NASM CPT EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE 2025 RATED A+ Evidence-Based Practice - CORRECT ANSWERS The conscious and judicious use of
the current "best" evidence in making decisions about clients
Musculoskeletal System - CORRECT ANSWERS The combined, interworking system
of al...
Evidence-Based Practice - CORRECT ANSWERS The conscious and judicious use of
the current "best" evidence in making decisions about clients
Musculoskeletal System - CORRECT ANSWERS The combined, interworking system
of all muscles and bones in the body
Deconditioned - CORRECT ANSWERS A state of lost physical fitness, which may
include muscle imbalances, decreased flexibility and a lack of core and join stability
Overweight - CORRECT ANSWERS A BMI of 25.0 to 29.9, which indicates the
presence of more body fat than is considered healthy
Integrated Training Approach - CORRECT ANSWERS Includes: flexibility/mobility,
core strength/stability, cardio, balance, resistance, plyometrics and speed/quickness/agility
OPT Model - CORRECT ANSWERS Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance
Phase 2: Strength Endurance
Phase 3: Muscular Development
Phase 4: Maximal Strength
Phase 5: Power
Homeostasis - CORRECT ANSWERS The process by which the human body strive to
maintain a relatively stable equilibrium
% of Healthcare Costs Towards Chronic Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS 90% in the
United States
,Cholesterol - CORRECT ANSWERS A waxy, fatlike substance found in bodily cells
Metric Formula for BMI - CORRECT ANSWERS weight (kg) / height (m²)
Imperial Formula for BMI - CORRECT ANSWERS 703 × weight (lb) ÷ [height (in.)]2
Stroke - CORRECT ANSWERS A sudden lack of blood supply to the brain, caused by
either a blockage in an artery or a ruptured blood vessel
Heart Attack - CORRECT ANSWERS The action that occurs when all an artery
supplying the heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked
Heart Failure - CORRECT ANSWERS A condition in which the heart can't pump
enough blood to meet the body's needs
Arrhythmia - CORRECT ANSWERS A problem with the rate or rhythm of a person's
heartbeat; too slowly, quickly or irregular
Ischemic Heart Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS A category of heart-related problems
cause by the narrowing of coronary arteries
Atherosclerosis - CORRECT ANSWERS The processes by which plaque is formed in
the arteries leading to reduced blood flow
Physical Activity - CORRECT ANSWERS Bodily movement that results in energy
expenditure and encompasses many modes and intensities. Movement that is not structured
exercise such as recreational pursuits (e.g., golfing, gardening, and walking a dog)
Systolic Blood Pressure - CORRECT ANSWERS Pressure in arteries and other blood
vessels when the heart is beating
,Diastolic Blood Pressure - CORRECT ANSWERS Pressure in arteries and other blood
vessels when the heart is between beats
Stage 2 Hypertension - CORRECT ANSWERS >140 or >90
Crisis Hypertension - CORRECT ANSWERS 180/120
Two Types of Cholestrol - CORRECT ANSWERS Low density lipoprotein and high
density lipoprotein
Low-Density Lipoprotein - CORRECT ANSWERS Makes up the plaque that clogs
arteries
High-Density Lipoprotein - CORRECT ANSWERS Does not clog arteries and helps
remove LDL's
Diabetes - CORRECT ANSWERS Chronic metabolic disorder, caused by insulin
deficiency, which impairs carbohydrate usage and enhances usage of fat and protein
Type 1 Diabetes - CORRECT ANSWERS Pancreas doesn't make enough insulin, which
helps transport glucose in cells to be used for energy; typically genetic
Type 2 Diabetes - CORRECT ANSWERS Insulin is still produced but not used
properly by cells
Insulin Resistance - CORRECT ANSWERS Inability of cells to respond to insulin
, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS An umbrella term for
chronic respiratory dysfunctions that are characterized by increased breathlessness,
airflow limitation and accelerated decline of lung function
Skeletal Muscle - CORRECT ANSWERS The type of muscle tissue that connects to
bones and generates the forces that create movement
Ankle Sprain - CORRECT ANSWERS Occurs when an ankle is rolled, twisted or
turned, which results in the stretching or tearing of the ligaments that hold the bones of the
ankle together and connect it to the foot and lower leg
Plantar Fascitis - CORRECT ANSWERS Involves inflammation of the tissue on the
bottom of the foot that connects the heel bone to the toes
Patellar Tendonitis - CORRECT ANSWERS An injury or inflammation of tendon that
connects the kneecap (patella) to the shin bone (tibia)
Anterior Cruciate Ligament - CORRECT ANSWERS A stretch, partial tear or complete
tear of the anterior cruciate ligament; ACL
Medial Collateral Ligament - CORRECT ANSWERS A stretch, partial tear or complete
tear of the medial collateral ligament; MCL
Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex - CORRECT ANSWERS Made up of the lumbar spine,
pelvis, abdomen and hip musculoskeletal structures; referred to as the core
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS Shoulder pain caused by
rotator cuff tissues rubbing against the acromion bone of the shoulder
Extrinsic Motivation - CORRECT ANSWERS When someone participates in an activity
or behavior for recognition or reward
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