NASM Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training 2

Question 1

What is the Karvonen formula used for in NASM cardiorespiratory programming?

Accepted Answer

Calculating target heart rate using heart rate reserve

Answer

The Karvonen formula calculates target heart rate by factoring in heart rate reserve (HRmax − HRrest), giving a more personalized intensity prescription.

Question 2

Which physiological adaptation is a primary benefit of consistent aerobic training according to NASM?

Accepted Answer

Increased mitochondrial density in muscle cells

Answer

Regular aerobic training increases mitochondrial density, allowing muscles to produce more ATP aerobically and improving endurance performance.

Question 3

What does EPOC stand for in the context of NASM exercise physiology?

Accepted Answer

Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption

Answer

EPOC (Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption) refers to the elevated oxygen uptake following exercise, contributing to continued caloric burn after training.

Question 4

In NASM's cardiorespiratory training, what is the recommended frequency of Stage 1 training for deconditioned clients?

Accepted Answer

2–3 days per week

Answer

NASM recommends 2–3 days per week of Stage 1 steady-state cardio for deconditioned or beginning clients to build an aerobic base safely.

Question 5

According to NASM, which component of the FITTE principle refers to how challenging the exercise is?

Accepted Answer

Intensity

Answer

The 'Intensity' component of the FITTE principle (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type, Enjoyment) describes how hard the client is working during exercise.

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NASM Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training 2