CFT Certification Questions and Correct Answers-
Latest Update2024.
What are the 3 types of muscle contraction? - Correct Answer Isometric, Eccentric, &
Concentric
Isometric produces force, but there is no change in muscle length.
Concentric produces enough force to overcome external load and shorten the muscle
Eccentric produces force while the muscle is lengthening - it is the resistance of a
movement.
The nervous system should be properly trained upon beginning an exercise program
because:
A. It decreases the risk of injury
B. It improves stamina
C. It allows you to start intense training immediately after a long period of not exercising
D. None of the above - Correct Answer A. It decreases the risk of injury
The study of biomechanics includes which of the following?
A. Kinematics
B. Kinesiology
C. Physics
D. All of the above - Correct Answer D. All of the above
A bodybuilder's pose is an example of:
A. Concentric muscle action
B. Eccentric muscle action
C. Isometric muscle action - Correct Answer C. Isometric muscle action
Muscle ______________ refers to the sequential activation of muscle groups.
A. Hypertrophy
B. Contraction
C. Control
D. Synergy - Correct Answer D. Synergy
A 25-year-old female with 14% body fat would be classified as:
A. Slim
B. Athletic
C. Fit
D. Average - Correct Answer B. Athletic
, VO2 measures:
A. Oxygen consumption
B. Energy consumption
C. Blood pressure
D. Heart rate - Correct Answer A. Oxygen consumption
What kind of information does a confidentiality clause help protect?
A. Client's name
B. Phone numbers
C. How much the trainer is charging
D. Medical information - Correct Answer D. Medical information
Which assessments should a personal trainer give to a 38-year-old visibly obese
female?
A. General history and medical history only
B. All assessments except physical fitness assessments
C. All assessments, including physical fitness assessments
D. None, they should refer her immediately to a physician - Correct Answer B. All
assessments except physical fitness assessments
Volume and intensity are increased and decreased, but not in a traditional way in:
A. Traditional periodization
B. Step wise periodization
C. Undulating periodization
D. Overreaching periodization
Next - Correct Answer C. Undulating periodization
When taking the medical history of a new, visibly overweight client, she tells you she is
taking an oral medication for Type 2 diabetes mellitus. What is the most appropriate
course of action?
A. Check the client's blood sugar, and if it is within normal limits, begin training
B. Limit the client to moderate intensity activities
C. Request that the client get medical clearance from their physician before beginning
D. Create a new diet for her and begin a resistance training program - Correct Answer
C. Request that the client get medical clearance from their physician before beginning
Clients who are just beginning a resistance training program need shorter rest periods
than advanced clients. True or false?
A. True
B. False - Correct Answer A. True
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