ACE Personal Trainer Practice Exam

2025 Edition

Take this free ACE Personal Trainer practice exam to get an idea of the type of questions that appear on the actual certification exam.

The ACE Personal Trainer exam is comprised of 150 multiple-choice questions based on 4 subject areas. These subject areas are broken down as follows:

Interviews and Assessments
Program Design and Implementation
Program Modifications and Progression; and
Professional Conduct, Safety and Risk Management.

For complete practice, check out the ACE Practice Exam Kit with 750 questions and fully explained answers. It was coauthored by health and fitness writers Christy Hamilton and Susan Hill, who have both been ACE Certified Personal Trainers.

Interviews and Assessments

1.	In what stage of the client-trainer relationship are health-history and lifestyle questionnaires administered?
		a. Rapport Stage
The investigation stage occurs between the rapport stage and planning stage, and is typically when a trainer will ask a client to fill out a health-history or lifestyle questionnaire. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Investigation Stage
The investigation stage occurs between the rapport stage and planning stage, and is typically when a trainer will ask a client to fill out a health-history or lifestyle questionnaire. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Planning Stage
The investigation stage occurs between the rapport stage and planning stage, and is typically when a trainer will ask a client to fill out a health-history or lifestyle questionnaire. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Action Stage
The investigation stage occurs between the rapport stage and planning stage, and is typically when a trainer will ask a client to fill out a health-history or lifestyle questionnaire. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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2.	Dan is a new client whom you are meeting with for the first time today. He will most likely be evaluating you as a trainer through both your verbal and non-verbal communication. What stage of the client-trainer relationship are you in with Dan?
		a. Planning Stage
When you are first meeting a client and verbal and non-verbal communication are extremely important to consider, you are in the rapport stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Action Stage
When you are first meeting a client and verbal and non-verbal communication are extremely important to consider, you are in the rapport stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Rapport Stage
When you are first meeting a client and verbal and non-verbal communication are extremely important to consider, you are in the rapport stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Investigation Stage
When you are first meeting a client and verbal and non-verbal communication are extremely important to consider, you are in the rapport stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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3.	Kristin is in for her second session and you are conducting fitness assessments. While you are checking her body fat percentage you ask her about types of exercise she prefers to do. What stage of the client-trainer relationship are you in with Kristin?
		a. Rapport Stage
This is an example of gathering information, which you should do before the planning stage. This is part of the investigation stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Planning Stage
This is an example of gathering information, which you should do before the planning stage. This is part of the investigation stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Investigation Stage
This is an example of gathering information, which you should do before the planning stage. This is part of the investigation stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Action Stage
This is an example of gathering information, which you should do before the planning stage. This is part of the investigation stage. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

4.	What can submaximal cycle ergometer testing predict?
		a. VO2max
Submax cycle ergometer testing is a form of graded exercise test and not able to assess body composition, height, or weight. It is typically used to predict values of physiological variables at maximal exercise, like VO2max. VO2max is the greatest amount of oxygen an individual can consume per minute. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Body Mass Index
Submax cycle ergometer testing is a form of graded exercise test and not able to assess body composition, height, or weight. It is typically used to predict values of physiological variables at maximal exercise, like VO2max. VO2max is the greatest amount of oxygen an individual can consume per minute. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Body Fat Percent
Submax cycle ergometer testing is a form of graded exercise test and not able to assess body composition, height, or weight. It is typically used to predict values of physiological variables at maximal exercise, like VO2max. VO2max is the greatest amount of oxygen an individual can consume per minute. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. All of the above
Submax cycle ergometer testing is a form of graded exercise test and not able to assess body composition, height, or weight. It is typically used to predict values of physiological variables at maximal exercise, like VO2max. VO2max is the greatest amount of oxygen an individual can consume per minute. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

5.	According to the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model, what step in the training process best follows the testing of resting measures such as heart rate and blood pressure?
		a. Core Function
It is considered best to test a client's static posture after taking resting measures but before getting into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Balance
It is considered best to test a client's static posture after taking resting measures but before getting into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Static Posture
It is considered best to test a client's static posture after taking resting measures but before getting into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Health Related Assessments
It is considered best to test a client's static posture after taking resting measures but before getting into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

6.	In which stage of the Theoretical Model of Behavior Change is a client ready to adopt and live a healthy lifestyle?
		a. Contemplation
A person in the preparation phase may be somewhat sporadic in their activity level, but is ready to make the change to a healthy lifestyle. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Preparation
A person in the preparation phase may be somewhat sporadic in their activity level, but is ready to make the change to a healthy lifestyle. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Precontemplation
A person in the preparation phase may be somewhat sporadic in their activity level, but is ready to make the change to a healthy lifestyle. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Action
A person in the preparation phase may be somewhat sporadic in their activity level, but is ready to make the change to a healthy lifestyle. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

7.	Your client tells you that he understands that his family has a history of heart disease and that being overweight can increase his risk for such conditions. He is still wary of beginning any kind of exercise program and says that he has never had any weight loss success in the past. According to the Theoretical Model of Behavioral Change, what stage of change is your client in?
		a. Contemplation
In the precontemplation phase people are beginning to understand the implications of being inactive, but are not quite ready to commit to a change yet. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Preparation
In the precontemplation phase people are beginning to understand the implications of being inactive, but are not quite ready to commit to a change yet. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Precontemplation
In the precontemplation phase people are beginning to understand the implications of being inactive, but are not quite ready to commit to a change yet. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Action
In the precontemplation phase people are beginning to understand the implications of being inactive, but are not quite ready to commit to a change yet. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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8.	A 55 year old sedentary man, with a family history of smoking and diabetes mellitus comes to your studio, looking for a personal trainer. However, he states during his health history evaluation that he has no signs or symptoms of cardiovascular disease. Which risk category for cardiovascular disease would he fall under?
		a. Low
Given the individual has 2 or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but is asymptomatic with no past history of cardiovascular disease, he is placed in the moderate category. If an individual has less than 2 risk factors they will be placed in the low risk category. If they are symptomatic or have a history of cardiovascular disease they are placed in the high category. The very high category does not exist. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Moderate
Given the individual has 2 or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but is asymptomatic with no past history of cardiovascular disease, he is placed in the moderate category. If an individual has less than 2 risk factors they will be placed in the low risk category. If they are symptomatic or have a history of cardiovascular disease they are placed in the high category. The very high category does not exist. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. High
Given the individual has 2 or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but is asymptomatic with no past history of cardiovascular disease, he is placed in the moderate category. If an individual has less than 2 risk factors they will be placed in the low risk category. If they are symptomatic or have a history of cardiovascular disease they are placed in the high category. The very high category does not exist. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Very High
Given the individual has 2 or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but is asymptomatic with no past history of cardiovascular disease, he is placed in the moderate category. If an individual has less than 2 risk factors they will be placed in the low risk category. If they are symptomatic or have a history of cardiovascular disease they are placed in the high category. The very high category does not exist. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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9.	Which of the following is an example of what is generally measured in a physiologic assessment?
		a. Resting vital signs
Psychological mood is not measured in a physiologic assessment given it is a psychometric variable. However, resting vital signs (such as heart rate and blood pressure) as well as joint flexibility are measured. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Joint flexibility
Psychological mood is not measured in a physiologic assessment given it is a psychometric variable. However, resting vital signs (such as heart rate and blood pressure) as well as joint flexibility are measured. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Psychological mood
Psychological mood is not measured in a physiologic assessment given it is a psychometric variable. However, resting vital signs (such as heart rate and blood pressure) as well as joint flexibility are measured. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Both resting vital signs and joint flexibility
Psychological mood is not measured in a physiologic assessment given it is a psychometric variable. However, resting vital signs (such as heart rate and blood pressure) as well as joint flexibility are measured. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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10.	Which of the following environmental testing conditions can most confound results of a physiologic assessment?
		a. An ambient air temperature of 96 degrees Fahrenheit
Given physiologic assessments consist of measuring vital signs, environmental factors that influence the body's hemodynamics should be taken into account. Time of day would not inherently affect this, however temperature may. If ambient temperature is much higher than core body temperature (96 degrees Fahrenheit) then heart rate among other measures will be affected. 80 degrees Fahrenheit is close enough to core body temperature that it would not meaningfully influence physiology in a way that confounds the assessment. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. An ambient air temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit
Given physiologic assessments consist of measuring vital signs, environmental factors that influence the body's hemodynamics should be taken into account. Time of day would not inherently affect this, however temperature may. If ambient temperature is much higher than core body temperature (96 degrees Fahrenheit) then heart rate among other measures will be affected. 80 degrees Fahrenheit is close enough to core body temperature that it would not meaningfully influence physiology in a way that confounds the assessment. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Time of day being 10 am
Given physiologic assessments consist of measuring vital signs, environmental factors that influence the body's hemodynamics should be taken into account. Time of day would not inherently affect this, however temperature may. If ambient temperature is much higher than core body temperature (96 degrees Fahrenheit) then heart rate among other measures will be affected. 80 degrees Fahrenheit is close enough to core body temperature that it would not meaningfully influence physiology in a way that confounds the assessment. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Time of day being 7 pm
Given physiologic assessments consist of measuring vital signs, environmental factors that influence the body's hemodynamics should be taken into account. Time of day would not inherently affect this, however temperature may. If ambient temperature is much higher than core body temperature (96 degrees Fahrenheit) then heart rate among other measures will be affected. 80 degrees Fahrenheit is close enough to core body temperature that it would not meaningfully influence physiology in a way that confounds the assessment. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

11.	During initial assessments, a client's pulse can be manually taken at all of the following locations except:
		a. Radial artery
The pulmonary artery is a deep artery and cannot be palpated manually. The other three are superficial and can thus be felt and measured by the hands. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Carotid artery
The pulmonary artery is a deep artery and cannot be palpated manually. The other three are superficial and can thus be felt and measured by the hands. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Dorsalis pedis
The pulmonary artery is a deep artery and cannot be palpated manually. The other three are superficial and can thus be felt and measured by the hands. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Pulmonary artery
The pulmonary artery is a deep artery and cannot be palpated manually. The other three are superficial and can thus be felt and measured by the hands. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Interviews and Assessments

12.	Which method of feedback on exercise difficulty should you discuss with your client during the initial interview?
		a. The Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion Scale
The only method of feedback listed is the Borg scale. This scale is used to measure the perceived difficulty of exercises and can help gauge relative intensity of movements. This is important to cover with a client during the initial interview because it is an informative feedback tool. The Naughton protocol is designed for GXT performance. The Duke Nomogram is a normative rating scale for physiological parameters that predicts morbidity. The Karvonen method is a method of predicting max heart rate based on age. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. The Naughton Protocol
The only method of feedback listed is the Borg scale. This scale is used to measure the perceived difficulty of exercises and can help gauge relative intensity of movements. This is important to cover with a client during the initial interview because it is an informative feedback tool. The Naughton protocol is designed for GXT performance. The Duke Nomogram is a normative rating scale for physiological parameters that predicts morbidity. The Karvonen method is a method of predicting max heart rate based on age. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. The Duke Nomogram
The only method of feedback listed is the Borg scale. This scale is used to measure the perceived difficulty of exercises and can help gauge relative intensity of movements. This is important to cover with a client during the initial interview because it is an informative feedback tool. The Naughton protocol is designed for GXT performance. The Duke Nomogram is a normative rating scale for physiological parameters that predicts morbidity. The Karvonen method is a method of predicting max heart rate based on age. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. The Karvonen Method
The only method of feedback listed is the Borg scale. This scale is used to measure the perceived difficulty of exercises and can help gauge relative intensity of movements. This is important to cover with a client during the initial interview because it is an informative feedback tool. The Naughton protocol is designed for GXT performance. The Duke Nomogram is a normative rating scale for physiological parameters that predicts morbidity. The Karvonen method is a method of predicting max heart rate based on age. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

13.	Which of the following is typically considered by clients to be the most important factor in creating a positive first impression?
		a. A trainer who is in good shape.
Based on study of client-feedback, the most important aspect of a good first impression consisted of a trainer listening and being genuinely interested in what they had to say. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. A trainer who communicates well.
Based on study of client-feedback, the most important aspect of a good first impression consisted of a trainer listening and being genuinely interested in what they had to say. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. A trainer who offers to listen to his or her home-life problems.
Based on study of client-feedback, the most important aspect of a good first impression consisted of a trainer listening and being genuinely interested in what they had to say. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. A trainer who has good posture and appears sure of themselves.
Based on study of client-feedback, the most important aspect of a good first impression consisted of a trainer listening and being genuinely interested in what they had to say. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

14.	What is an example of non-verbal communication?
		a. Tone of voice.
Tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can all effect how a client views and hears you, regardless of what you are saying. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Facial expression.
Tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can all effect how a client views and hears you, regardless of what you are saying. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Body language.
Tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can all effect how a client views and hears you, regardless of what you are saying. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. All of the above.
Tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can all effect how a client views and hears you, regardless of what you are saying. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		e. Both B and C only
Tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can all effect how a client views and hears you, regardless of what you are saying. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

15.	Saying things like, "I understand, 125 feels like your ideal weight." Is an example of which positive listening skill?
		a. Encouraging
Paraphrasing is a great way to show the client that you are listening as well as to make sure you are hearing what they are saying correctly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Planning
Paraphrasing is a great way to show the client that you are listening as well as to make sure you are hearing what they are saying correctly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Questioning
Paraphrasing is a great way to show the client that you are listening as well as to make sure you are hearing what they are saying correctly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Paraphrasing
Paraphrasing is a great way to show the client that you are listening as well as to make sure you are hearing what they are saying correctly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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16.	Which of the following is an example of a good open-ended question?
		a. Do you feel that you are ready to begin a fitness program?
Any question that requires an answer other than "yes" or "no" is an open-ended question and keeps the conversation going. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Do you have any questions about personal training?
Any question that requires an answer other than "yes" or "no" is an open-ended question and keeps the conversation going. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Are there any exercises that you dislike?
Any question that requires an answer other than "yes" or "no" is an open-ended question and keeps the conversation going. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. What made you decide to pursue personal training?
Any question that requires an answer other than "yes" or "no" is an open-ended question and keeps the conversation going. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

17.	You have been working with Judy for 1 month now. Her initial goals were to gain strength in her lower body and you have been working on body weight squats and lunges. She can perform 3 sets of 15 squats without a struggle. What is the best course of action to continue to increase her lower body strength significantly?
		a. Continue with the program as it is.
Adding resistance is the next step in strength increase. This will produce significant results in lower body strength as opposed to increasing repetitions. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Add resistance to her squats and lunges.
Adding resistance is the next step in strength increase. This will produce significant results in lower body strength as opposed to increasing repetitions. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Increase the number of squats to 20 repetitions per set.
Adding resistance is the next step in strength increase. This will produce significant results in lower body strength as opposed to increasing repetitions. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Discontinue the squats and lunges until she finds them difficult again.
Adding resistance is the next step in strength increase. This will produce significant results in lower body strength as opposed to increasing repetitions. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

18.	When prescribing static stretches during a resistance training workout, when should the static stretches be performed?
		a. Immediately before the workout
Static stretches should not be performed before or during a workout given they inhibit the myotatic reflex and reduce performance. Performing static stretches post workout when muscles are warm will allow flexibility to increase without compromising workout quality. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Between exercises during the workout
Static stretches should not be performed before or during a workout given they inhibit the myotatic reflex and reduce performance. Performing static stretches post workout when muscles are warm will allow flexibility to increase without compromising workout quality. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Immediately following the workout
Static stretches should not be performed before or during a workout given they inhibit the myotatic reflex and reduce performance. Performing static stretches post workout when muscles are warm will allow flexibility to increase without compromising workout quality. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Both before and after the workout
Static stretches should not be performed before or during a workout given they inhibit the myotatic reflex and reduce performance. Performing static stretches post workout when muscles are warm will allow flexibility to increase without compromising workout quality. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

Program Design and Implementation

19.	Which of the following movements should be performed first on an upper body day in a resistance training program?
		a. Barbell biceps curl
When sequencing movements in a resistance training program, compound multi joint movements should be performed before single joint movements. Both the barbell biceps curl and barbell lying triceps extension are single joint movements for the upper body, meaning they should not be performed first. The barbell back squat is a lower body movement meaning it should not be performed on this training day. The only listed compound upper body movement is the barbell bench press. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Barbell lying triceps extension
When sequencing movements in a resistance training program, compound multi joint movements should be performed before single joint movements. Both the barbell biceps curl and barbell lying triceps extension are single joint movements for the upper body, meaning they should not be performed first. The barbell back squat is a lower body movement meaning it should not be performed on this training day. The only listed compound upper body movement is the barbell bench press. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Barbell bench press
When sequencing movements in a resistance training program, compound multi joint movements should be performed before single joint movements. Both the barbell biceps curl and barbell lying triceps extension are single joint movements for the upper body, meaning they should not be performed first. The barbell back squat is a lower body movement meaning it should not be performed on this training day. The only listed compound upper body movement is the barbell bench press. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Barbell back squat
When sequencing movements in a resistance training program, compound multi joint movements should be performed before single joint movements. Both the barbell biceps curl and barbell lying triceps extension are single joint movements for the upper body, meaning they should not be performed first. The barbell back squat is a lower body movement meaning it should not be performed on this training day. The only listed compound upper body movement is the barbell bench press. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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20.	A client wants to increase the strength of her upper back muscles. Which of the following exercises will help the least with this goal?
		a. The barbell bent over row
The face pull and barbell bent over row involve training the rhomboids and rear deltoids, among other upper back muscles. The barbell high pull is driven by the upper trapezius, which is a muscle of the upper back. The seated machine back extension is driven by the erector spinae and other lower back muscles, with none of its agonists being anatomically located on the upper back. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. The barbell high pull
The face pull and barbell bent over row involve training the rhomboids and rear deltoids, among other upper back muscles. The barbell high pull is driven by the upper trapezius, which is a muscle of the upper back. The seated machine back extension is driven by the erector spinae and other lower back muscles, with none of its agonists being anatomically located on the upper back. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. The face pull
The face pull and barbell bent over row involve training the rhomboids and rear deltoids, among other upper back muscles. The barbell high pull is driven by the upper trapezius, which is a muscle of the upper back. The seated machine back extension is driven by the erector spinae and other lower back muscles, with none of its agonists being anatomically located on the upper back. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. The seated machine back extension
The face pull and barbell bent over row involve training the rhomboids and rear deltoids, among other upper back muscles. The barbell high pull is driven by the upper trapezius, which is a muscle of the upper back. The seated machine back extension is driven by the erector spinae and other lower back muscles, with none of its agonists being anatomically located on the upper back. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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21.	A 38 year old male client wants to improve his body composition, and comes to you for assistance. He works 60 hours a week in a high stress job and is also a father of a young baby. Due to this, the client has limited availability for training and can only meet twice per week with you to train. Which of the following is most helpful in achieving his goals for you prescribe?
		a. Two days per week of aerobic training
Training with heavy or high work-loads and low reps will primarily help increase muscular strength, and not facilitate much change in body composition. Similarly, aerobic training can help increase total daily energy expenditure making fat loss easier, but it is not the best choice given it does not promote an improvement in body composition through increasing fat free mass. Circuit training both promotes hypertrophy and increases total daily energy expenditure, helping improve body composition in multiple ways and making it the best choice. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Two days of circuit resistance training
Training with heavy or high work-loads and low reps will primarily help increase muscular strength, and not facilitate much change in body composition. Similarly, aerobic training can help increase total daily energy expenditure making fat loss easier, but it is not the best choice given it does not promote an improvement in body composition through increasing fat free mass. Circuit training both promotes hypertrophy and increases total daily energy expenditure, helping improve body composition in multiple ways and making it the best choice. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Two days of resistance training with low reps and high workloads
Training with heavy or high work-loads and low reps will primarily help increase muscular strength, and not facilitate much change in body composition. Similarly, aerobic training can help increase total daily energy expenditure making fat loss easier, but it is not the best choice given it does not promote an improvement in body composition through increasing fat free mass. Circuit training both promotes hypertrophy and increases total daily energy expenditure, helping improve body composition in multiple ways and making it the best choice. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. One day of aerobic training, and one day of resistance training with heavy loads
Training with heavy or high work-loads and low reps will primarily help increase muscular strength, and not facilitate much change in body composition. Similarly, aerobic training can help increase total daily energy expenditure making fat loss easier, but it is not the best choice given it does not promote an improvement in body composition through increasing fat free mass. Circuit training both promotes hypertrophy and increases total daily energy expenditure, helping improve body composition in multiple ways and making it the best choice. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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22.	A 23 year old female client wants to begin a resistance training program with you to optimize her health and wellbeing, while building muscle. Which intensity prescription should you focus on?
		a. 30-50% 1RM
According to prescription guidelines, this is the ideal range for this type of client to build muscle and is the best of the options listed. The client being female does not impact prescription recommendations. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 50-60% 1RM
According to prescription guidelines, this is the ideal range for this type of client to build muscle and is the best of the options listed. The client being female does not impact prescription recommendations. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 60-70% 1RM
According to prescription guidelines, this is the ideal range for this type of client to build muscle and is the best of the options listed. The client being female does not impact prescription recommendations. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 70-80% 1RM
According to prescription guidelines, this is the ideal range for this type of client to build muscle and is the best of the options listed. The client being female does not impact prescription recommendations. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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23.	Your client has a goal of increasing multiple effort power. How many repetitions should she perform during the typical set?
		a. 1-2
To increase multiple effort power, 3-5 reps should be performed. 1-2 reps only improve single effort power, and sets of 6 or greater are not associated with increases in power. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 3-5
To increase multiple effort power, 3-5 reps should be performed. 1-2 reps only improve single effort power, and sets of 6 or greater are not associated with increases in power. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 6-10
To increase multiple effort power, 3-5 reps should be performed. 1-2 reps only improve single effort power, and sets of 6 or greater are not associated with increases in power. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 11-15
To increase multiple effort power, 3-5 reps should be performed. 1-2 reps only improve single effort power, and sets of 6 or greater are not associated with increases in power. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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24.	How long should your client rest between sets when training for muscular endurance?
		a.
According to prescription guidelines, rest periods for muscular endurance training programs should be kept under 30 seconds. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 30-90 seconds
According to prescription guidelines, rest periods for muscular endurance training programs should be kept under 30 seconds. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 2-5 minutes
According to prescription guidelines, rest periods for muscular endurance training programs should be kept under 30 seconds. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. It doesn't matter.
According to prescription guidelines, rest periods for muscular endurance training programs should be kept under 30 seconds. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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25.	What is an example of the "tell, show, do" technique used in the early stages of training?
		a. Telling your client to show you how to correctly perform an exercise.
As a trainer you should always explain how to perform the exercise and show your client how it should look before they perform it. You should also allow them to try it immediately after, while you are with them. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Showing your client proper form of every exercise and allowing them to try it on their own later.
As a trainer you should always explain how to perform the exercise and show your client how it should look before they perform it. You should also allow them to try it immediately after, while you are with them. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Explaining the proper way to perform an exercise, showing your client, and then allowing them to try the exercise.
As a trainer you should always explain how to perform the exercise and show your client how it should look before they perform it. You should also allow them to try it immediately after, while you are with them. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Watching the client perform the exercise and giving feedback about the proper form.
As a trainer you should always explain how to perform the exercise and show your client how it should look before they perform it. You should also allow them to try it immediately after, while you are with them. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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26.	Beth is a 28-year-old woman who is looking to improve her overall fitness. How long should she rest for in between sets on a leg press exercise?
		a. Less than 30 seconds
A person exercising for the purpose of general fitness should rest for 30-90 seconds in between sets of a resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 30-90 seconds
A person exercising for the purpose of general fitness should rest for 30-90 seconds in between sets of a resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 2-5 minutes
A person exercising for the purpose of general fitness should rest for 30-90 seconds in between sets of a resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 30-60 seconds
A person exercising for the purpose of general fitness should rest for 30-90 seconds in between sets of a resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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27.	Bob is a 30-year-old man looking to increase muscular endurance for distance running. How long should he rest in between sets on the leg extension machine?
		a. Less than 30 seconds
When training for muscular endurance, a rest interval of less than 30 seconds in between sets of resistance exercise is optimal. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 30-90 seconds
When training for muscular endurance, a rest interval of less than 30 seconds in between sets of resistance exercise is optimal. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 2-5 minutes
When training for muscular endurance, a rest interval of less than 30 seconds in between sets of resistance exercise is optimal. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 30-60 seconds
When training for muscular endurance, a rest interval of less than 30 seconds in between sets of resistance exercise is optimal. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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28.	Andrew is a 35-year-old man who is looking to increase strength in his upper body. How long should he rest in between sets of a bench press exercise?
		a. Less than 30 seconds
When training for muscular strength or power a person should rest for a good 2-5 minutes between sets of resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 30-90 seconds
When training for muscular strength or power a person should rest for a good 2-5 minutes between sets of resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 2-5 minutes
When training for muscular strength or power a person should rest for a good 2-5 minutes between sets of resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 30-60 seconds
When training for muscular strength or power a person should rest for a good 2-5 minutes between sets of resistance exercise. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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29.	When training a client to activate their core for the purpose of gaining proximal stability, what exercise modality should come first in the progression?
		a. A sequence of movements in alternating planes with contralateral limbs raised off the floor.
A sequence of controlled shoulder movements with one arm raised an inch off the ground is an appropriate beginning exercise for core stability. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Sagittal plane shoulder movements with one arm raised off the floor.
A sequence of controlled shoulder movements with one arm raised an inch off the ground is an appropriate beginning exercise for core stability. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Frontal plane hip movements with one knee raised off the floor.
A sequence of controlled shoulder movements with one arm raised an inch off the ground is an appropriate beginning exercise for core stability. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Transverse plane hip movements with one knee raised off the floor.
A sequence of controlled shoulder movements with one arm raised an inch off the ground is an appropriate beginning exercise for core stability. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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30.	James has been training for and competing in triathlons for 5 years. He wants to increase running speed and cycling power. How many times should you suggest he train per week?
		a. 2-3
An athlete with advanced skill like James should train no less than 4 times a week and can train up to 7 if done properly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 3-4
An athlete with advanced skill like James should train no less than 4 times a week and can train up to 7 if done properly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 4-6
An athlete with advanced skill like James should train no less than 4 times a week and can train up to 7 if done properly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 4-7
An athlete with advanced skill like James should train no less than 4 times a week and can train up to 7 if done properly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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31.	Bill is training at 80-90% of his 1 repetition maximum on leg press. How long should he typically wait before training his legs again?
		a. 24 hours
While it is recommended to wait 48 hours in between general resistance training sessions, when training at a workload as high as 80-90% of a client's 1RM it is recommended to wait 72 hours before working the muscle group again. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 36 hours
While it is recommended to wait 48 hours in between general resistance training sessions, when training at a workload as high as 80-90% of a client's 1RM it is recommended to wait 72 hours before working the muscle group again. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 48 hours
While it is recommended to wait 48 hours in between general resistance training sessions, when training at a workload as high as 80-90% of a client's 1RM it is recommended to wait 72 hours before working the muscle group again. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 72 hours
While it is recommended to wait 48 hours in between general resistance training sessions, when training at a workload as high as 80-90% of a client's 1RM it is recommended to wait 72 hours before working the muscle group again. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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32.	Which of the following variables can be adjusted to account for progression in a standard resistance training or cardiorespiratory exercise program?
		a. Volume
All of these variables fall within the FITT-VP designation. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Frequency
All of these variables fall within the FITT-VP designation. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Intensity
All of these variables fall within the FITT-VP designation. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. All of the above
All of these variables fall within the FITT-VP designation. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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33.	Which increase in intensity is standard in a linear progression model for a novice or intermediate trainee?
		a. 2.5%
According to progression guidelines, 5% is the standard amount. Progressing slower is not necessary and progressing faster will lead to stalling very quickly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. 5%
According to progression guidelines, 5% is the standard amount. Progressing slower is not necessary and progressing faster will lead to stalling very quickly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. 10%
According to progression guidelines, 5% is the standard amount. Progressing slower is not necessary and progressing faster will lead to stalling very quickly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. 15%
According to progression guidelines, 5% is the standard amount. Progressing slower is not necessary and progressing faster will lead to stalling very quickly. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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34.	What phenomena can be expected as an individual progresses from an intermediate to advanced trainee?
		a. Specificity
As a trainee adapts, they can expect to encounter diminishing returns. The amount of muscular hypertrophy and overall adaptation that occurs due to training will lessen the more adapted an individual is. Trainees will adapt much more during their first 6 months of training than they will 2-3 years into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Reversibility
As a trainee adapts, they can expect to encounter diminishing returns. The amount of muscular hypertrophy and overall adaptation that occurs due to training will lessen the more adapted an individual is. Trainees will adapt much more during their first 6 months of training than they will 2-3 years into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Diminishing returns
As a trainee adapts, they can expect to encounter diminishing returns. The amount of muscular hypertrophy and overall adaptation that occurs due to training will lessen the more adapted an individual is. Trainees will adapt much more during their first 6 months of training than they will 2-3 years into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Periodization
As a trainee adapts, they can expect to encounter diminishing returns. The amount of muscular hypertrophy and overall adaptation that occurs due to training will lessen the more adapted an individual is. Trainees will adapt much more during their first 6 months of training than they will 2-3 years into training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.

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35.	What are the three levels of a periodized program?
		a. Microcycles, mesocycles, and macrocycles
These are the three levels of a periodized program. The other terms do not exist. A periodized program is an exercise program designed in a systematic way with pre-planned progressive variation to optimally facilitate chronic adaptations to resistance training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		b. Microcycles, mesocycles, and megacycles
These are the three levels of a periodized program. The other terms do not exist. A periodized program is an exercise program designed in a systematic way with pre-planned progressive variation to optimally facilitate chronic adaptations to resistance training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		c. Minicycles, mediocycles, and megacycles
These are the three levels of a periodized program. The other terms do not exist. A periodized program is an exercise program designed in a systematic way with pre-planned progressive variation to optimally facilitate chronic adaptations to resistance training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.
		d. Minicycles, mediocycles, and macrocycles
These are the three levels of a periodized program. The other terms do not exist. A periodized program is an exercise program designed in a systematic way with pre-planned progressive variation to optimally facilitate chronic adaptations to resistance training. Incorrect answer. Please choose another answer.