NASM Nutrition and Program Design Flashcards
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Which macronutrient is the body's primary source of energy during high-intensity exercise?
Answer: Carbohydrate
Carbohydrate is the preferred fuel during high-intensity efforts.
How many phases are in the NASM OPT model?
Answer: 5
The OPT model consists of 5 phases across three levels.
A scope-of-practice question: which action is OUTSIDE a NASM-CPT's role?
Answer: Prescribing a specific therapeutic diet for a disease
Prescribing therapeutic diets for medical conditions requires a licensed dietitian, not a CPT.
Which of the following is a complete protein source?
Answer: Eggs
Eggs contain all nine essential amino acids, making them a complete protein.
In OPT Phase 2 (Strength Endurance), what is a defining training technique?
Answer: Supersets of a strength exercise followed by a stabilization exercise
Phase 2 pairs a traditional strength move with a stabilization-focused move in a superset.
Approximately how many total kilocalories equal one pound of body fat?
Answer: 3,500 kcal
One pound of body fat is estimated at roughly 3,500 kcal.
What is the recommended rest interval for a Phase 1 stabilization endurance client between sets?
Answer: 0-90 seconds
Phase 1 uses short rest of about 0-90 seconds to build endurance.