NASM Assessment & Client Intake 2

Question 1

The single-leg squat assessment primarily evaluates which movement quality?

Accepted Answer

Lower-extremity dynamic stability and balance

Answer

Core endurance under load

Answer

Hip flexor flexibility

Answer

Ankle dorsiflexion range of motion

Question 2

When observing the Overhead Squat Assessment from the front, which compensation involves the knees moving inward?

Accepted Answer

Valgus collapse

Answer

Varus deviation

Answer

Tibial torsion

Answer

Pronation distortion

Question 3

Which NASM assessment is used to measure muscular endurance of the core and lower body?

Accepted Answer

Shark Skill Test

Answer

Overhead Squat Assessment

Answer

Loaded Movement Assessment

Answer

Stepmill Protocol

Question 4

Which cardiovascular assessment estimates VO2 max without maximal exertion?

Accepted Answer

Rockport Walk Test

Answer

Wingate Test

Answer

Astrand-Rhyming Cycle Test

Answer

Bruce Protocol

Question 5

An elevated anterior pelvic tilt observed during the OHSA is typically associated with overactive:

Accepted Answer

Hip flexors and erector spinae

Answer

Gluteus maximus and hamstrings

Answer

Tibialis anterior and peroneals

Answer

Rectus abdominis and obliques

Question 6

The NASM client intake process includes collecting health history primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Identify contraindications and customize the training program safely

Answer

Determine the client's fitness goals only

Answer

Assess nutritional status

Answer

Evaluate cardiovascular endurance baseline