NSCA-CPT Psychology and Behavior Change 2

Question 1

What does 'rapport' mean in a trainer-client relationship, and how does it impact training outcomes?

Accepted Answer

A trusting, respectful relationship built through empathy and communication; it improves client adherence and satisfaction

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A formal contract between trainer and client; it reduces liability

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The trainer's technical expertise in exercise science; it determines program quality

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The client's payment history; it determines session scheduling

Question 2

According to NSCA-CPT guidelines, what should a personal trainer do when a client discloses a personal problem that requires mental health support?

Accepted Answer

Listen empathetically and refer the client to a qualified mental health professional

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Provide counseling within the session to help resolve the issue

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Ignore the disclosure and redirect to exercise immediately

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Adjust the client's training program to eliminate all stress

Question 3

Which behavior change strategy involves the client identifying their personal reasons and values for wanting to exercise?

Accepted Answer

Decisional balance

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Stimulus control

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Behavioral contracting

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Counter-conditioning

Question 4

What is 'behavioral contracting' in the context of personal training?

Accepted Answer

A formal written agreement between trainer and client outlining specific behavior goals and accountability measures

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A legal liability waiver signed before training begins

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A training split designed around the client's behavioral tendencies

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A verbal promise the client makes to train harder

Question 5

A client repeatedly fails to attend morning training sessions due to competing obligations. Using the principle of 'stimulus control,' what is the BEST advice?

Accepted Answer

Schedule sessions at a time with fewer competing demands and restructure the environment to support attendance

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Tell the client to try harder and prioritize exercise

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Switch the client to an online training format

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Reduce training frequency to once per week

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of POSITIVE reinforcement used by a personal trainer?

Accepted Answer

Verbally praising a client immediately after they complete a challenging exercise successfully

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Reducing rest time when a client performs poorly

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Removing a difficult exercise from the program as a reward

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Charging a fee when a client misses a session