Sports Medicine (ACSM) risk stratification assessment?

Which client would be classified in the moderate-risk category by an American College of

Sports Medicine (ACSM) risk stratification assessment?
A . 30-year-old female who is active and has an HDL cholesterol level of 60 mg/dL
B . 30-year-old male who is active and occasionally smokes
C . 46-year-old male who is moderately active and has arthritic knees
D . 56-year-old female who is sedentary and obese

Answer: A

What would be an appropriate posting on an ACE certified Personal Trainer’s professional social media homepage?

What would be an appropriate posting on an ACE certified Personal Trainer’s professional social media homepage?
A . "Check out this new research article about five-finger shoes."
B . ”Try out this great diet supplement to lose a quick five pounds."
C . "Congrats to my client Mary who finally lost those last 10 pounds!"
D . "Job hunting ready to move on Please contact me with any opportunities."

Answer: D

Initiating the lift?

To safely perform the squat exercise using a moderately loaded barbell (50% of body weight) and minimize the risk of injury, which functional action is recommended prior to

Initiating the lift?
A . Brace the inner core/trunk muscles.
B . Center the hips and laterally balance the load.
C . Co-contract the agonist and antagonistic muscles of the hips and thighs.
D . Establish a balanced anterior/posterior position of the knees relative to the hips.

Answer: B

What step should an ACE certified Personal Trainer take FIRST if they encounter an individual apparently unconscious on the locker room floor?

What step should an ACE certified Personal Trainer take FIRST if they encounter an individual apparently unconscious on the locker room floor?
A . Give two slow breaths followed by five chest compressions to establish breathing.
B . Immediately activate EMS and assess the entire body for any broken bones or skin lacerations.
C . Ask staff and members if anyone knows the identity of the person.
D . Determine whether or not the person is responsive by gently tapping or shaking the shoulder and asking "Are you okay?"

Answer: A

Which of the following are the MOST recommended guidelines for fluid intake prior, during, and after exercise?

Which of the following are the MOST recommended guidelines for fluid intake prior, during, and after exercise?
A . – Thirty minutes prior to exercise, drink 500-600 mL (17-20 oz).
– Every 20-30 minutes during exercise, drink 200-300 mL (7-10 oz).
– After exercise, drink 450-675 mL (16-24 oz) every hour for five hours.
B . – One hour prior to exercise, drink 500-600 mL (17-20 oz).
– Every 5-10 minutes during exercise, drink 200-300 mL (7-10 oz).
– After exercise, drink 450-675 mL (16-24 oz) every hour for five hours.

C . -Two hours prior to exercise, drink 500-600 mL (17-20 oz).
– Every 10-20 minutes during exercise drink 200-300 mL (7-10 oz).
– After exercise, drink 450-675 mL (16-24 oz) for each 0 5 kg or 1 lb lost.
D . – Two hours prior to exercise, drink 1.000-1.200 mL (34-40 oz).
– Every 10-20 minutes during exercise, drink 400-600 mL (14-20 oz).
– After exercise, drink 450-675 mL (16-24 oz) for each 0 5 kg or 1 lb lost.

Answer: B

Which is a valid reason that an ACE certified Personal Trainer would choose to use the talk test to assess a client’s perceived effort during treadmill walking during the first few client sessions?

Which is a valid reason that an ACE certified Personal Trainer would choose to use the talk test to assess a client’s perceived effort during treadmill walking during the first few client sessions?
A . The 0-10 scale to assess exercise Intensity is preferred over RP
C . The talk test correlates well with measured percent V02max results.
D . The talk test is easy to teach to the client.
E . The talk test is more accurate than RP

Answer: B