CPT-7 Section1: Professional Development and Responsibility

NASM recommends that all fitness professionals maintain a focus on an _____ to attain the highest levels of success.

evidence-based practice

Evidence-based practice is the conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about ______

patient or client care.

NASM's ______ was developed with evidence-based practice as a core guiding philosophy.

proprietary approach to exercise training, the OPT model,

Acute disease is any suddenly occurring medical condition that can be treated and healed in a ______

short period of time.

A chronic disease is a medical condition that persists without ______

quickly going away or being cured altogether.

The terms _____ refer to a body weight that is greater than what is considered normal or healthy for a certain height, specifically due to excess body fat.

overweight and obesity

Being overweight or obese greatly increase the chances of developing a ______

chronic disease.

______ is a broad term describing numerous problems of the heart and

blood vessels, including stroke, heart attacks, heart failure, heart valve problems, and

arrhythmias.

Cardiovascular disease

______ is one of the primary risk factors for heart disease and stroke, which are

the global leading causes of death.

Hypertension

______ is a waxy substance found in the blood that is made up of a combination of

protein and fatty acids.

Cholesterol

______ is a disease in which blood glucose levels are too high. Glucose comes from the

foods we eat.

Diabetes

______ is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps glucose get into cells to

provide the energy for work.

Insulin

_____ is an abnormal growth of cells that can result from a wide range of genetic and

environmental factors.

Cancer

______ is an umbrella term for lung diseases characterized by increased breathlessness,

airflow limitation, and accelerated decline of lung function.

COPD

Two of the most common issues at the foot and ankle are ______

sprains and plantar fasciitis.

An ______ occurs when a person rolls, twists, or turns an ankle, which stretches or tears ligaments.

ankle sprain

The focus on _______ makes NASM's systems and methodologies safe and effective for any client working toward any fitness goal.

scientific principles

_____ causes pain in the plantar fascia tissue located on the underside of the foot.

plantar fasciitis

The______ is made up of the lumbar spine (low-back area), pelvis, abdomen, and hip musculoskeletal structures.

LPHC

The LPHC is an important anatomical structure because it connects the ______

upper and lower halves of a person's body.

_____ is very common in the greater population, especially in those who frequently lift objects overhead.

Shoulder dysfunction

Regular exercise and increased physical activity have been frequently shown by research to improve numerous types of _____

musculoskeletal dysfunction and chronic disease.

Understanding the scopes of practice for all adjacent allied health professionals, as well as all relevant local laws and regulations, will ensure CPTs are always working within their _____

own scope of practice.

_____ with other allied health professionals and certified fitness professionals can lead to great levels of success in the fitness industry.

Networking

An _____ must always adhere to the NASM Code of Professional Conduct

NASM-CPT

From working in a large health club, to training clients in their own homes, fitness professionals have numerous options to establish a _____ with a consistent flow of clients.

personal training practice

Another employment choice for fitness professionals is starting a _____, which could include working with clients in their homes, running outdoor group workout programs, or opening a studio.

fitness business

As technology is evolving, there are many options for offering training services _____

online.

Working as an _____ allows a fitness professional to establish his or

her own pay rates and to earn the entire amount, but operational expenses, insurance

costs, and taxes must also be accounted for.

independent contractor

The first step in succeeding as a CPT is offering ______

uncompromising customer service.

_____ services is about asking a client to make a commitment to an

exercise program to improve his or her own health, wellness, and fitness, which makes selling an activity of uncovering client needs and presenting solutions to those problems.

Selling personal training

If _____ is properly built with a prospective client, sales will feel natural and automatic.

rapport

______ techniques should be used to predict how many clients will need to be serviced to support a desired annual financial goal.

Forecasting

_____ is the process of communicating how a specific product or service will meet the wants and needs of a potential client.

Marketing

The Four Ps of marketing include _____

product, price, promotion, and place.

Social media and other digital marketing campaigns are extremely important for

_____ fitness business.

growing a modern

______ are not just necessary for recertification; they can teach

fitness professionals how to work with niche populations and enable the expansion of a

fitness business to new and exciting areas.

Continuing education courses

The most popular methods of earning _____ are attending workshops or conferences or

completing online education programs.

CEUs

Additionally, CEUs can be earned by participating in _____ reading fitness articles and passing a quiz or test, or contributing to the industry by creating content for fitness education programs, speaking at conferences, and presenting webinars.

livestream webinars,

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LDL Cholesterol

Referred as the bad cholesterol. Increase risk of cardiovascular disease. Makes up the plaque that clogs arteries.

HDL Cholesterol

Referred to as the good cholesterol. Helps remove some LDL cholesterol from body.

Type 1 Diabetes

Pancreas does not make enough insulin or none at all. Typically genetic.

Type 2 Diabetes

Body still produces insulin but it is not used properly by the cells. A person developed type 2 diabetes.

SWOT

Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, Threats

4 P’s of Marketing

Product, Price, Promoted, Place