NASM-CPT Special Populations and Flexibility Training

Question 1

When training an older adult (65+), which of the following exercise adaptations is MOST important per NASM guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Emphasizing balance, mobility, and fall-prevention training

Answer

For older adults, NASM emphasizes balance, proprioception, and functional mobility training to reduce fall risk and maintain independence.

Question 2

Autogenic inhibition, used in self-myofascial release (foam rolling), works primarily by:

Accepted Answer

Activating the GTO to relax the target muscle

Answer

Sustained pressure on the muscle during foam rolling activates the GTO, causing autogenic inhibition—a reflexive relaxation of the target muscle.

Question 3

Which type of stretching involves moving a limb through its full range of motion in a controlled manner?

Accepted Answer

Dynamic stretching

Answer

Dynamic stretching uses controlled, active movements to take joints through their full range of motion, increasing tissue temperature and neuromuscular readiness.

Question 4

For a pregnant client in the second trimester, which exercise position should generally be AVOIDED?

Accepted Answer

Supine (lying on back)

Answer

The supine position after the first trimester can compress the vena cava, reducing venous return and potentially causing supine hypotensive syndrome.

Question 5

Static stretching is BEST performed during which part of the workout to improve flexibility?

Accepted Answer

After exercise, during the cool-down phase

Answer

Static stretching is most effective and safest during the cool-down when muscles are warm and pliable, and it does not impair performance as it might pre-exercise.

NASM Practice Test

NASM Practice Test

NASM-CPT Special Populations and Flexibility Training