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An ACE CPT works with a new client with obesity who is apprehensive about starting exercise. Which approach is MOST effective for early success in the first session?

Have the client perform exercises that give basic feedback about current movement abilities and fitness

A client can consistently do moderate-intensity activity for 20+ minutes on at least 3 days per week. Which cardiorespiratory phase of the ACE IFT Model should they train in?

Fitness Training

Which is one of the five primary movement patterns that are the focus of Movement Training?

Single-leg movements

Which is the MOST important factor for creating a client-centered approach to personal training? (A) Client excitement (B) Challenging exercises (C) Building rapport (D) Goal setting

Building rapport

A periodized plan with workouts below VT1, between VT1 and VT2, and above VT2 is MOST appropriate for which client?

A client training to qualify for the Boston Marathon

In which Muscular Training phase of the ACE IFT Model would drills to build agility and power be incorporated?

Load/Speed Training

Which exercise is MOST appropriate in the Movement Training phase of the ACE IFT Model Muscular Training component?

Body-weight lunges

A client who can walk continuously for 10 minutes at moderate intensity before needing a break would start in which Cardiorespiratory Training phase of the ACE IFT Model?

Base Training

Which BEST describes what is at the heart of a client-centered approach to personal training?

The personal trainer is focused on the client, helping the client achieve their goals for health, fitness, and improved quality of life

A client who has problems performing activities of daily living would benefit MOST from improving which of the following?

Functional movements

What is the MOST appropriate solution for an ACE CPT to provide a client with tight iliotibial (IT) bands?

Teach the client self-myofascial release techniques

A client released from physical therapy for shoulder impingement is now working with an ACE CPT. Which course of action is MOST appropriate?

Build on the work done in physical therapy

According to the CDC, which is a key risk factor for chronic disease?

Lack of physical activity

A client has soreness after a weekend tennis tournament. Which action is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE CPTs?

Discuss proper techniques for stretching the affected muscles

What is the primary purpose of the ACE Personal Trainer Certification program?

To protect the public from harm

Which is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE CPTs?

Conducting fitness assessments and health screenings to identify exercise limitations

When working with clients referred by their physicians, which step is MOST important for the trainer?

Obtain written permission from the client prior to communicating with the referring physician

Which would be OUTSIDE the scope of practice for ACE CPTs?

Offering solutions to a client who exhibits signs of depression that impact exercise adherence

Which resource is MOST appropriate for an ACE CPT to use when providing dietary advice?

Resources developed or endorsed by the Federal Government (e.g., www.myplate.gov)

Which is WITHIN the ACE CPT scope of practice regarding clients with weight-loss goals?

Designing exercise programs that lead to increased energy expenditure and positive changes in body composition