NSCA CSCS Aerobic Endurance Program Design 4

Question 1

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions are MOST appropriately scheduled in a weekly microcycle?

Accepted Answer

With at least 48 hours of recovery between sessions

Answer

HIIT creates significant physiological stress requiring at least 48 hours of recovery to prevent overtraining and allow adaptation.

Question 2

What does the 'E' in the FITT-VP principle stand for?

Accepted Answer

Exercise type

Answer

In FITT-VP, 'T' stands for Type (mode of exercise), while 'E' does not appear — the letters are Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type, Volume, and Progression.

Question 3

Cross-training in aerobic programming is PRIMARILY used to:

Accepted Answer

Reduce overuse injury risk while maintaining aerobic fitness

Answer

Cross-training uses alternative aerobic modalities to maintain cardiovascular fitness while reducing repetitive stress on overused tissues.

Question 4

Which of the following training zones corresponds to 'moderate intensity' defined as 64–76% of maximum heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Zone 2

Answer

Zone 2 (moderate intensity) corresponds to approximately 64–76% HRmax, below the first ventilatory threshold for most individuals.

Question 5

A triathlete is transitioning from the base phase to the build phase. Which change to the aerobic program is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Decrease volume and increase intensity

Answer

Moving from base to build phase typically involves reducing total volume while increasing training intensity and specificity.

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NSCA CSCS Aerobic Endurance Program Design 4