ACE-PERSONAL-TRAINER Online Practice Questions and Answers

While evaluating a client's health-history questionnaire, an ACE certified Personal Trainer learns that the client had Knee surgery six month| ago. The client engaged in two weeks of physical therapy immediately after the procedure but has maintained a sedentary lifestyle since that time. The client reports that the knee now feels weak and unstable. Which of the following is MOST likely to have happened to the muscle tissue around the knee?

A. Arthritis

B. Atrophy

C. Bursitis

D. Hypertrophy

Which gland secretes hormones that increase oxygen uptake, increase heat production, and affect many metabolic functions'?

A. Adrenal

B. Hypothalamus

C. Pituitary

D. Thyroid

A client has missed three consecutive sessions because of scheduling conflicts One of the client's goals is to lose 15 lb (6.8 kg) before a high school reunion The reunion is in 10 weeks, and the client had lost 3 lb (1 4 kg) prior to the missed sessions. Which of the following statements by the ACE certified Personal Trainer would be MOST appropriate at the next session?

A. I'm glad you made it today. When we wrote down your goals in the beginning, you committed to three workouts a week Since you have not been able to do this. I think we should consider lowering your weight loss goal Maybe that goal is too stressful."

B. "Its great you made it today, but I am concerned about you missing so many sessions Let's review your goals and see what the problems seem to be You made a commitment, and it's important that you stick to your agreement."

C. "Glad you could make It today Have you been able to work out on your own since I last saw you'? There's only a few more weeks until the reunion, so today let's ramp up your workout to make up tor

lost time Ready?"

D. "I'm glad you were able to make it today How about if we spend some time before your workout reassessing our approach to your weight loss goal? Today's workout will be one you can do at home In case we are unable to complete it. How does that sound?"

Which of the following is the MOST important application of fitness testing?

A. Determining maximum performance potential in an individual

B. Assessing improvements in an individual over time

C. Diagnosing health conditions that require a physician referral

D. Comparing individual fitness levels to established norms

A client training for competitive American football wishes to increase leg strength Over the past three

months, the client's squats have improved from 3 sets repetitions with 185 lb (83 9 kg) to 3 sets repetitions

with 225 lb (102.1 kg).

Which of the following alterations is BEST for progression?

A. Decrease load and substitute with endurance work.

B. Eliminate squats and substitute leg press.

C. increase load by 5%.

D. increase repetitions to failure.

Overuse injuries are generally caused by which of the following'?

A. Infrequent high-intensity exercise or sports activity

B. Exercise that Involves repetitive stress and poor body mechanics

C. Interval training with insufficient rest periods during a given workout

D. Strength training with insufficient rest periods during a given workout

Regarding muscle performance, which of the following is exhibited by this client?

A. Glute dominance

B. Overactive plantar flexors

C. Quadriceps dominance

D. Underactive hamstrings

The following nutritional information is given on a food label: Serving Size: 1 Amount per serving: 1 Calories: 390 Protein: 25 g Total carbohydrate: 50 g Cholesterol: 25 mg Sodium: 390 mg How many grams are derived from fat?

A. 5

B. 10

C. 15

D. 25

A person's self-efficacy as it relates to exercise can be MOST influenced by which of the following?

A. Self-reinforcement

B. Active rehearsal

C. Positive reinforcement

D. A successful exercise experience

What body position projects self-confidence?

A. Having rigid posture

B. Having arms crossed

C. Being stooped forward

D. Being open and well-balanced

Your client, who is a golfer, is throwing a weighted ball against a wall. The client is facing away from the wall so that he must rotate his trunk in order to toss the ball. This activity BEST represents the __________ principle.

A. Overload

B. Reversibility

C. Specificity

D. Voluntary stimulation

A 45-year-old client has been training with a personal trainer for five weeks and is now complaining of difficulty sleeping, tiredness, recurring colds, frequent thirst, and decreased appetite. In addition to training with the personal trainer twice a week, the client is working out with a daily 60 minute DVD and trying to run 15-20 miles on the weekends. Based on this information, which of the following MOST likely describes the situation?

A. The client is showing signs of overtraining. Recommend stopping all exercise for at least one to two

weeks to allow body recovery.

B. The client is showing signs of overtraining. Recommend decreasing the frequency and intensity of workouts and planning for recovery.

C. The client is showing signs of overtraining. Recommend switching to a Yoga-based program, as the running and other workouts are too hard for someone of the client's age.

D. The client is finally showing some progress. Explain that when adding new workouts to a routine, the client will experience some of these symptoms but will need to "tough it out" until it gets better with consistent effort.

When training a client in a home gym, it is necessary for the personal trainer to do which of the following?

A. Carry equipment repair tools to do on the spot repairs as needed.

B. Avoid using any of the client's personal equipment.

C. Phone equipment manufacturer(s) as repairs are needed.

D. Inspect all home equipment prior to each session.

A client is being treated by a physician for high blood pressure with a diuretic. You should be aware that when exercising, the client may exhibit:

A. Signs and symptoms of dehydration.

B. Muscle fatigue and increased fluid retention.

C. Increased fluid retention and decreased exercise heart rate

D. Decreased exercise heart rate and muscular weakness.

A 24-year-old client wants to improve his fitness. The client answers yes to the question "Is your doctor currently prescribing drugs for blood pressure or a heart condition?" on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire. How should the personal trainer respond?

A. Perform a complete fitness assessment to make sure the client is able to start an exercise program.

B. Have the client obtain a physician's release before becoming more physically active

C. Start the client on a moderate walking program for two to four weeks.

D. Have the client sign a liability waiver against any claim of injury.