NSCA-CPT Nutrition and Weight Management 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to NSCA-CPT guidelines, what is the recommended daily protein intake for a recreational exerciser?
- 0.4–0.6 g/kg/day
- 0.8–1.0 g/kg/day (Correct answer)
- 1.4–1.7 g/kg/day
- 2.5–3.0 g/kg/day
Correct answer: 0.8–1.0 g/kg/day
The NSCA recommends 0.8–1.0 g/kg/day of protein for recreational exercisers to support general health and recovery.
Question 2: Which macronutrient is the PRIMARY fuel source during high-intensity anaerobic exercise?
- Fat
- Protein
- Carbohydrate (Correct answer)
- Water
Correct answer: Carbohydrate
Carbohydrates (as muscle glycogen and blood glucose) are the primary fuel during high-intensity anaerobic exercise due to rapid ATP production via glycolysis.
Question 3: A client wants to lose 1 lb of body fat per week. Approximately what caloric deficit per day is required?
- 250 kcal/day
- 500 kcal/day (Correct answer)
- 750 kcal/day
- 1,000 kcal/day
Correct answer: 500 kcal/day
One pound of fat equals roughly 3,500 kcal, so a 500 kcal/day deficit over 7 days achieves approximately 1 lb of fat loss per week.
Question 4: What is the primary role of dietary fat in the body during low-to-moderate intensity exercise?
- Quick energy via glycolysis
- Primary fuel substrate via beta-oxidation (Correct answer)
- Protein synthesis support
- Electrolyte regulation
Correct answer: Primary fuel substrate via beta-oxidation
During low-to-moderate intensity aerobic exercise, fat is the primary fuel through beta-oxidation of free fatty acids in the mitochondria.
Question 5: Which vitamin is classified as fat-soluble and can accumulate to toxic levels if over-supplemented?
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A (Correct answer)
- Vitamin B6
Correct answer: Vitamin A
Vitamin A is fat-soluble and stored in the liver; excessive supplementation can lead to hypervitaminosis A, causing toxicity.
Question 6: According to NSCA-CPT guidelines, what percentage of total daily calories should come from carbohydrates for a moderately active individual?
- 10–20%
- 20–30%
- 45–65% (Correct answer)
- 70–80%
Correct answer: 45–65%
The NSCA and dietary guidelines recommend 45–65% of total daily calories from carbohydrates for moderately active individuals.
NSCA-CPT Nutrition and Weight Management 1
According to NSCA-CPT guidelines, what is the recommended daily protein intake for a recreational exerciser?