CFP Exercise Programming & Technique

Question 1

What is the principle of progressive overload in exercise programming?

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Gradually increasing the intensity of the exercise to challenge the muscles and stimulate growth.

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Increasing the volume of exercise without changing the intensity.

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Decreasing the rest time between sets.

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Exercising at the same intensity throughout the program.

Question 2

What is the recommended rep range for hypertrophy (muscle growth)?

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6-12 reps.

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1-5 reps.

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15-20 reps.

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20+ reps.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a warm-up before exercise?

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To prepare the body for higher-intensity exercise and reduce the risk of injury.

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To increase the intensity of the workout immediately.

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To decrease muscle flexibility.

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To focus only on mental preparation.

Question 4

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise is high-intensity and anaerobic exercise is low-intensity.

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Aerobic exercise requires oxygen for energy production, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Aerobic exercise is focused on strength training, while anaerobic exercise is focused on endurance.

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There is no difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise.

Question 5

How does proper nutrition support exercise performance?

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By reducing the need for rest.

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By providing energy for exercise, supporting recovery, and promoting muscle growth and repair.

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By reducing the number of workouts needed.

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By making the body more resistant to injury.

Question 6

What is the importance of rest and recovery in exercise programming?

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To ensure that exercise intensity remains the same every day.

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To allow muscles to recover and grow, and to avoid overtraining and burnout.

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To decrease the effectiveness of strength training.

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To maintain the same level of energy throughout training.

Question 7

Why is tracking progress important in exercise programming?

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To make exercise more difficult than necessary.

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To ensure that the program is effective and goals are being achieved.

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To increase the duration of each exercise session.

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To focus on only one aspect of fitness.

Question 8

What is a periodized exercise program?

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A program with the same intensity and volume throughout.

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A program that systematically varies intensity, volume, and exercise types over time to maximize performance.

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A program focused only on endurance training.

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A program that increases training volume without rest periods.

Question 9

How do flexibility exercises benefit overall fitness?

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By increasing muscle mass.

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By improving joint mobility and reducing muscle stiffness, helping prevent injuries.

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By enhancing cardiovascular endurance.

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By building muscle strength.