NASM-CPT NASM Nutrition and Program Design 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to NASM, how many kilocalories does one gram of dietary fat provide?
- 4 kcal
- 7 kcal
- 9 kcal (Correct answer)
- 2 kcal
Correct answer: 9 kcal
Fat is the most energy-dense macronutrient at 9 kcal per gram.
Question 2: A client wants to lose fat. Which caloric approach does NASM recommend as the safest starting point?
- A moderate deficit of about 250-500 kcal per day (Correct answer)
- A 1,500 kcal deficit per day
- Eliminating all carbohydrates
- Fasting every other day
Correct answer: A moderate deficit of about 250-500 kcal per day
A modest 250-500 kcal daily deficit supports gradual, sustainable fat loss.
Question 3: In the OPT model, which phase focuses on muscular endurance and stabilization?
- Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance (Correct answer)
- Phase 4: Maximal Strength
- Phase 5: Power
- Phase 3: Muscular Development
Correct answer: Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance
Phase 1, Stabilization Endurance, builds core and joint stability with muscular endurance.
Question 4: What is the general daily protein recommendation range NASM cites for active individuals?
- 0.5-0.8 g/kg
- 1.2-2.0 g/kg (Correct answer)
- 3.0-4.0 g/kg
- 0.2-0.4 g/kg
Correct answer: 1.2-2.0 g/kg
Active individuals generally benefit from roughly 1.2-2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight.
Question 5: Which micronutrient category includes vitamins A, D, E, and K?
- Water-soluble vitamins
- Fat-soluble vitamins (Correct answer)
- Macrominerals
- Trace minerals
Correct answer: Fat-soluble vitamins
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are the fat-soluble vitamins.
Question 6: For a Phase 1 stabilization endurance workout, what tempo does NASM recommend for resistance exercises?
- 4/2/1 (slow) (Correct answer)
- 1/1/1 (fast)
- 2/0/2 (moderate)
- X/X/X (explosive)
Correct answer: 4/2/1 (slow)
A slow 4/2/1 tempo enhances stabilization and time under tension in Phase 1.
Question 7: How many liters of water does NASM generally suggest as a baseline daily intake for adults?
- About 1 liter
- About 2-3 liters (Correct answer)
- About 6-8 liters
- About 0.5 liter
Correct answer: About 2-3 liters
Roughly 2-3 liters per day is a common baseline hydration target for adults.
NASM-CPT NASM Nutrition and Program Design 2
According to NASM, how many kilocalories does one gram of dietary fat provide?