-The talk test implies which of the following? - -If a participant is working so hard they
cannot speak, the intensity is too high
-Which of the following might be used to express how hard someone feels they are
working? - -Rating of perceived exertion (RPE)
Questions and Answers
Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) - -A technique used to express or validate how hard a
client feels he or she is working during exercise.
-Self-evaluation of intensity associated with the ability to talk while exercising - -Talk Test
-Dyspnea Scale - -A subjective scale representing how participants perceive difficulty in
terms of breathing
-Instructor watches for physical signs of overexertion - -Observation
-Identify which exercises are most appropriate for a strength and resistance class - -Push-
ups, Biceps curls, Squat to overhead press
-At what intensity will participants perform a 3-minute recovery interval before
transitioning into a 1-minute interval of 76-85% of their HRmax? - -65-75%
-In a strength and resistance class, which set of variables is most appropriate for strength
or muscular development? - -6 - 12 reps
-Which of the following is appropriate for the movement prep segment of a cycle workout?
- -Single-leg pedaling
-Which of the following best demonstrates a good introduction for a safe and effective
group fitness class? - -"Welcome to strength endurance 101! This class will use your whole
body, and no equipment is needed. Let's start!"
-How many components of class design does AFAA recommend? - -5
-Which of the following is a benefit of movement prep? - -Reduces the risk of injury
-Which statement best describes rate of perceived exertion? - -A subjective technique used
to express how hard a participant feels he or she is working during exercise
-Which of the following can occur if one transitions too quickly from intense movement to
slower movement? - -An increased risk of fainting
-The talk test implies which of the following? - -If a participant is working so hard they
cannot speak, the intensity is too high
-Which of the following might be used to express how hard someone feels they are
working? - -Rating of perceived exertion (RPE)
