NSCA CSCS Exercise Technique and Coaching 2

Question 1

During the back squat, the bar should be positioned across which anatomical landmark for a high-bar squat?

Accepted Answer

Across the upper trapezius at approximately the level of the acromion

Answer

The high-bar back squat positions the barbell across the upper trapezius muscle, which provides a stable shelf at approximately the level of the acromion.

Question 2

A coach observes that an athlete's knees cave inward (valgus collapse) during the squat descent. Which cue is MOST appropriate to correct this fault?

Accepted Answer

'Push your knees out over your toes'

Answer

Cueing the athlete to push knees outward over the toes directly addresses valgus collapse by activating the hip abductors and external rotators.

Question 3

When spotting the dumbbell bench press, the spotter should grasp the athlete's:

Accepted Answer

Forearms near the wrists

Answer

The spotter grasps the lifter's forearms near the wrists to provide support while still allowing the athlete to control the dumbbells.

Question 4

What is the recommended foot position for the conventional deadlift?

Accepted Answer

Hip-width apart with toes turned out 15–30 degrees

Answer

The conventional deadlift setup uses a hip-width stance with toes turned out 15–30 degrees to allow the shins to remain vertical and bar close to the body.

Question 5

During the overhead press, which of the following best describes proper head/neck position as the bar passes the face?

Accepted Answer

The head moves slightly forward to allow bar clearance, then returns to neutral as the bar passes

Answer

The head shifts slightly forward to clear the bar during the concentric phase, then returns to neutral once the bar is above the head.

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS Exercise Technique and Coaching 2