NCSF-CPT Exercise Technique & Safety 2

Question 1

What is the primary safety concern when performing Olympic lifts (e.g., power clean) with untrained clients?

Accepted Answer

High technical demand increases injury risk without proper progressions

Answer

They build too much muscle too quickly

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They are only suitable for female clients

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They do not develop any strength qualities

Question 2

What does 'spotting' refer to in resistance training?

Accepted Answer

Providing assistance or safety support to a client performing an exercise

Answer

Identifying muscle imbalances through assessment

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Marking the correct starting position for an exercise

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Monitoring heart rate during a set

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a cool-down after exercise?

Accepted Answer

Gradually lower heart rate and promote venous return

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Increase muscle size by extending time under tension

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Maximize caloric burn post-workout

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Begin the next training session with fresh energy

Question 4

What is DOMS and when does it typically peak?

Accepted Answer

Delayed onset muscle soreness; peaks 24–72 hours after exercise

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Deferred oxygen muscle stress; peaks during the workout

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Dynamic oxygen metabolic stress; peaks immediately post-exercise

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Direct onset muscle strain; peaks 6–12 hours after exercise

Question 5

What does 'PRICE' stand for in first-aid for acute musculoskeletal injuries?

Accepted Answer

Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

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Pain management, Recovery, Icing, Cooling, Exercise

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Protection, Resistance, Immobilization, Cold, Evaluation

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Pressure, Rest, Ice, Cooling, Evaluation

Question 6

What is the primary risk of performing resistance training with improper breathing (breath holding too long)?

Accepted Answer

Valsalva-induced spike in blood pressure, risking cardiovascular events

Answer

Muscle cramps due to CO2 retention

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Hypoglycemia from oxygen depletion

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Decreased muscular strength output