Macro Coach Certification Behavioral Coaching and Adherence 2

Question 1

Motivational interviewing in macro coaching primarily involves:

Accepted Answer

Exploring client's own motivation for change

Answer

MI helps clients discover their own reasons for change, increasing intrinsic motivation.

Question 2

The most common reason clients fail to adhere to macro plans is:

Accepted Answer

Plan is too complex or rigid

Answer

Overly complex or rigid plans create adherence fatigue — simplicity drives consistency.

Question 3

The Transtheoretical Model describes:

Accepted Answer

Stages of behavior change readiness

Answer

The TTM describes six stages of change: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and termination.

Question 4

Which strategy best helps clients build new nutrition habits?

Accepted Answer

Habit stacking — attach new habits to existing ones

Answer

Habit stacking links new behaviors to established routines, making adoption easier.

Question 5

When a client says 'I can't give up pizza,' the best coaching response is:

Accepted Answer

Let's find a way to fit pizza into your macros

Answer

Flexible dieting accommodates preferred foods within macro targets, improving adherence.

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