NSCA CSCS Aerobic Endurance Program Design 3

Question 1

When using the talk test to gauge exercise intensity, a person who can speak only a few words at a time is likely exercising at approximately what intensity?

Accepted Answer

At or above ventilatory threshold 2

Answer

Inability to speak more than a few words comfortably indicates intensity at or above the second ventilatory threshold (VT2), near maximal effort.

Question 2

Which of the following represents the CORRECT order of aerobic training principles from NSCA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Frequency → Volume → Intensity

Answer

NSCA guidelines recommend establishing training frequency first, then building volume, and finally manipulating intensity to minimize injury risk.

Question 3

A distance runner's VO2max is 60 mL/kg/min. If exercising at 75% VO2max, what is the approximate oxygen consumption?

Accepted Answer

45 mL/kg/min

Answer

75% of 60 mL/kg/min equals 45 mL/kg/min.

Question 4

Fartlek training differs from traditional interval training primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Involves unstructured, terrain-based speed variations

Answer

Fartlek ('speed play' in Swedish) uses informal, athlete-directed intensity changes over natural terrain rather than timed work-rest intervals.

Question 5

Which variable should be increased FIRST when progressing an aerobic endurance program for a beginner?

Accepted Answer

Duration

Answer

For beginners, increasing session duration before intensity is safer and more effective for building an aerobic base.

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS Aerobic Endurance Program Design 3