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When introducing a client to movement pattern progressions for velocity training, which of the following movements would most likely be performed FIRST?

A.

Backpedal

B.

Crossover cutting

C.

Linear-forward

D.

Rotational

Your new client complains of muscle soreness after two weeks of training. What would be an effective strategy to address this discomfort?

A.

Explain to your client that muscle soreness is inevitable, but that it will subside. Recommend that he or she take the week off.

B.

Reduce his or her training frequency.

C.

Explain to your client that muscle soreness is Inevitable, but that it will subside. Recommend that he or she exercise through it.

D.

Reduce his or her training volume.

What muscles comprise the quadriceps muscle group?

A.

Biceps femoris, tensor fasciae latae, semimembranosus, semitendinosus

B.

Rectus femoris. vastus medialis. vastus lateralis, vastus intermedius

C.

Gastrocnemius, soleus, posterior tibialis, popliteus

D.

Adductor magnus. adductor longus, adductor brevis. vastus medialis

Which teaching sequence is the BEST way to teach a client a new multi-joint, strength-training exercise (e.g. overhead press)?

A.

Explain the exercise to the client, demonstrate the exercise, assist the client in performing the exercise with a light weight to acquire a kinesthetic sense for the movement, and provide performance feedback.

B.

Explain the exercise to the client, have the client perform the exercise with a light weight to acquire kinesthetic awareness, and provide performance feedback.

C.

While demonstrating the exercise to the client, identify correct and incorrect technique then have the client perform repetitions mirroring your performance.

D.

Assess 1RM max of individual components involved in lift. Demonstrate the exercise to the client then have the client perform the exercise at 70% of 1 RM score to ensure safety.

You have a new client with type 2 diabetes whose most important goal is weight loss. What should you do?

A.

Suggest that he cut back on starches and carbohydrates and increase protein intake to speed up metabolism.

B.

Focus on moderate intensity cardiovascular exercise of increasing duration on most days of the week.

C.

Include high intensity strength training in his program to increase muscle mass and speed up metabolism.

D.

Advise him to perform high intensity cardiovascular exercise to maximize caloric expenditure.

Over the past two weeks, a personal trainer has been working with a client to improve balance using exercises in a seated position and in a standing position with a wide base of support. Which of the following series of training conditions should be used as a progression?

A.

Narrow the base of support, raise the center of mass (arms overhead), and shift the line of gravity (lean or rotate trunk).

B.

Narrow the base of support, add an unstable surface, and alter sensory input (slowly move head up and down).

C.

Raise the center of mass, alter sensory input (slowly move head up and down), and remove sensory input (close eyes).

D.

Narrow the base of support, reduce points of contact (stand on one foot), and add an unstable surface.

You are approached by an athlete who asks you to review his sports conditioning program. He appears to have difficulty maintaining good form and body alignment during deceleration phases of movement. Which of the following training modalities might you suggest as a program modification to help correct this problem?

A.

Static balance

B.

Dynamic balance

C.

Coordination

D.

Power

You have just explained and demonstrated to your client how to perform a lat pull down exercise correctly. She tries the exercise with your spotting assistance and feedback. After she completes a set she asks you to perform the exercise again. Based on this experience, how would you characterize the client's learning preference?

A.

Visual

B.

Auditory

C.

Kinesthetic

D.

Modeling

Which of the following is a contraindication for the McGill's torso muscular endurance test battery (trunk flexor endurance, trunk lateral endurance, and trunk extensor endurance)?

A.

High body mass index

B.

Low-back pain

C.

Weak abdominal muscles

D.

Cervical neck pain

After eight weeks of a running program, a client reports having developed discomfort in the shins. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate course of action?

A.

Incorporate the RICE protocol, and apply topical analgesic cream prior to each workout.

B.

Maintain the training program as designed, and evaluate the quality of the client's running shoes.

C.

Rest and take some time off until the discomfort subsides.

D.

Vary the client's modality to incorporate non or low impact activities such as biking, water exercise, or rowing.