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ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam

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Questions 1

Which abnormal postural deviation is MOST observed during the client's push-up?

Options:

A.  

Kyphosis

B.  

Lordosis

C.  

Scoliosis

D.  

Sway back

Discussion 0
Questions 2

Which is the recommended ratio of fluid replacement to fluid loss during exercise?

Options:

A.  

1 to 1

B.  

1 to 2

C.  

1 to 3

D.  

2 to 1

Discussion 0
Questions 3

You have been focusing on improving your client's balance for the last two months. Which of the following would be the MOST effective squat progression to further challenge balance while maintaining compliance to her exercise program?

Options:

A.  

Modify squats to a narrow parallel foot position.

B.  

Fix visual focus on a wall at eye level.

C.  

Lower the position of the dumbbells to the sides of the body.

D.  

Increase the verbal feedback from the trainer.

Discussion 0
Questions 4

Your client has successfully followed her workout program for six months, losing 15 pounds (7 kg) and maintaining her lean body mass. Over the last month she has become a bit bored with the program, and improvements have tapered off significantly. She still wants to lose an additional 2% body fat. She has been performing aerobic exercise sessions for 35 minutes, two times per week and strength training two times per week, doing two sets of 15-20 repetitions. What is the BEST approach to help her reach her goal?

Options:

A.  

Maintain her current program, explaining that she is making progress and needs to allow more time for noticeable results.

B.  

Recommend reducing caloric intake to 1.200 calories and increasing the volume of her strength training workouts.

C.  

Increase aerobic activity to four times per week and strength training to three times per week. D. Increase aerobic activity to three times per week and increase resistance while decreasing the number of repetitions in her strength-training program.

Discussion 0
Questions 5

Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate resource for fitness-related guidelines for prenatal and postnatal exercise?

Options:

A.  

National Institutes of Health

B.  

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

C.  

American Medical Association

D.  

American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Discussion 0
Questions 6

A client has just completed the third week of a program designed to Increase aerobic efficiency. The total accumulated duration of cardio respiratory exercise for the week was 180 minutes. What is the maximum recommended duration of total exercise for week four of this client's program?

Options:

A.  

190 minutes

B.  

198 minutes

C.  

207 minutes

D.  

225 minutes

Discussion 0
Questions 7

While interviewing a potential client about lifestyle, the client describes self-sabotaging behavior where skipping a workout leads to feelings of guilt, followed by arguments with the client's spouse and overeating. This is an example of which of the following?

Options:

A.  

Health belief model

B.  

Shaping

C.  

Cognitional behavior

D.  

Behavioral chain

Discussion 0
Questions 8

The effectiveness of BMI is limited In which type of individual?

Options:

A.  

Seriously obese

B.  

Sedentary individuals

C.  

Extremely thin

D.  

Muscular/athletic

Discussion 0
Questions 9

The timed 1-minute curl-up test is a measure of:

Options:

A.  

Muscular power.

B.  

Back stability.

C.  

Flexibility.

D.  

Muscular endurance.

Discussion 0
Questions 10

Angina pectoris is caused by which of the following?

Options:

A.  

Overdeveloped pectoralis muscle group

B.  

Strained pectoralis muscle

C.  

Insufficient oxygen supply to the heart muscle

D.  

Reduction in heart rate and an increase in stroke volume

Discussion 0
Questions 11

Which of the following is recommended for replacing footwear?

Options:

A.  

Athletic shoes will lose their cushioning after one to two months but will remain useful if clients replace the innersoles on a regular basis.

B.  

Athletic shoes will lose their cushioning after three to six months of regular use (approximately 350 to 500 miles or 560 to 800 km of running) but should be replaced sooner if clients see the bottom of the shoe wearing down unevenly.

C.  

Athletic shoes will lose their cushioning after seven to eight months of regular use (approximately 500 to 700 miles or 800 to 1.125 km of running) but should be replaced sooner if clients see the bottom of the shoe wearing down unevenly.

D.  

Athletic shoes will lose their cushioning after a year of regular use (approximately 700 to 900 miles or 1,125 to 1,450 km of running) but should be replaced sooner if clients see the bottom of the shoe wearing down unevenly.

Discussion 0
Questions 12

How should an ACE certified Personal Trainer BEST reduce risk associated with this exercise?

Options:

A.  

Have the client's hand touch a wall for support.

B.  

Instruct the client to increase momentum.

C.  

Replace the step with one of a smaller height.

D.  

Use a dowel to increase Balance and stability.

Discussion 0
Questions 13

What program variable should an ACE certified Personal Trainer consider when dealing with a client who has a history of shoulder impingement syndrome?

Options:

A.  

Stretch the anterior ligaments of the shoulder prior to strength training.

B.  

Modify the workout only if shoulder pain recurs with a certain exercise.

C.  

Eliminate any overhead pressing movements to prevent any aggravation.

D.  

Instruct the client to circumduct the arm to warm up the shoulder joint.

Discussion 0
Questions 14

Which of the following is closest to the MAXIMUM recommendation for safe weight loss?

Options:

A.  

14 lb (6 kg) in three months

B.  

15 lb (7 kg) in four months

C.  

24 lb (11 kg) in two months

D.  

30 lb (14 kg) in four months

Discussion 0
Questions 15

When used during an initial interview, which technique would allow an ACE certified Personal Trainer to BEST assess a client's activity preferences?

Options:

A.  

Administer movement and performance screens and assessments.

B.  

Describe different types of physical activity and write an exercise program.

C.  

Discuss the client's lifestyle and schedule constraints.

D.  

Discuss the client's medical and physical activity histories and personal habits.

Discussion 0
Questions 16

During a submaximal graded exercise test on a treadmill, an ACE certified Personal Trainer measures a 15 mmHg decrease in a client's systolic blood pressure when the workload is increased. What should the trainer do?

Options:

A.  

Nothing this is an expected response to graded exercise.

B.  

Measure again at the next stage.

C.  

Reduce the intensity and continue the test.

D.  

Immediately terminate the test.

Discussion 0
Questions 17

An individual approaches an ACE certified Personal Trainer to inquire about personal training. The individual has not been regularly active in over a year but is ready to lose about 30 lb (13 6 kg) of extra weight. The Individual has made it to the gym only three times this month but is ready to become serious and wants to work with a trainer twice a week. What is this individual's current stage of change according to the transtheoretical model of behavioral change?

Options:

A.  

Precontemplation

B.  

Contemplation

C.  

Preparation

D.  

Action

Discussion 0
Questions 18

After programming-a moderate to high intensity exercise program for a new 38-year-old client, the ACE certified Personal Trainer learns they have been doubling each workout at each session, exceeding your initial suggestions. The trainer should:

Options:

A.  

Enthusiastically acknowledge the client's efforts and explain that they will achieve their goals faster.

B.  

Reprogram the sessions to their demonstrated ability and energy.

C.  

Educate the client to the signs symptoms, and risks of overtraining.

D.  

Require the client to follow the original program until the next fitness test.

Discussion 0
Questions 19

Which of the following blood pressure readings is considered normal?

Options:

A.  

110/84 mmHg

B.  

117/76 mmHg

C.  

120/90 mmHg

D.  

128/72 mmHg

Discussion 0
Questions 20

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

Options:

A.  

Adrenal

B.  

Hypothalamus

C.  

Pituitary

D.  

Thyroid

Discussion 0
Questions 21

On an extremely hot summer day, a client displays abnormal signs such as red and dry skin, a change in mental status, and shallow breathing. What Is the MOST likely cause of these changes?

Options:

A.  

Heat exhaustion

B.  

Heat stroke

C.  

Heat syncope

D.  

Hypothermia

Discussion 0
Questions 22

During initial screening and assessment, a client has shown excessive tightness in the hip flexors. The ACE certified Personal Trainer has been working on improving the client's flexibility of the psoas, rectus femoris, and adductors. After three weeks, little progress has been made. Which exercise could be implemented to help improve the client's mobility of the hip flexors?

Options:

A.  

Overhead squats

B.  

Plank

C.  

Reverse crunches

D.  

Bridging

Discussion 0
Questions 23

Which characteristic is MOST important to consider when evaluating professional liability insurance programs?

Options:

A.  

Type and amount of coverage offered

B.  

Number of people covered

C.  

Organization that offers the coverage

D.  

Length of the coverage offered

Discussion 0
Questions 24

According to the transtheoretlcal model of behavioral change, during which stage is it MOST appropriate for the ACE certified Personal Trainer to discuss the chance for relapse?

Options:

A.  

Preparation

B.  

Action

C.  

Maintenance

D.  

Contemplation

Discussion 0
Questions 25

During a recent interview, a 64-year-old client said he had some negative experiences with previous personal trainers. The client indicated being critical of some of the information past trainers had shared because they were all much younger than the client. Which of the following would be the BEST strategy for the ACE certified Personal Trainer to use in order to gain respect and trust from this client?

Options:

A.  

Gather more specific information about previous negative experiences to better understand the client's perspective.

Attempt to contact the client's previous trainers to ask for suggestions or recommendations in working with their former client.

B.  

Tell the client that age is not a factor Point out that plenty of people have no problems working with trainers young and old.

and provide assurances that the client's experience will be a positive one .

C.  

Gather more specific information about the client's previous negative experiences to better understand the client Behave.

and dress professionally, and explain personal credentials, training, and philosophy Answer any questions the client might

have.

D.  

Tell the client about all the successes that previous clients have had, instilling an initial level of trust Offer the client an opportunity to watch a few training sessions with other clients providing the client a chance to develop a more informed opinion

Discussion 0
Questions 26

A novice 50-year-old client with hypertension reports a perceived exertion of 15 (Borg Scale 6-20) In order to keep the client moving toward the fitness goals, an ACE certified Personal Trainer should encourage the client to:

Options:

A.  

Continue at the current exercise intensity.

B.  

Discontinue exercise.

C.  

Reduce the exercise Intensity.

D.  

Increase the exercise intensity.

Discussion 0
Questions 27

Which would De the proper progression when working with an individual trying to improve static balance?

Options:

A.  

Raising arms overhead, wide to narrow stance, leaning or rotating trunk, and closing eyes

B.  

Raising arms overhead, wide to narrow stance, closing eyes, and leaning or rotating trunk

C.  

Wide to narrow stance, raising arms overhead, closing eyes, and leaning or rotating trunk

D.  

Wide to narrow stance, raising arms overhead, leaning or rotating trunk, and closing eyes

Discussion 0
Questions 28

A client's initial six sessions with an ACE certified Personal Trainer each had comparable training volumes with no indicators of joint stress, psychological discomfort, or overtraining Each session was completed with increased ease The client's total rest/recovery time was more than 10 minutes per session Which program modification is MOST appropriate for the client's seventh training session''

Options:

A.  

Increase rest/recovery time.

B.  

Decrease training volume or session duration.

C.  

increase training volume or decrease rest/recovery time.

D.  

Increase resistance, duration, total number of sets, and number of exercises.

Discussion 0
Questions 29

Which of the following is the MOST credible source for the latest in health and fitness research?

Options:

A.  

Peer-reviewed journal

B.  

Health magazine

C.  

Regularly updated health blog

D.  

Quarterly fitness e-newsletter

Discussion 0
Questions 30

The blood pressure or a new 50-year-old male client is measured at 141/95 mmHg. Which step is MOST appropriate for the ACE certified Personal Trainer to take next?

Options:

A.  

Allow the client to begin a series of moderate-intensity and low-intensity training Intervals.

B.  

Have the client begin with low-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise only.

C.  

Record the measurement and make a note to take It again during the next training session.

D.  

Show the client the classification system and explain the implications of the client's category.

Discussion 0
Questions 31

Which would be the BEST resource for recommendations regarding daily intake of vitamins and minerals?

Options:

A.  

USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans

B.  

Food nutrition label

C.  

DASH eating plan

D.  

Recommended Daily Allowances

Discussion 0
Questions 32

A female client comes to you to improve her upper body strength. She is a new grandmother and would like to be able to carry the baby. The exercises you choose for her program should be based on the application of which of the following?

Options:

A.  

Specificity of training principle

B.  

Overload principle

C.  

Guidelines for frequency, intensity, and duration

D.  

ACOG guidelines

Discussion 0
Questions 33

Based on the three-site Jackson and Pollock protocol for estimating body fat in women, which of the following skin fold site locations is CORRECT?

Options:

A.  

A horizontal fold on the thigh midway between the hip and knee joint

B.  

A vertical fold on the posterior mid-line of the triceps, midway between the acromion and

olecranon processes

C.  

A diagonal fold on the chest, 1/3 the distance between the anterior axillary line and the nipple

D.  

A vertical fold of the abdominal 2 inches to the left of the umbilicus

Discussion 0
Questions 34

A client says she wants to work on her chest muscles using an exercise she learned in a group exercise class. Holding 2 pound (1 kg) dumbbells with her shoulders abducted and externally rotated and her elbows flexed, she demonstrates the exercise by horizontally adducting and horizontally abducting her shoulders. What should your response be?

Options:

A.  

"This exercise does not activate the pectoralis major muscles."

B.  

"This is a great exercise for the pectoralis major and rhomboid muscles. Let's include it in your program."

C.  

"This exercise uses the chest, but there are more effective exercises that I can show you."

D.  

"This exercise is contraindicated for everyone because it places the shoulders in abduction and external rotation."

Discussion 0
Questions 35

Which of the following strategies should the personal trainer use to help prevent knee pain in a client who has excessive hip adduction during a squat?

Options:

A.  

Increase the strength of the hip adductors and peroneals.

B.  

Increase the strength of the quadriceps and hamstrings.

C.  

Increase the strength of the gluteals and quadratus lumborum.

D.  

Increase the strength of the quadriceps and quadratus lumborum.

Discussion 0
Questions 36

Which of the following positions is correct when taking a client's blood pressure?

Options:

A.  

The client sits upright with both feet flat on the floor, and the left arm rests on a table with the elbow slightly flexed.

B.  

The client stands with both feet flat on the floor. And the left arm rests on a flat surface with the elbow flexed.

C.  

The client sits upright with both feet flat on the floor, and the right arm is extended at the side.

D.  

The client sits upright with both feet flat on the floor, and the left arm rests perfectly straight on a table.

Discussion 0
Questions 37

A client has been exercising three days per week for the past two months. On an exercise history form, the client indicates having embarked on fitness programs, but seems to have difficulty sticking with them for longer than three to six months. What would the BEST intervention be based on the clients stage of change?

Options:

A.  

Provide information from multiple sources and share the risks of being inactive

B.  

Provide continued support and feedback, and identify things and event that are potential barriers and possible solutions.

C.  

Maintain a social network of support from family and friends as well as from within the exercise environment.

D.  

Help create a support group of people who are just adopting an exercise program.

Discussion 0
Questions 38

During the initial interview, a client expresses concern about a weight loss goal. As the evening manager of a fast food restaurant, the client works long hours and eats fast food throughout each shift. The clients spouse has encouraged the client to hire a personal trainer. The personal trainer decides to use a written agreement to do which of the following?

Options:

A.  

Outline the specific expectations of the client and the personal trainer.

B.  

Review the professional's approach to personal training and client expectations.

C.  

Outline the schedule for training sessions and cancellation policies.

D.  

Review the goals of the client and match them to the program design.

Discussion 0
Questions 39

Which of the following is an advantage of free weights over machines?

Options:

A.  

Unrestricted movement patterns

B.  

Rotary resistance

C.  

Accommodation to resistance

D.  

Provides quicker results

Discussion 0
Questions 40

Which of the following indicates the need to terminate a submaximal exercise test for cardiorespiratory endurance?

Options:

A.  

Diastolic blood pressure fails to rise with an increase in workload.

B.  

Participant reports a rating of perceived exertion of 7 ("very strong") on the category-ratio scale.

C.  

Respiratory exchange ratio exceeds 0.95.

D.  

Systolic blood pressure decreases 20 mmHg despite an increase in exercise intensity.

Discussion 0
Questions 41

What enables a client to successfully deal with high-risk situations that may reduce adherence?

Options:

A.  

Skill level

B.  

Self-efficacy

C.  

Extrinsic motivation

D.  

Goals

Discussion 0