CHC Physical Activity & Exercise Coaching

Question 1

What is the CHC's scope of practice regarding exercise prescription?

Accepted Answer

CHCs can provide general physical activity guidance and support active lifestyles, referring to exercise professionals for specific programming

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Health coaches can prescribe detailed exercise programs for all conditions

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Health coaches should avoid discussing exercise entirely

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CHCs can prescribe exercise for rehabilitation purposes

Question 2

What are the current physical activity guidelines for adults recommended by the US Department of Health?

Accepted Answer

At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week, plus muscle-strengthening activities

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30 minutes of intense exercise daily with no exceptions

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Physical activity is only recommended for weight loss

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Walking 10,000 steps daily is the only recommendation

Question 3

How should a CHC help a sedentary client begin an exercise routine?

Accepted Answer

Begin with small, achievable increments that build gradually, focusing on activities the client enjoys

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Start with the maximum recommended activity level immediately

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Recommend only gym-based workouts

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Wait until the client reaches their ideal weight before starting exercise

Question 4

What safety considerations should a CHC address before a client increases physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Review medical history, use PAR-Q screening, identify contraindications, and recommend physician clearance when appropriate

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Safety screenings are unnecessary for healthy adults

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Only clients over 65 need safety screening

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A simple verbal confirmation of health is sufficient

Question 5

Why is it important for health coaches to understand the difference between physical activity and exercise?

Accepted Answer

Physical activity includes all movement while exercise is structured and planned; both contribute to health and coaches should encourage both

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There is no meaningful difference

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Only structured exercise provides health benefits

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Health coaches should only discuss structured exercise programs

Question 6

How should a CHC address a client's exercise barriers?

Accepted Answer

Collaboratively identify specific barriers and brainstorm practical solutions that fit the client's life circumstances

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Tell the client they need more discipline

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Ignore barriers and focus only on motivation

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Lower all expectations to eliminate any challenge