CSCS Study Guide 2026

The pyramid system involves progressively increasing load and decreasing repetitions across successive sets.

Fixed costs (rent, insurance, salaries) remain constant regardless of output level, while variable costs (materials, commissions, utilities) fluctuate directly with the volume of activity or production.

The push-up test to exhaustion measures upper-body muscular endurance by counting the maximum number of repetitions completed.

Milestones are significant checkpoints or achievements in a project timeline that mark the completion of major deliverables, phase transitions, or critical decision points.

Periodization is the systematic variation of training variables such as volume and intensity over time to optimize performance and prevent overtraining.

Active listening involves fully focusing on the speaker, processing their message, asking clarifying questions, and providing thoughtful responses that demonstrate understanding and engagement.