Flexibility & Warm-Ups
What type of warm-up uses movements that mimic the actual exercise to be performed?
Specific warm-up
What type of machine provides variable resistance throughout a joint’s ROM?
Cam-based machine
What type of exercises should not be spotted due to high speed or explosive nature?
Power exercises (e.g., cleans, snatches)
What component makes up the largest portion of total daily energy expenditure?
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
What type of goal focuses on behaviors under personal control (e.g., effort, form)?
Process goal
Which training principle explains why two clients respond differently to the same program?
Individuality
Which stretch type alternates between contracting and lengthening a muscle to activate Golgi tendon organs?
PNF stretching
Which bodyweight training type changes resistance based on body position relative to an anchor point?
Suspension training (TRX)
In the Valsalva maneuver, the client is instructed to ______ against a ______ throat.
Exhale; closed
Explain a disadvantage of supplements
Lower absorption, not regulated, inconsistent quality
A trainer says, “Since you completed all workouts this month, you don’t have to log your next week.” What type of reinforcement is this?
Negative reinforcement
What principle describes adapting specifically to trained muscles and intensities?
Specificity
What are the three disadvantages of ballistic stretching?
Exceeding extensibility limits, higher energy cost, activation of stretch reflex
What kind of resistance do chains provide during a lift?
Accomodating resistance (Increased at the sticking point; decreased during the lowering phase)
When spotting a barbell over the face, how should the spotter grasp the bar?
Between the client’s hands with an alternated grip
True or False: Caffeinated beverages contribute to hydration.
True
A client who loves training for the joy of it is operating under which form of motivation?
Intrinsic motivation / Internal regulation
A client returning to exercise after 6 months off and regaining fitness slowly best illustrates which principle combination?
Reversibility and Diminishing Returns