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Which is not a component of the cardiovascular system? a)heart b)blood c) blood vessels d)lungs - ✔✔D) Lungs What are the three functions of the nervous system? - ✔✔Sensory (gather info); Intregrative (interpret info); Motor (respond) The sensory neurons transmit nerve impulses to which structures? a)Other neurons b)The brain c)The spinal cord d)The brain & spinal cord - ✔✔D) The brain & spinal cord One of the main purposes of exercise is to exert the cardiovascular and respiratory systems? True or False? - ✔✔True What are the three systems that are collectively referred to as the kinetic chain? - ✔✔muscular, articular, neutral Is the oxidative system for producing aerobic energy or anaerobic energy? - ✔✔Aerobic Which energy system is needed for running up a 100-yard hill as fast as possible? a)Oxidative system b)ATP-CP system c)Anaerobic Glycolysis/lactic acid system - ✔✔B) ATP-CP system What is the function of the ATP-CP system? a)To provide energy all the time b)To provide energy for low intensity long workouts c)To provide energy for high intensity short workouts d)all of the above - ✔✔c)To provide energy for high intensity short Which of the following is NOT an organ or tissue required to work intensely during a workout? a)heart b)lungs c)muscle d)none of the above - ✔✔d)none of the above
A personal trainer can cause a client injury with an inappropriate workout if the trainer is not aware of how the body works? True or false? - ✔✔True Which of the following is not part of the study of biomechanics? a)Physics; fluid mechanics and thermodynamics (the study of energy) b)Biology; understanding tendons and muscles c)Mathematics; calculus and algebra d)Chemistry; the production of hormones during exercise - ✔✔d)Chemistry; the production of hormones during exercise Kinematics is the study of human motion. True or false? - ✔✔True What are the five biomechanical processes that occur duriing a warm-up exercise? - ✔✔cardiorespiratory changes (increased utilization of oxygen by muscles), increased blood flow to active muscles, heightened body temp, enhanced motor skills and brain transmissions with nervous impulses moving faster, increased discomfort from muscles and cardiorespiratory system What are the three groups of proprioceptors? - ✔✔Ligament, joint and skin proprioceptors, neck and inner ear proprioceptors, muscle proprioceptors As you walk from one end of the room to the other, what forces are influencing your movement? a)gravity b)friction c)tension d)all of the above - ✔✔d)all of the above What is the opposite of the motion pronation (to turn the palms face down)? - ✔✔Supination What are the three planes of motion that intersect in the body? - ✔✔Traverse plane, sagittal plane, frontal plane Concentric, eccentric and isometric/static are the names of three major types of what? - ✔✔Muscle action How is muscle strength typically measured? - ✔✔MMT - Manual muscle test
form with the client personally d)email it so the client will not be inconvenienced by having to write the answers - ✔✔c)going over the form with the client personally If the client has a condition such as lower back pain, the trainer should encourage the client to perform strength training for that region without prior approval from a health care physician. True or False? - ✔✔False What are some aspects of personal fitness that are included in program design? - ✔✔Anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, basic nutrition and knowledge of training special populations Postural misalignment and injury can be created by muscular imbalances. True or False? - ✔✔True What are physiological factors that one should consider in designing a fitness program? a)muscle action b)ATP usage c)proper positioning d) All of the above - ✔✔d) All of the above What are the three primary resistance training goals? - ✔✔Hypertrophy, muscular strength and muscular endurance Plyometrics are used with exercise beginners. True or False? - ✔✔False Using a variety of modes of cardiovascular training is called _____________. - ✔✔Cross-training How is exercise intensity measured? - ✔✔by the amount of oxygen consumed during exercise and the number of calories burned Periodization is a)muscular action in which there is no change in muscle length b)the use of progressive cycling in resistance training c)the position from which all movement begins and ends - ✔✔b)the use of progressive cycling in resistance training Name four ways that one can vary the volumen and intensity of exercise. - ✔✔changing the choice of exercises, varying the order of exercises, adjusting resistance or load, adjusting the number of sets of an exercise, changing the number of exercises for a specific muscle group, altering joint angles and
positioning, changing an exercise from working a single joint to multiple joints or vice versa, changing exercises from primary to assisted exercise or vice versa, changing the repetition or range of exercise, changing the type of muscle contraction, adjusting the speed of movement, altering rest periods between sets, adjusting nutrition The two forms of overtraining are________. - ✔✔Sympathetic and parasympathetic More than 30% of sports injuries seen are due to a lack of a warm-up. True or False? - ✔✔True Which of the following is NOT a type of passive warm-up? a)heat application b)hot shower c)massage d)stretching - ✔✔d)stretching Because a warm-up can improve flexibility, stretching should be done after the warm-up. True or False? - ✔✔True What are the three types of flexibility? - ✔✔Corrective, active, functional Where should a client with arthritis start on the flexibility continuum? - ✔✔Corrective Which of the three phases belong to the flexibility continuum? a)functional flexibility b)ballistic flexibility c)active flexibility d)corrective flexibility - ✔✔a)functional flexibility c)active flexibility d)corrective flexibility What is SMFR and what does the acronym stand for? - ✔✔It stands for static stretching and Self MyoFascial Release and is the technique involoved in corrective flexibility. Which three factors should be included in the design of a training program? - ✔✔Breathing, Posture, Warming Up What is the purpose of the corrective flexibility phase? - ✔✔To correct muscle imbalances and improve joint ailments.
If a person feels _________ dehydration has already started. - ✔✔Thirsty. Dehydration can be avoided if a client drinks a lot of water right before training. True or False - ✔✔False - client should drink water throughout the day. Before, during, after a workout. Water is lost through a)skin and respiratory tract b)urinationand feces c)skin d)both a and b - ✔✔d)both a and b If a person is suffering from _____________ he should be relocated to a cool area where he can lie down and drink plenty of fluids. - ✔✔Heat exhaustion If a person is suffering from ______________ he needs medical attention in addition to being relocated to a cool area and given fluids. - ✔✔Heat stroke Over-hydration is a common problem that can be treated with rest and fluid restriction. True or False? - ✔✔False - it is an uncommon problem If a person is dehydrated, the best way to overcome this is to consume a)water b)electrolyte based drinks - ✔✔b)electrolyte based drinks Water intoxication causes thickening of the blood and hypernatremia (too much sodium). True or False? - ✔✔False - causes thinning of the blood A person suffering from heat exhaustion will have __________ skin, while a person suffering from heat stroke will have ________skin. - ✔✔moist & flushed; hot & dry Pregnant women in their second trimester should avoid lying on their backs while performing exercises. True or False? - ✔✔True Which of the following activities is NOT recommended for a pregnant woman? a)pilates b)light/low impact aerobics c)long distance running d)swimming - ✔✔c)long distance running
List three types of exercises that are beneficial for elderly persons. - ✔✔Walking, dancing, swimming, light-to-moderate weight training. What are some reasons for the current increase in childhood obesity? - ✔✔There is the absence of physical activity in the daily routine of today's youth and they are participating in an unhealthy diet. When can exercise-induced asthma (EIA) occur during exercise? a)during the first 6-12 minutes of exercise b)during the last 5-10 minutes of exercise c)it can only happen after exercising for more than 30 minutes d)both A and B - ✔✔d)both A and B - a)during the first 6-12 minutes of exercise b)during the last 5-10 minutes of exercise Which part of the body is typically NOT affected when an individual suffers from osteoarthritis? a)knees b)back c)hips d)spine - ✔✔b)back Type 1 diabetes mellitus is caused by a failure of what organ? - ✔✔pancreas Type 2 diabetes mellitus can be managed with diet and exercise. True or False? - ✔✔True High blood pressure is referred to as ________. - ✔✔Hypertension Name three types of exercises that are beneficial for persons with high blood pressure. - ✔✔Yoga, jogging, taking the stairs, walking, cycling, golf, and swimming. The glycemic index is a ranking of _________ based on their simplicity. - ✔✔Carbohydrates Dietary guidelines currently recommend 20-30% of your daily calories come from carbohydrates. True or False? - ✔✔False - at least 40% Fat is necessary for the body in order to a)help us feel satiated b)transport vitamins A & D c)protect nerve fibers d)form hormones e)all of the above - ✔✔e)all of the above
Liability can be reduced by: - ✔✔Avoidance, Retention, Reduction, Transfer List four components of a good website - ✔✔A purpose, graphics and relevant links to other health and fitness sites; an appropriate domain name to generate and drive the buiness; interactive content (quizzes, polls, ways to calculate BMI); up-to-date information. When considering customer service, the acronym, READ, stands for: - ✔✔Rapport, empathy, assessment, development In order to become a personal trainer, an individual needs to obtain a bachelor's degree in Personal Training from an accredited institution. True or False? - ✔✔False Name the difference between a corporation and an S-Corporation. - ✔✔A corporation is a true business entity and must abide by federal, state and local regulations set forth for corporations. An S-Corporation is usually the best alternative for a small business. It protects the owners from personal asset loss and limits the risk of the individuals involved. The big difference is how the business is classified with the IRS and how taxes are handled. What are the components of a Business Plan? - ✔✔Budget, established policies for employees and clients, advertisements and profits. You should check the ________ website to ensure that the online certification program chose is accredited. - ✔✔National Organization for Competency Assurance at www.noca.org.
