Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Testing, Evaluation & Needs Analysis

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a needs analysis when designing a strength and conditioning program?

Accepted Answer

To identify the sport's physiological demands and the athlete's current fitness level

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To determine the equipment budget

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To schedule competition dates

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To evaluate the coach's credentials

Question 2

Which test is commonly used to assess lower-body anaerobic explosive power in athletes?

Accepted Answer

Vertical jump test

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VO2max treadmill test

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1.5-mile run test

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Sit-and-reach test

Question 3

What does the Wingate Anaerobic Test primarily measure?

Accepted Answer

Peak and mean anaerobic power output

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Aerobic capacity (VO2max)

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Flexibility

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Isometric grip strength

Question 4

Which skinfold site is located at the back of the upper arm, measured at the posterior midline between the acromion and olecranon?

Accepted Answer

Triceps

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Suprailiac

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Subscapular

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Thigh

Question 5

The T-test primarily assesses which physical quality?

Accepted Answer

Agility and change of direction speed

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Upper-body strength

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Flexibility

Question 6

For maximal squat testing, what safety measure does the NSCA recommend?

Accepted Answer

A power rack or spotters on each side of the bar plus one behind

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No spotters are required

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One spotter behind the lifter only

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Three spotters standing in front of the lifter