NASM Nutrition and Program Design Flashcards
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Which OPT phase primarily uses supersets pairing a strength exercise with a power exercise?
Answer: Phase 5: Power
Phase 5 Power pairs a heavy strength lift with an explosive movement in a superset.
How many kilocalories are in one gram of carbohydrate according to NASM?
Answer: 4 kcal
Carbohydrate provides 4 kcal per gram.
What acute variable refers to the number of repetitions performed in a set?
Answer: Repetitions
Repetitions is the acute variable describing how many reps are done per set.
A client eats 2,000 kcal with 150 g carbohydrate. What percentage of calories comes from carbs?
Answer: 30%
150 g x 4 kcal = 600 kcal, which is 30% of 2,000 kcal.
In the OPT model, Phase 4 (Maximal Strength) typically prescribes what rep range?
Answer: 1-5 reps
Maximal Strength uses heavy loads for low reps, generally 1-5.
Which term describes the essential amino acids the body cannot synthesize on its own?
Answer: Essential amino acids
Essential amino acids must be obtained from the diet because the body cannot make them.
What does NASM recommend a trainer do before designing a nutrition-supported program?
Answer: Complete a fitness and health assessment
A thorough assessment must precede any program or nutrition guidance.