Exercise Prescription Flashcards

ACSM recommends that resistance training for general health should include exercises targeting how many major muscle groups?

Answer: 8-10

ACSM recommends training 8-10 major muscle groups per session to ensure comprehensive muscular development and balance.

Which mode of flexibility training does ACSM consider most appropriate for post-exercise cool-down in the general population?

Answer: Static stretching

ACSM recommends static stretching during cool-down because muscles are warm, compliance is easy, and injury risk is low.

For improving muscular endurance, ACSM recommends performing resistance exercises at what percentage of 1-RM?

Answer: ≤50% 1-RM

ACSM recommends loads ≤50% 1-RM with higher repetitions (≥15) to target muscular endurance adaptations.

What minimum weekly volume of moderate-intensity aerobic activity does ACSM recommend for substantial health benefits in adults?

Answer: 150 minutes

ACSM recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity for substantial health benefits.

During a graded exercise test, a client reaches 85% of age-predicted HRmax without symptoms. This endpoint is an example of which test criterion?

Answer: Submaximal termination criterion

Reaching a pre-set submaximal HR target (e.g., 85% HRmax) is a standard submaximal termination criterion used in non-diagnostic tests.

Which ACSM recommendation applies to the progression of aerobic exercise volume for a beginner?

Answer: Increase volume no more than 10% per week

ACSM advises progressing exercise volume gradually, generally no more than 10% per week, to reduce injury risk.

In ACSM's neuromotor exercise recommendations, which activities are specifically highlighted for older adults to reduce fall risk?

Answer: Balance, agility, and coordination exercises

ACSM recommends neuromotor exercises emphasizing balance, agility, and coordination for older adults to reduce falls.