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“Pick a spot on the floor and keep your eyes on it” is a cue to which correct common form mistake?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

trouble balancing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2-beat cueing is best represented by which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, squat, right!”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant in your class exhibits dyspnea. What is the best recommendation for this participant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a prolonged break<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A person affected by the hormone relaxin should avoid what type exercise?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plyometric<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to pre-class set-up procedures, the instructor should arrive early and do what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the equipment and sound system, and resolve technical difficulties.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After class, a participant approaches you, the instructor, about knee pain. What is the appropriate response?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An instructor has been teaching the same format in the same time slot for several years. In the past few months, he has found it hard to get motivated to teach, and class numbers have declined. After thinking about it, he decides to attend a workshop on a new format and asks for a meeting with his supervisor to discuss changing the class. What does this scenario represent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-term evaluation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a new instructor, you have a goal to foster class growth and promote retention by building rapport and marketing yourself. What is the best way to help you accomplish this goal?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Share your personal fitness message before or after class.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac output is represented by what formulas?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SV x HR = Q<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardio should be the primary mode of exercise for which type of participant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obese<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a class, what is the transition component designed to do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce the workout intensity to pre-workout levels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From which of the following positions does horizontal abduction involve the movement of the arm or thigh in the transverse plane to a lateral position?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anterior<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the general population, what percentage of total daily calories should come from carbohydrates?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

45 – 65%<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group Fitness Instructors should aim to keep music volume to no higher than what decibel (db) level?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

85<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercising in the strength level works to do what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improve the ability of the body’s prime movers to produce force<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

he Transtheoretical Model asserts people progress through stages of change in what type of pattern?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cyclical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many components of class design does AFAA recommend?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group strength classes offer participants the opportunity to increase muscular strength using what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An opposing force<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If an instructor suspects a participant may be suffering from dehydration, the instructor should seek help immediately if the participant shows what signs?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dizziness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How would you cue a participant in warrior III pose with uneven hips?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Press through the heel and point the toes toward the floor”.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How should lyrical songs best be used in the fitness classroom?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Select songs with lyrics that match and support the movements used.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a HIIT class with repetitive jumping activities, which exercises would be most important to include as movement prep?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Static stretching of the calves and adductors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a strength and resistance class, which set of variables is most appropriate for strength or muscular development?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6-12 reps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In class, you see a participant doing a push-up with an arched lower back. What is the appropriate cue to correct this?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Engage glutes and abs.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and what is often lengthened?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gluteus maximus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to build rapport with participants, an instructor should focus on what type of activities?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using participant’s names during class to recognize them for doing something well.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to create physiological changes, an exercise stimulus must be applied in what way?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At an intensity greater than the body is accustomed to receiving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to facilitate supportive communication, Group Fitness Instructors should implement this approach into their teaching style<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using “I” statements rather than “you” statements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the action stage of the Transtheoretical Model, individuals make specific, overt modifications in their lifestyle within what timeframe?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The past 6 months<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In what type of teaching style must an instructor cue while facing participants?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mirroring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instructors can use 32-count phrasing to track time and reps during class. At 128 BPM, how many seconds will a single 32-count phrase take to complete?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modality focus should align with what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intended outcome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monitoring participant intensity is most important during which component of a group workout?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Body of workout<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather than “don’t let your shoulders rise up,” an instructor focusing on inclusive and participant-centered teaching could say what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Try to keep your shoulders down.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drawing-in maneuver recruits local core stabilizers by drawing-in which area toward the spine?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The synergistic action of muscle groups to produce movement around a joint is known as what?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Force-couple<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Transtheoretical Model asserts people progress through stages of change in what type of pattern?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cyclical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To overload the cardiorespiratory system, achieve the desired adaptations, and improve cardiovascular fitness, which type of training may be employed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zone training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unstable hips is a common form mistake for what cycle position?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standing flat<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using strategies such as poker cards, group tasks, and pyramid circuits is most commonly used in what type of class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boot camp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What effect does the hormone relaxin have on women who are pregnant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decreases joint stability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To which direction in the body does internal rotation of a joint refer?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toward the middle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a common overactive muscle that could be included during static stretching?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gastrocnemius<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a proper progression for a burpee?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a tuck jump<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a specialized area of cardiac tissue, located in the right atrium of the heart, which initiates the electrical impulses that determine the heart rate?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sinoatrial (SA) node<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is caused by a tight muscle decreasing the neural drive to its functional antagonist?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Altered reciprocal inhibition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is made up of the upper and lower extremities as well as the shoulder and pelvic girdles and encompasses approximately 126 bones?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appendicular skeleton<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the highest volume music can be played safely?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

85 dB<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the isolated function of the quadriceps muscle group?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concentrically accelerates knee extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the maximum amount of time a good introduction should take?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

60 seconds<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended air temperature for a facility for most group fitness formats (aside from specialty formats)?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

68 – 72\u00baF<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended intake of water post-exercise?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

16 oz for every pound of body weight lost<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended repetition range for endurance training in a strength-based class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

12-20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What kinetic chain check point would you evaluate if you noticed a participant “slamming” down onto the saddle in a cycle class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LPHC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What of the following is the actual process of moving air in and out of the body and requires optimal functioning of the respiratory pump and all its components?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ventilation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should be the primary mode of activity for a participant with hypertension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiorespiratory training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should instructors focus on when observing participant posture and form?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The five kinetic chain checkpoints<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What stage of the Transtheoretical Model is a participant in as she attends her third week of class in a row?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Action<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of liability insurance is recommended for all instructors?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of motivation cue is an instructor using when he says, “Hold that plank for 10 more seconds!”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time or rep countdown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When an instructor creates a new workout for a specific class, they should define the class objectives by considering which of the following first?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title and description<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When dealing with chronic conditions in the group fitness setting, which of the following is most important for the Group Fitness Instructor to do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitate a non-intimidating, inclusive environment.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is an individual considered obese?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMI of 30<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is electrolyte replacement most important?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During prolonged physical activity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it relates to effective cueing, why is it a good idea to start an exercise with the least challenging version?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To allow all participants to feel successful and challenged<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When planning a class, what type of training is going to push both aerobic and anaerobic systems?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intervals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When teaching a class, you see a participant struggling with proper form or movement execution. You feel like physical manipulation might be the helpful to assist them. What is the best course of action in this scenario?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask the participant first if you may touch them.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When teaching adults over 65, what should be the instructor’s emphasis in class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Executing lift with proper technique<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can an instructor learn more about proper reporting procedures and where equipment is located in the event of an emergency?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emergency response activation plan<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which action best represents a participant currently in the preparation stage of the Transtheoretical Model?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mary just signed a contract for her first-ever gym membership.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which best describes 32-count phrased music?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is an audible build up every 32 counts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which best describes the term modality?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which class format alternates extremely intense periods with moderate-to-low intensity recovery periods?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HIIT<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which component of a workout is designed to increase the core body temperature?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movement prep<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which condition often coexists with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Type II diabetes, and osteoarthritis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obesity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which group of fats are all good sources of monounsaturated fat?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canola, olive, and peanut<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a specialty format class primarily designed to make cardiorespiratory training more interesting and fun?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dance-oriented<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is an effective method for teaching a movement that helps ensure participant safety?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perform a move on to the right side and observe participants doing it to their left<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the group of compounds that include triglycerides and sterols?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lipids<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which activation refers to the production of a force when a muscle develops tension while shortening in length?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concentric<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the best ways for Group Fitness Instructors to demonstrate value?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help class participants locate equipment, towels, and water quickly.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the milestones that lead up to and support the overall class goal?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Objectives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What best describes one-way communication?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants remain standing after instructor tells them to lunge.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What best describes the characteristics of general movement prep?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simple, dynamic movements that utilize multiple joints and large muscle groups<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What best describes the philosophy regarding shouting cues throughout the class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a potential pre-cursor to vocal damage.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What best represents professional behavior with regard to physical contact?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is occasionally appropriate, in certain situations, with permission from participant.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What plane bisects the body into right and left sides?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sagittal plane<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What can occur if one transitions too quickly from intense movement to slower movement?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An increased risk of fainting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What cue would best help yoga participants enhance their intrinsic motivation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Think of how you will feel when you are done.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What describes the concept of integrated fitness?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addressing all elements of functional human movement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 MULTIPLE CHOICE OPTIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do individuals, classified as part of a special population, require?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alterations to the general exercise plan<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What equation represents the heart rate reserve (HRR)?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

THR = [(HRmax \u2212 HRrest) \u00d7 desired intensity] + HRrest<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exercise is contraindicated in the group fitness setting?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Straight leg deadlifts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What has the primary function of the building and repairing of body tissues and structures?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protein<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the main benefit of movement prep?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduces the risk of injury<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A disaccharide, commonly called “table sugar”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sucrose<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a function of heart rate and stroke volume<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac output<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A good way to navigate an unexpected class interruption<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give participants a task while addressing the interruption.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The high-energy molecule that stores energy to be used in cellular and mechanical work, including exercise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ATP<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper leg muscle(s) commonly underactive in the LPHC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hamstrings<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purpose of aquatic tools such as webbed gloves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increase drag<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A reliable way for a Group Fitness Instructor to find and share credible sources of information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using evidence-based, peer-reviewed research from respected organizations, groups, and individuals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sign of overtraining<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Persistent muscle soreness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A technique used to verbally express or validate how hard a participant feels he or she is working during exercise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

RPE Scale<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Characteristics of type I (slow-twitch) muscle fibers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They contain a large number of capillaries, mitochondria, and myoglobin.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appropriate BPM for an aqua or seniors class<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

122 – 128 BPM<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An appropriate exercise regression for a lunge exercise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decrease lunge depth.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac response to dehydration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increased heart rate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An example of a proprioceptive progression for a base of support<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a BOSU ball to sit on<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An example of a visual cue during a squat<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modeling knee alignment to the second and third toes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An example of format-specific movement prep<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Punch combo breakdown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Relaxing the psoas so the glutes can contract involves…<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reciprocal inhibition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stretch-shortening cycle is often referred to as…<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrated performance paradigm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appropriate BPM range for a resistance training class<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

125 – 135 BPM<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activity appropriate for the movement prep segment of a cycle workout<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Single-leg pedaling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average daily calories per day upon which the “Daily Value” on a food label is based<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2000 calories<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best option for obtaining continuing education credits and making an instructor more versatile<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A specialty course<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The functional unit of the nervous system that merges collectively to form nerves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neuron<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most appropriate music BPM for a boot camp class<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

130 to 140 BPM<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The primary purpose for starting older adults with light loads and low volume<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To optimize movement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reason why fitness music companies are able to provide the most efficient access to legal music for instructors and facilities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They produce and own their recordings.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Progression to increase intensity while jogging in place<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transition into a high-knee run<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Term used to describe when the shoulder blades move toward the midline?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Retraction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of participant may need to begin an exercise program with five-minute sessions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant with cancer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which population should avoid hot and humid environments?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prenatal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refers to a bending movement in which the relative angle between two adjacent segments decreases<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flexion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refers to a benefit statement or philosophy related to fitness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fitness message<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refers to how a human body responds to stress<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

General adaptation syndrome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refers to the amount of blood pumped out of the heart with each contraction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroke volume<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chemical or substrate form in which most fat exists in food as well as in the body<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Triglycerides<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refers to the down stroke of the cycle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knee extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Represents the ability of a Group Fitness Instructor to create a seamless experience from start to finish<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What represents the recommended average daily nutrient intake level, based on observed approximations or estimates of nutrient intake assumed to be sufficient for a group of healthy people?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adequate intake<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What safely takes participants through a gradual physiological change from exertion to rest?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What self-monitoring technique uses a subjective scale to represent how a participant perceives effort in terms of breathing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dyspnea scale<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What energy system sustains high-power activity without oxygen for up to 15 seconds?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ATP-PC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What term refers to a Group Fitness Instructor offering an incremental increase in exercise intensity or difficulty?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Progression<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What term refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a minimal amount of time?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rate of force production<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What term refers to using various forms of verbal and nonverbal feedback to elicit a corrective change in the most encouraging manner possible?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Positive-based correction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What training method should be avoided for a participant with hypertension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

High-intensity maximal resistance training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of music is best for motivating participants to rise to a challenge?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Positive and empowering<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What word is most likely to help participants connect kinesthetically to the moves?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What statement is true regarding learning styles?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They represent the way a learner prefers to learn.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What statement is true regarding the relationship between load and volume?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As load increases, volume should be decreased.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which teaching method consists of designing, developing, and delivering movement to group fitness participants based on the Group Fitness Instructor’s own personal preferences, skill set, and knowledge of exercise selection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freestyle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term describes the speed or pace of the music?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tempo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to a pattern of repeated movement or sound?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rhythm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What term refers to the ideal balance between sharing information and performing when teaching?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Edutainment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which training concept is used to correct muscular imbalances, increase joint range of motion, decrease muscle soreness, and improve muscle extensibility?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flexibility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which type of music makes it easier to track repetitions, time, match choreography, and create patterns that resonate both physically and emotionally with participants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

32-count phrasing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which types of cues work best to facilitate efficient movement execution for the participants?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alignment and safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While instructing a class, you notice a participant who has a predominantly forward head and rounded shoulders. Which of the following is the postural distortion pattern you have observed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper-crossed syndrome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While preparing to teach a strength training class, a new participant approaches you and says they are undergoing cardiac rehabilitation due to a recent heart attack. What should you do to ensure the safety of this participant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell the participant they will need medical clearance before attending class and that you hope to see them as much as possible when they move into a post-rehabilitative state.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are cycle-based classes good for participants who find other cardiorespiratory formats too technical?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lack of complex choreography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within muscle fibers, there are two long protein filaments that slide past each other to produce muscular contractions. What are these filaments called?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actin and myosin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of one-way communication?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The instructor says, “Good morning everyone! Welcome to HIIT! I hope you’re all ready for some serious hard work!”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following are sensory receptors responsible for sensing position in body tissues and are located in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joint capsules of the human body?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mechanoreceptors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant in your class exhibits dyspnea. What is the best recommendation for this participant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a prolonged break<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A person affected by the hormone relaxin should avoid what type exercise?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plyometric<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When an instructor creates a new workout for a specific class, they should define the class objectives by considering which of the following first?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Title and descripton<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement best describes the differences between pre-choreographed, predesigned, and freestyle teaching methods?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pre-choreographed specifies the exact moves and music to be used; predesigned provides direction and a class template; freestyle is based on the instructor’s personal preferences.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most consistent findings with regard to exercise behavior is the positive relationship between self-confidence and which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adherence<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a function of a heart valve?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It prevents backflow or spillage of blood back into the chambers.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many components of class design does AFAA recommend?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the primary purpose for starting older adults with light loads and low volume?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To optimize movement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is biomechanics the study of?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How forces affect a living body<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which teaching method consists of designing, developing, and delivering movement to group fitness participants based on the Group Fitness Instructor’s own personal preferences, skill set, and knowledge of exercise selection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freestyle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During your class, you notice an obese participant struggling with the exercises. Which of the following would be the most appropriate course of action?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Show options for body weight exercises.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a best practice for periodically implementing variety in a class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a single new exercise, movement pattern, or choreography block.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement is true regarding learning styles?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They represent the way a learner prefers to learn.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When space becomes an issue, what is the most important factor for an instructor to consider?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ability to execute exercises<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercise should not take place in environments where the AQI (Air Quality Index) is higher than which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

150<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the proper proprioceptive regression for a bodyweight squat on a BOSU ball?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Single-leg squat on the floor<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are cycle-based classes good for participants who find other cardiorespiratory formats too technical?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lack of complex choreography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which best describes 32-count phrased music?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is an audible build up every 32 counts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When using three-dimensional cueing, which of the following is most appropriate for an instructor to provide?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A combination of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic cues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended intake of water post-exercise?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

16 oz for every pound of body weight lost<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most appropriate cue to correct a participant performing a single-leg squat?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sit back like you’re seating yourself onto a chair.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which condition often coexists with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Type II diabetes, and osteoarthritis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obesity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An instructor has been teaching the same format in the same time slot for several years. In the past few months, he has found it hard to get motivated to teach, and class numbers have declined. After thinking about it, he decides to attend a workshop on a new format and asks for a meeting with his supervisor to discuss changing the class. Which of the following does this scenario represent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-term evaluation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An industry standard is the necessity for Group Fitness Instructors to be competent in the emergency response protocol for participants who experience which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac arrest<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate BPM for an aqua or seniors class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

122-128 BPM<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a method of learning?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kinesthetic<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true of original artist music downloaded or streamed for a monthly fee?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is not legal to use in class because it is intended for personal use only.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At what point in a class should an instructor provide an overview of the workout and the equipment needed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If an instructor suspects a participant may be suffering from dehydration, the instructor should seek help immediately if the participant shows which of the following signs?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dizziness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following are fibrous connective tissues that connect bone to bone and provide static and dynamic stability as well as input to the nervous system?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ligaments<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to how a human body responds to stress?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

General adaptation syndrome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following types of fitness refers to a comprehensive training approach that incorporates all forms of exercise as part of a progressive system?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrated<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instructors can use 32-count phrasing to track time and reps during class. At 128 BPM, how many seconds will a single 32-count phrase take to complete?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following terms refers to a body part located toward or on the front side of the body?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anterior<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the classifications for obesity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An individual who is 45 pounds over the recommended weight for height<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a basic regression option for a kneeling push-up?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place the hands on an elevated, stable surface while keeping the hips straight.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the proper regression for camel pose?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place hands at the back of pelvis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a cycle class, intensity is best created by manipulating which of the following factors?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Body position<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Effective participant arrangements include which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Circuit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of liability insurance is recommended for all instructors?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neuromuscular adaptions from resistance training include which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hypertrophy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In what type of teaching style must an instructor cue while facing participants?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mirroring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Freestyle” instruction refers to the instructor’s ability to do which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Determine his or her own class plan and music selection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather than “don’t let your shoulders rise up,” an instructor focusing on inclusive and participant-centered teaching could say which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Try to keep your shoulders down.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A guest shows up for your class, but is new to the gym and has not yet purchased a group fitness package. How do you handle this situation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk to guest one-on-one before or after class to avoid any disruptions.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eliminating boredom with a wide range of experiences is best represented by which method for fostering engagement?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Variety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In class, you see a participant doing a push-up with an arched lower back. What is the appropriate cue to correct this?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Engage glutes and abs.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An instructor is training for a fitness competition and following a very specific diet plan in order to reduce body fat. After class, several participants ask for nutritional advice. Which of the following is the appropriate response?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suggest seeking the advice of a registered dietician to help them customize their own individual nutrition plans.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a standard for enacting a successful social media campaign?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Posting open-ended questions to foster conversation.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a clear sign a participant is overexerting themselves?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Losing color in the face<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the LPHC?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hamstrings<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true regarding the Borg RPE scale?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Subjective measures of intensity are highly correlated to workload, heart rate, and oxygen consumption.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the muscle action for muscles of the movement system during bracing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Co-contraction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following equations represents the heart rate reserve (HRR)?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

THR = [(HRmax \u2212 HRrest) \u00d7 desired intensity] + HRrest<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to a conglomeration of billions of cells specifically designed to provide a communication network within the human body?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nervous system<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While instructing a class, you notice a participant who has a predominantly forward head and rounded shoulders. Which of the following is the postural distortion pattern you have observed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper-crossed syndrome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a class, what is the transition component designed to do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce the workout intensity to pre-workout levels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement is true regarding incomplete proteins?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One can consume adequate protein by combining various protein-rich foods.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the head and neck?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deep cervical flexors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following exercise is contraindicated in the group fitness setting?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Straight leg deadlifts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which technique reinforces an unlikely behavior with a likely one?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premacking<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a technique used to verbally express or validate how hard a participant feels he or she is working during exercise?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

RPE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which muscular pair best describes a correct medial\/lateral relationship?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The right biceps brachii is lateral to the right external oblique.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a life-sustaining fluid that supplies the body’s organs and cells with oxygen and nutrients and helps regulate body temperature, fight infections, and remove waste products?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the isolated function of the quadriceps muscle group?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concentrically accelerates knee extension<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sagittal plane<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What version is the best to start with when demonstrating a jump lunge in class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stationary lunges<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of an instructor owning their message?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I love bodyweight exercises like push-ups and lunges! They are effective, and you can do them almost anywhere!”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should be the primary mode of activity for a participant with hypertension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiorespiratory training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following terms refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a minimal amount of time?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rate of force production<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When performing the army crawl, what kinetic chain checkpoint commonly needs correction?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LPHC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the characteristics of general movement prep?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simple, dynamic movements that utilize multiple joints and large muscle groups<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of an instructor going outside scope of practice?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diagnosis or treatment of an injury<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following sustains high-power activity without oxygen for up to 15 seconds?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ATP-PC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the best option for obtaining continuing education credits and making an instructor more versatile?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A speciality course<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following terms refers to the teaching method where a class template provides the overall class direction and standards while allowing instructors to manipulate other variables within those standards?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pre-designed class<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following cues would best help yoga participants enhance their intrinsic motivation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Think of how you will feel when you are done.”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After class, a participant approaches you and tells you about a sensitive and personal family situation. What is your responsibility in this situation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain confidentiality, unless there is risk for harm to themselves or others.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A friend tells you he is feeling depressed and hasn’t been exercising because of it. What type of influence is driving his behavior?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Affective<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Pick a spot on the floor and keep your eyes on it,” is a cue to correct which common form mistake?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trouble balancing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it relates to effective cueing, why is it a good idea to start an exercise with the least challenging version?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To allow all participants to feel successful and challenged<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which types of cues work best to facilitate efficient movement execution for the participants?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alignment and safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term describes the speed or pace of the music?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tempo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a stage of the Transtheoretical Model?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintenance<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended repetition range for endurance training in a strength-based class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

12-20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Question text
When dealing with chronic conditions in the group fitness setting, which of the following is most important for the Group Fitness Instructor to do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilitate a non-intimidating, inclusive environment.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modality<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following safely takes participants through a gradual physiological change from exertion to rest?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a benefit of movement prep?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce the risk of injury<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After class, a participant approaches you, the instructor, about knee pain. Which is the appropriate response?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To overload the cardiorespiratory system, achieve the desired adaptations, and improve cardiovascular fitness, which type of training may be employed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zone training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement best describes aerobic metabolism?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintains high levels of ATP production for longer periods of time<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which technique can best help an instructor show confidence while presenting a class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project one’s voice from the diaphragm.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following strength exercises is inappropriate for a person with hypertension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Floor bridge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes one-way communication?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants remain standing after instructor tells them to lunge.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A new participant has been feeling sore after the first few classes she attended. What type of influence is she experiencing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sensation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which of the following is a movement in the transverse plane?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forearm pronation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within muscle fibers, there are two long protein filaments that slide past each other to produce muscular contractions. What are these filaments called?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actin and myosin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate training concept for a participant with osteoporosis ?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flexibility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a benefit of maintaining your own personal website?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The opportunity to collect customer and community information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which statement is true regarding the relationship between load and volume?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As load increases, volume should be decreased.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What effect does the hormone relaxin have on women who are pregnant?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decreases joint stability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes scope of practice?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a proper progression for a burpee?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a tuck jump<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A class vision helps Group Fitness Instructors identify the components needed to support which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outcomes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the philosophy regarding shouting cues throughout class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a potential pre-cursor to vocal damage.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most credible resource for educational development?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A peer-reviewed research article on a university website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modality focus should align with which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intended outcome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following resistance training protocols best leads to muscular hypertrophy?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intermediate repetition ranges<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to the inferior chamber of the heart that receives blood from its corresponding atrium and, in turn, forces blood into the arteries?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ventricle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drawing-in maneuver recruits local core stabilizers by drawing-in which area toward the spine?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following represents the ability of a Group Fitness Instructor to create a seamless experience from start to finish?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true of the Golgi tendon organ when excited?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It causes a muscle to relax.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A static postural observation could assess an individual’s posture from which of the following positions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate recommendation for a participant with hypertension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A cycle class<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the best method for protecting your voice and avoiding vocal injury when teaching?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project from the diaphragm.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What stage of the Transtheoretical Model is a participant in as she attends her third week of class in a row?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Action<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following systems’ primary role is to ensure proper cellular function?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Respiratory system<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which phase of the General Adaptation Syndrome is relevant when recovery time is insufficient to allow the body to tolerate the stress of training?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

exhaustion phase<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trunk rotation exercises primarily take place in which plane of motion?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

transverse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which metabolic energy system utilizes glucose to create energy without the presence of oxygen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

anaerobic glycolysis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incorporating movements like slow controlled arm circles, bodyweight squats and lunges, and slow torso rotations within the movement prep phase of the class are most likely used for what purpose?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

dynamic flexibility (?)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Self-myofascial release is most effective for which physiological adaptation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

increased joint range of motion and muscle extensibility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which type of self-evaluation would allow an instructor to best identify unnecessary movements that he\/she includes during exercise instruction?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

self-recording<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can a fitness instructor reduce the impact of jumping jacks, but maintain the movement pattern?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

remove the jumps and replace with single-leg side steps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What engagement strategy can group fitness instructors use to help build rapport and increase retention by individualizing the experience?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

using first names<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To increase the likelihood of effective communication with most participants, instructors should incorporate which cueing style?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

three-dimensional<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Circuits that increase in intensity, peak near the midpoint of the workout, and then decrease in intensity would be an example of what type of boot camp workout?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

pyramid circuits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a pre-natal exercise class design, instructors should eliminate exercises in what two positions for those women who are past their first trimester?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

prone and supine<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant experiencing upper crossed syndrome would most benefit from strengthening which muscle groups?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

mid-trap and rhomboids<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which action is most likely to result in a legal concern of negligence?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

teaching an incorrect and dangerous technique of an exercise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Providing application of a how a squat can improve the daily activity of standing up from a seated position is an example of which type of teaching cue?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

educational<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once an injury or safety incident occurs, and all affected parties are approprately addressed and safety is secured, what is the next best step for the group fitness instructor to complete as soon as possible to reduce risk of liability?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

full documentation of the incident<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which characteristic best describes an adaptation response of Type I muscle fibers to endurance training?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

increased number of mitochondria<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant collapses within an exercise class and becomes unresponsive. What is the first step the instructor should take in the appropriate emergency response?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

activate emergency management systems<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A class that alternates between short time frames of intense exercises and periods of rest and recovery will best target which fitness component?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

cardiovascular fitness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which condition is considered the most severe type of heat emergency, where elevated internal temperatures can cause vital body systems to fail?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

heat stroke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which learning style would benefit most from the use of cues such as, “feel, visualize, and imagine”?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

kinesthetic<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which method of measuring exercise intensity involves the use of a 0-10 scale where individuals rate how hard they think they are working?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

rating of perceived exertion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After participating in weeks of an appropriate plyometric training program, which training adaptation is most likely?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

an increase in rate of force development<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which benefit is more associated with strength-based classes as compared to cardio-based classes?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

improved postural stability and muscular endurance<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which benefit of exercise refers to the increase in bone strength and prevention of bone loss?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

increased bone density<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With which condition is a loss of balance and coordination most likely?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

stroke<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What portion of the heart originates the electrical impulse that initiates the contraction of the heart muscle, and is also considered the pacemaker of the heart?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

sinoatrial node<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a characteristic of pre-choregraphed class formats that would not apply to the freestyle class format?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

exercise and movement sequence consistency<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the maximium decibel level for music in an exercise class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

85 dB<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which benefit is most related to a format-specific movement preparation versus a general movement preparation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

improved movement efficiency and skill<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using an appropriate work-to-rest ratio in interval training to match a sport requirement is an example of which type of training?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

metabolic specificity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which benefit would be more associated with participation in cardio-based exercise classes?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

reduction of cardiovascular risk factors for disease<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the overall goal of the “transition” or cool-down component of an exercise class?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

gradually decrease intensity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What adaptation is most likely from performing an interval routine exercise program at 76-85% of maximum heart rate?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

incerased anaerobic threshold<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a specialty format class primarily designed to make cardiorespiratory training more interesting and fun?
Dance-oriented<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which class format is most likely to include a combination of resistance and cardio elements, with a goal of providing a total-body workout in a military style presentation?
Boot camp<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most appropriate music BPM for a boot camp class?
130BPM-140BPM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What version is the best to start with when demonstrating a jump lunge in class?
Stationary lunges<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of a proprioceptive progression for a base of support?
Using a BOSU ball for a dumbbell shoulder press<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which teaching method is very time-efficient after a certain level of experience has been obtained?
Freestyle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When planning a class, what type of training is going to push both aerobic and anaerobic systems?
Intervals<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a basic regression option for a kneeling push-up?
Place the hands on an elevated, stable surface while keeping the hips straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a strength and resistance class, which set of variables is most appropriate for strength or muscular development?
6 – 12 reps<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a benefit of movement prep?
Reduces the risk of injury<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to introduce more challenging options during a class, an instructor should do which of the following?
Start with the base movement and increase complexity after pattern has been established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a class, what is the transition component designed to do?
Reduce the workout intensity to pre-workout levels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following terms refers to the teaching method where a class template provides the overall class direction and standards while allowing instructors to manipulate other variables within those standards?
Pre-designed class<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Self-myofascial release is a flexibility technique that alters the tension of muscles in which of the following ways?
Releasing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which best describes 32-count phrased music?
There is an audible build up every 32 counts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When an instructor creates a new workout for a specific class, they should define the class objectives by considering which of the following first?
Title and description<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following describes the concept of integrated fitness?
Addressing all elements of functional human movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What kinetic chain check point would you evaluate if you noticed a participant “slamming” down onto the saddle in a cycle class?
LPHC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the proper proprioceptive regression for a bodyweight squat on a BOSU ball?
Single Leg Squat on Floor<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which condition often coexists with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Type II diabetes, and osteoarthritis?
Obesity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to a position away from the center of the body or the point of reference?
Distal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes tolerable upper intake level?
The highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to a unit of expression of energy equal to 1,000 calories?
Kilocalorie<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following terms refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a minimal amount of time?
Rate of force production<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly overactive in the foot and ankle?
Soleus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a function of heart rate and stroke volume?
Cardiac output<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following types of fitness refers to a comprehensive training approach that incorporates all forms of exercise as part of a progressive system?
Intergrated<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardio should be the primary mode of exercise for which of the following participants?
Obese<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of professional behavior?
Playing music that excludes explicit language<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a small chamber located superiorly on either side of the heart that gathers blood returning to the heart?
Atrium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the muscle action for muscles of the movement system during bracing?
Co-Contracting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neurons are composed of which of the following?
Cell body, axon, and dendrites<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a component of the appendicular skeleton?
Femur<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a common overactive muscle that could be included during static stretching?
Gastrocnemius<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which nutrient helps to stabilize body temperature by absorbing heat generated by exercise?
Water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a life-sustaining fluid that supplies the body’s organs and cells with oxygen and nutrients and helps regulate body temperature, fight infections, and remove waste products?
Blood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following special populations would benefit most from speed, agility, and quickness training?
Youth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to all the chemical reactions that occur in the body to maintain itself?
Metabolism<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is made up of the upper and lower extremities as well as the shoulder and pelvic girdles and encompasses approximately 126 bones?
Appendicular skeleton<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true of the right ventricle?
It sends deoxygenated blood to the lungs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the action stage of the Transtheoretical Model, individuals make specific, overt modifications in their lifestyle within what timeframe?
The past 6 months<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following words is most likely to help participants connect kinesthetically to the moves?
Feel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following cues would best help yoga participants enhance their intrinsic motivation?
“Think of how you will feel when you are done.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a regression modification for a single-leg Romanian deadlift?
Two-leg Romanian deadlift<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which concept is best used for encouraging continued participation and engagement in class?
Edutainment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of a visual cue?
Modeling knee alignment to the second and third toes during a squat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following exercise is contraindicated in the group fitness setting?
Straight leg deadlifts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a commonly used HIIT protocol?
20 sec work:10 sec recovery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A guest shows up for your class, but is new to the gym and has not yet purchased a group fitness package. How do you handle this situation?
Talk to guest one-on-one before or after class to avoid any disruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If a participant is uncomfortable or unable to perform a burpee with proper form and technique, which of the following is an appropriate regression to help the participant feel successful?
Push-up on knees<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to facilitate supportive communication, Group Fitness Instructors can implement which of the following approaches into their teaching style?
Using “I” statements rather than “you” statements<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Pick a spot on the floor and keep your eyes on it,” is a cue to correct which common form mistake?
Trouble balancing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following self-monitoring techniques uses a subjective scale to represent how a participant perceives effort in terms of breathing?
Dyspnea scale<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most appropriate temperature for an exercise class?
68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise guideline for a participant who has had a stroke?
Ensure the participant can balance well enough for each exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a common postural malalignment?
Pronation distortion syndrome<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic motivational factor?
Winning a free snack bar item for doing the most push-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A new participant has been feeling sore after the first few classes she attended. What type of influence is she experiencing?
Sensation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should instructors focus on when observing participant posture and form?
The five kinetic chain checkpoints<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement is true regarding learning styles?
They represent the way a learner prefers to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How should lyrical songs best be used in the fitness classroom?
Select songs with lyrics that match and support the movements used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most credible resource for educational development?
A peer-reviewed research article on a university website<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An instructor is training for a fitness competition and following a very specific diet plan in order to reduce body fat. After class, several participants ask for nutritional advice. Which of the following is the appropriate response?
Suggest seeking the advice of a registered dietician to help them customize their own individual nutrition plans<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an effect of dehydration?
Increased heart rate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the best option for obtaining continuing education credits and making an instructor more versatile?
A specialty course<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes scope of practice?
What an instructor can legally do in their professional practice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a benefit of maintaining your own personal website?
The opportunity to collect customer and community information<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of liability insurance is recommended for all instructors?
Professional<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant comes up to you before class and lets you know she just found out she is pregnant. Which of the following is the most appropriate recommendation?
Recommend she get clearance from her doctor before starting an exercise program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the best method for protecting your voice and avoiding vocal injury when teaching?
Project from the diaphragm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the reason why fitness music companies are able to provide the most efficient access to legal music for instructors and facilities?
They produce and own their recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Legal music to use for classes should be obtained from which of the following?
Commercial fitness music companies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can an instructor learn more about proper reporting procedures and where equipment is located in the event of an emergency?
Emergency response activation plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a standard for enacting a successful social media campaign?
Posting open-ended questions to foster conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An industry standard is the necessity for Group Fitness Instructors to be competent in the emergency response protocol for participants who experience which of the following?
Cardiac arrest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After class, a participant approaches you and tells you about a sensitive and personal family situation. What is your responsibility in this situation?
Maintain confidentiality, unless there is risk for harm to themselves or others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a new instructor, you have a goal to foster class growth and promote retention by building rapport and marketing yourself. Which of the following is a good starting point to help you accomplish this goal?
Share your personal fitness message before or after class<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following does AFAA require instructors to acquire to maintain current certification status?
Continuing education units<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following are examples of credible resources from which to obtain information and education?
Evidence-based publications<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are cycle-based classes good for participants who find other cardiorespiratory formats too technical?
Lack of complex choreography<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate exercise progression for prone iso-abs?
Single-leg iso-abs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following training methods should be avoided for a participant with hypertension?
High-intensity maximal resistance training<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the best approach for dealing with conflict in the classroom?
Deal with it right away and head-on in a positive manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the primary purpose of stabilization training?
Improved joint stability<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An instructor has been teaching the same format in the same time slot for several years. In the past few months, he has found it hard to get motivated to teach, and class numbers have declined. After thinking about it, he decides to attend a workshop on a new format and asks for a meeting with his supervisor to discuss changing the class. Which of the following does this scenario represent?
Long-term evaluation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the head and neck?
Deep cervical flexors<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When using three-dimensional cueing, which of the following is most appropriate for an instructor to provide?
A combination of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic cues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and which of the following is often lengthened?
Gluteus maximus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following principles states the body will adjust based on the precise demands placed on it?
Specificity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group Fitness Instructors should aim to keep music volume to no higher than what decibel (dB) level?
85dB<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following sustains high-power activity without oxygen for up to 15 seconds?
ATP-PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most consistent findings with regard to exercise behavior is the positive relationship between self-confidence and which of the following?
Adherence<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following strength exercises is inappropriate for a person with hypertension?
Floor bridge<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How would you cue a participant in warrior III pose with uneven hips?
“Press through the heel and point the toes toward the floor.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After class, a participant approaches you, the instructor, about knee pain. Which is the appropriate response?
Refer the participant to a physician or physical therapist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoor cycling formats are typically taught on stationary bicycles designed to do which of the following?
Simulate an outdoor experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a proper progression for a burpee?
Add a tuck jump<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is associated with diverting the mind from feelings of fatigue and lowering the perception of effort ?
Dissociation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides?
Sagittal plane<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a purpose of aquatic tools such as webbed gloves?
Increase drag<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most appropriate cue to correct a participant performing a single-leg squat?
Sit back like you’re seating yourself onto a chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following safely takes participants through a gradual physiological change from exertion to rest?
Transition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of the following questions, which would best be asked after class has ended?
“Do you have any big plans for the weekend?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate BPM for an aqua or seniors class?
122-128bpm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the proper regression for camel pose?
Place hands at the back of the pelvis<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the maximum amount of time a good introduction should take?
60 seconds<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true of movement preparation?
It considers required range of motion of a workout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the isolated function of the quadriceps muscle group?
Concentrically accelerates knee extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is a direct progression for a single-leg, two-arm overhead press?
Single-leg, alternating-arm overhead press<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended repetition range for endurance training in a strength-based class?
12-20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which class format alternates extremely intense periods with moderate-to-low intensity recovery periods?
HIIT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following types of music is best for motivating participants to rise to a challenge?
Positive and empowering<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an action that will help build a Group Fitness Instructor’s fitness community?
Using social media to appropriately stay in contact with participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes the cue: “This plank is going to activate your oblique muscles on the right side”?
Anatomical<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is part of the cardiovascular system?
Blood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following should be included in the movement prep segment of a resistance class focused on the lower body?
Stretches for the hip flexors to facilitate glute activation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best represents the downbeat of a song?
Starting a movement on count 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to a complete movement of a particular exercise?
Repetition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exercise should be avoided for women after 12 weeks of pregnancy?
Chest Press<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can the Group Fitness Instructor teach with a participant-centered approach that is inclusive of special populations and those with chronic conditions?
By providing options for intensity and complexity of movements for a variety of fitness levels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using strategies such as poker cards, group tasks, and pyramid circuits is most commonly used in what type of class?
Boot-Camp<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A class vision helps Group Fitness Instructors identify the components needed to support which of the following?
Outcomes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true regarding the Borg RPE scale?
Subjective measures of intensity are highly correlated to workload, heart rate, and oxygen consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following equations represents the heart rate reserve (HRR)?
THR = [(HRmax \u2212 HRrest) \u00d7 desired intensity] + HRrest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a clear sign a participant is overexerting themselves?
Losing color in the face<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the recommended intake of water post-exercise?
16 oz for every pound of body weight lost<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modality focus should align with which of the following?
Intended outcome<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2-beat cueing is best represented by which of the following?
“8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, squat, right!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to the ideal balance between sharing information and performing when teaching?
Edutainment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following activation refers to the production of a force when a muscle develops tension while shortening in length?
Concentric<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following modifications is a progression to increase intensity?
A high-knee run instead of running in place<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which technique reinforces an unlikely behavior with a likely one?
Premacking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following populations should avoid hot and humid environments?
Prenatal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to a conglomeration of billions of cells specifically designed to provide a communication network within the human body?
Nervous system<\/p>\n\n\n\n

he synergistic action of muscle groups to produce movement around a joint is known as what?
Force-couple<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The outro should include which of the following elements?
Opening the door for participants to provide feedback<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within muscle fibers, there are two long protein filaments that slide past each other to produce muscular contractions. What are these filaments called?
Actin and myosin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following are components of nonverbal communication?
Gestures<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is defined as the simultaneous contraction of one muscle and the relaxation of its antagonist?
Reciprocal inhibition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following resistance training protocols best leads to muscular hypertrophy?
Intermediate repetition ranges<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of cue would be most appropriate during movement prep to help participants with proper form or positioning?
“Squeeze the glutes and draw-in your abs.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Bend forward at the hips” is an appropriate cue for which of the following strength exercises?
Bent over rows<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which group of fats are all good sources of monounsaturated fat?
Canola, olive, and peanut<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which statement best describes the differences between pre-choreographed, predesigned, and freestyle teaching methods?
Pre-choreographed specifies the exact moves and music to be used; predesigned provides direction and a class template; freestyle is based on the instructor’s personal preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which teaching method consists of designing, developing, and delivering movement to group fitness participants based on the Group Fitness Instructor’s own personal preferences, skill set, and knowledge of exercise selection?
Free-Style<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a specialized area of cardiac tissue, located in the right atrium of the heart, which initiates the electrical impulses that determine the heart rate?
Sinoatrial (SA) node<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a best practice for periodically implementing variety in a class?
Add a single new exercise, movement pattern, or choreography block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is the sternum in relation to the shoulder in the body?
Medial<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best demonstrates a good introduction for a safe and effective group fitness class?
“Welcome to strength endurance 101! This class will use your whole body, and no equipment is needed. Let’s start!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is true of original artist music downloaded or streamed for a monthly fee?
It is not legal to use in class because it is intended for personal use only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which term refers to a pattern of repeated movement or sound?
Rhythm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which represents the best way for a Group Fitness Instructor cue a SMART class goal during the intro?
“We’re going to do 10 circuits during today’s 40-minute body of work.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following best describes muscle balance?
Equivalent muscle length surrounding a joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is the most effective way to offer guidance for specific movements?
Make eye contact with participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a stage of the Transtheoretical Model?
Maintenance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of an instructor owning their message?
“I love bodyweight exercises like push-ups and lunges! They are effective, and you can do them almost anywhere!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress to the body?
Modality<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following participants may need to begin an exercise program with five minute sessions ?
A participant with cancer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a method of learning?
Kinesthetic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following represents the ability of a Group Fitness Instructor to create a seamless experience from start to finish?
Flow<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following nervous systems consist of the brain and the spinal cord with a primary function to coordinate activity in all parts of the body?
Central<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it relates to effective cueing, why is it a good idea to start an exercise with the least challenging version?
To allow all participants to feel successful and challenged<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monitoring participant intensity is most important during which component of a group workout?
Body of workout<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of relaxation of the psoas so the glutes can contract?
Reciprocal inhibition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an example of an instructor going outside scope of practice?
Diagnosis or treatment of an injury<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is an appropriate training concept for a participant with osteoporosis ?
Flexibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following represents the average daily nutrient intake level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all healthy individuals who are in a particular life stage and gender group?
Recommended dietary allowance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a physical sign that a participant may be in need of extra cueing?
Talking to neighbors<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following are fibrous connective tissues that connect bone to bone and provide static and dynamic stability as well as input to the nervous system?
Ligaments<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to build rapport with participants, an instructor may focus on which of the following types of activities?
Using participant’s names during class to recognize them for doing something well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most fat exists in food as well as in the body?
Triglycerides<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A participant keeps coming back to class because he is now sleeping better as a result of improving his fitness. Which concept is he demonstrating?
Intrinsic motivation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A static postural observation could assess an individual’s posture from which of the following positions?
Standing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In class, you notice a participant gasping for air and moving with poor form. What is the best way to respond?
Offer a regression option, monitor the response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To which direction in the body does internal rotation of a joint refer?
Toward the middle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If an instructor suspects a participant may be suffering from dehydration, the instructor should seek help immediately if the participant shows which of the following signs?
Dizziness<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What type of motivation cue is an instructor using when he says, “Hold that plank for 10 more seconds!”
Time or rep countdown<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of the following is a common overactive muscle of the head and neck?
Levator scapulae<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is biomechanics the study of?
How forces affect a living body<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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