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  1. Which assessment uses a step to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness?

    Answer: YMCA 3-minute step test

    The YMCA 3-minute step test estimates cardiorespiratory fitness via recovery heart rate.

  2. Knees moving inward during an overhead squat indicates overactivity of the:

    Answer: Adductor complex

    Overactive adductors pull the knees into valgus.

  3. Which macronutrient provides 4 calories per gram?

    Answer: Carbohydrate

    Carbohydrates and protein each provide 4 calories per gram.

  4. The Valsalva maneuver during heavy lifting can cause:

    Answer: A sudden rise in blood pressure

    Breath-holding under load spikes blood pressure and is risky for some clients.

  5. Which muscle is the primary agonist during a biceps curl?

    Answer: Biceps brachii

    The biceps brachii is the prime mover in elbow flexion during a curl.

  6. Self-myofascial release primarily works by stimulating the:

    Answer: Golgi tendon organ

    Sustained pressure activates the GTO, causing autogenic inhibition and muscle relaxation.

  7. A client's resting heart rate is best measured:

    Answer: Right after waking, before rising

    Resting heart rate is most accurate upon waking before activity.