ACSM ACSM Certifications 010-111 Questions & Answers

• Question 121:

  Muscular balance in a resistance training session may be achieved by alternating ______.

  A. bench press and supine flys

  B. leg extensions and leg curls

  C. seated cable rows and lat pulldowns

  D. pushupsand tricep extensions

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 122:

  Which muscles are used to flex the knee joint?

  A. Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius, and Soleus

  B. Hamstrings, Gracilis, and Sartorius

  C. Rectus femoris, Vastus Lateralis, and Vastus Medialis

  D. Biceps Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, and Sartorius

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 123:

  What action is produced by the quadriceps femora muscles during the concentric phase of the back squat exercise?

  A. Knee extension

  B. Hip flexion

  C. Knee flexion

  D. Hip extension

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 124:

  Proper spotting technique for the forward step lunge when using a barbell involves positioning yourself ______.

  A. behind the client, placing your hands on their waist if balance starts to become compromised

  B. behind the client, placing your hands on the bar if balance starts to become compromised

  C. in front of the client, placing your hands on their waist before the client begins the exercise

  D. in front of the client, placing your hands on the bar before the client begins the exercise

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 125:

  Overtraining symptoms may include ______.

  A. decreased neuromuscular strength

  B. increased body weight

  C. reduced submaximal heart rates

  D. decreased creatine kinase levels in the skeletal muscle

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 126:

  You determine that a client is over striding when they run. What would be the effect on their running performance due to this mechanical error?

  A. Increase in turnover rate and decrease in running economy.

  B. Increase in energy cost and increase in running economy.

  C. Decrease in energy cost and decrease in braking motion.

  D. Decrease in running economy and increase in braking motion.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 127:

  One difference between over-reaching and overtraining is that ______.

  A. Over-reaching is a syndrome commonly seen in athletes involving prolonged periods of fatigue whereas overtraining is a temporary condition of mental stress that may impair performance.

  B. Overtraining may be a planned phase of high-intensity exercise common to elite athletes whereas over-reaching involves a similar phase in novice athletes.

  C. Over-reaching involves poor nutrition and high-intensity exercise whereas overtraining only involves high-intensity exercise and normal nutritional practices.

  D. Overtraining involves a syndrome of prolonged fatigue in athletes whereas over-reaching may be planned, short-term training phase of high-intensity exercise followed by short-term recovery.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 128:

  Doris is an 80 year-old client who is beginning an exercise program. What is recommended when providing initial stability ball training?

  A. Teach center of gravity awareness after demonstrating rotation movements.

  B. Place the ball close to a wall during the first few sessions

  C. Use smooth floor surfaces as opposed to carpet.

  D. Bounce gently on the ball to improve cardiorespiratory endurance.

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 129:

  Dumbbells, barbells, kettle bells, and medicine balls are generally considered what type of equipment?

  A. isometric resistance training equipment

  B. isokinetic resistance training equipment

  C. dynamic external resistance devices

  D. static constant external resistance devices

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 130:

  What is the recommended intensity range of aerobic exercise for a low risk adult who currently meets minimal physical activity levels?

  A. 40-55% HHR

  B. 55-70% HRmax

  C. 65-80% HHR

  D. 75-85% HRmax

  Correct Answer: A