IAHC Exercise and Physical Activity

Question 1

According to current U.S. physical activity guidelines, how many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week do adults need for substantial health benefits?

Accepted Answer

150 minutes

Answer

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for substantial health benefits in adults.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the FITT principle used in exercise programming?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

Answer

FITT stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type — the four key variables a health coach adjusts when designing an exercise plan.

Question 3

A health coach is working with a sedentary client who wants to start exercising. Which approach best reflects best practice for beginning an exercise program?

Accepted Answer

Begin with low-intensity activity and gradually increase duration and intensity

Answer

Starting with low-intensity activity and progressing gradually reduces injury risk and improves adherence, especially for sedentary individuals.

Question 4

Which component of fitness refers to the ability of muscles to exert force repeatedly over time without fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Muscular endurance

Answer

Muscular endurance is the capacity of a muscle or group of muscles to perform repeated contractions over time without fatiguing.

Question 5

What is the primary role of a health coach when a client asks for a specific exercise prescription after a cardiac event?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to their physician or a certified cardiac rehab specialist

Answer

Health coaches practice within their scope of practice, which means referring clients with medical conditions to qualified healthcare providers for medical exercise prescriptions.

IAHC - International Association for Health Coaches Practice Test

IAHC - International Association for Health Coaches Practice Test

IAHC Exercise and Physical Activity