ACSM Technical Skills & Application 5

Question 1

The sit-and-reach test is a field measure of flexibility for which muscle group PRIMARILY?

Accepted Answer

Hamstrings and lower back

Answer

The sit-and-reach test primarily assesses the flexibility of the hamstrings and lower back musculature.

Question 2

Which of the following is a RELATIVE contraindication to maximal exercise testing?

Accepted Answer

Resting heart rate greater than 100 bpm with unknown cause

Answer

Resting tachycardia of unknown etiology is a relative contraindication that warrants further investigation but does not absolutely prevent testing.

Question 3

When measuring blood pressure, the cuff should be inflated to approximately how many mmHg above the point where the radial pulse disappears?

Accepted Answer

30 mmHg

Answer

The cuff should be inflated 20–30 mmHg above the point where the radial pulse disappears to ensure occlusion of the brachial artery.

Question 4

A trainer uses a Polar heart rate monitor during a client's submaximal VO2 test. The GREATEST potential source of error in estimating VO2max via this method is:

Accepted Answer

Individual variability in the HR-VO2 relationship

Answer

Submaximal prediction of VO2max assumes a linear HR-VO2 relationship, which varies considerably among individuals and is the primary source of error.

Question 5

Which of the following BEST describes the principle of specificity when designing a training program?

Accepted Answer

Training adaptations are specific to the muscle actions, energy systems, and movement patterns used in training

Answer

The specificity principle (SAID) states that physiological adaptations are specific to the type, intensity, and mode of exercise performed.

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ACSM Technical Skills & Application 5