ACSM CPT 5

Question 1

Which body composition assessment method uses the principle that lean tissue conducts electrical current more readily than fat tissue?

Accepted Answer

Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)

Answer

BIA passes a small electrical current through the body; lean (water-rich) tissue conducts current easily while fat tissue resists it, allowing body composition estimation.

Question 2

Which term describes the minimum level of physical activity needed to maintain current fitness without improvement?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance dose

Answer

The maintenance dose is the minimum training stimulus required to sustain existing fitness adaptations without additional gains.

Question 3

A client performs a push-up incorrectly with excessive lumbar extension ('sagging hips'). Which muscles are MOST likely underactive?

Accepted Answer

Transverse abdominis and deep core stabilizers

Answer

Hip sag during a push-up typically reflects weakness of the transverse abdominis and deep core stabilizers that maintain neutral spinal alignment.

Question 4

According to ACSM guidelines, what is the recommended moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise goal for adults per week?

Accepted Answer

150 minutes

Answer

ACSM recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week (or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity) for health benefits.

Question 5

When designing an exercise program for an older adult (65+), which ACSM recommendation is most important to include beyond aerobic and resistance training?

Accepted Answer

Balance and flexibility exercises to reduce fall risk

Answer

ACSM specifically recommends balance training for older adults to reduce fall risk, which is a leading cause of injury and mortality in this population.

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ACSM CPT 5