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Six useful principles of effective goal setting are summerized by the acronym SCAMPI, which stands for?  ------ Specific, challenging, approach, measurable, proximal, inspirational.
Research has demonstrated that higher volume training (3-4 sets at 9-20 reps) produces what type of training adaptations? EnduranceNeuralCellularMetabolic ------ Cellular
Which of the following actions is not one of the recommended items trainers should do in attempting to approach potential clients?Roam the floor and clean up equipmentMake introductions by using nameEducate to become established as the professional Offer active members towels or water ------ Educate to become established as the professional
The preferred resistance training system for using the OPT model is ? ------ Vertical Loading. 
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for concentrically accelerating hip flexion and internal rotation?Rectuc femorisBiceps femorisPsoasTensor Fascia Latae ------ Tensor Fascia Latae
The ability of the neuromuscular system to allow optimal levels of motor unit recruitment and synchronization within the a muscle is known as?  ------ intramuscular coordination
A cellular structure that supplies energy for many biochemical cellular processes by undergoing enzymatic hydrolysis is known as?  ------ adenenosine triphosphate 
What muscles are most likely to be overactive(tight) if a client's head protrudes forward during a pushing/pulling assessment? Teres MinorDeep cervical flexorsLevator scapulaeTeres major ------ Levator scapulae
What is the name of the assessment that tests upper extremity neuromuscular efficiency? ------ Pushing assessment
An example of a "severe" BMI score begins at which of the following numbers? 25303540 ------ 35
When sprinting what are proper backside mechanics ? ------ Ankle plantar flexion 
Hypertension is defined as a blood pressure reading above? ------ 140/90
Which of the following options would likely be considered underactive if a client's head protrudes forward during the concentric phase of the pulling assessment?Levator scapulaeDeep cervical flexorsDeep cervical extensorsScalenes ------ Deep cervical flexors
If a client demonstrates a forward lean during the lowering phase of the OH squat assessment, what muscle would not foam roll? ------ Vastus Lateralis
What does R.E.A.D stand for?  ------ Rapport, empathy, assessment, development 
During the pulling assessment, a client's head protrudes forward, what are the probable overactive muscles? ------  Deep cervical flexors. 
In terms of goal setting what does S.C.A.M.P.I. mean? ------ Specific, Challenging, Approach, measurable, proximal, inspirational.
Consumption of which of the following are associated with lower incidence of heart disease, lower incidence of cancer, maintaining good intestinal motility, and helps regulate the body's absorption of glucose? CarbohydrateProteinFiberWater ------ Fiber
Questions that can be answered with a simple "yes" or "no" are known as? ------ Directive Questions
When setting goals, why is it important to set proximal, short term goals?  ------ Raises sense of confidence and determination
The amino acid that is missing or present in the smallest amount is termed?  ------ Limiting factor
Belief is a powerful predictor of success and comes in many forms. All of the follow are forms of belief EXCEPT:Self - efficacyHopeMotivationLocus of Control ------ motivation
Individuals who engage in higher level visionary thinking, as well as lower level strategic thinking are known as?  ------ Flexible thinkers
A medicine ball rotation chest pass is an example of what type of exercise in the OPT model? ------ Core- Power
What is the recommended rest intervals for a client performing resistance training exercises in the hypertrophy phase of the OPT model? ------ 0-60sec
Research has demonstrated that optimum stride length at maximum velocity is...?1.2 - 1.5 x length1.5 - 2.0 x length2.1-2.5x length2.5-3.0x length ------ 2.1 - 2.5 x length
Type 1 muscle fibers are considered to be?Larger in size?Slow twitch?More predominant?Fast Twitch? ------ Slow Twitch
Beta-blockers typically have what type of effect on the client's heart rate? ------ Decrease
When a client exhibits the movement compensation of the feet turning out on the overhead squat assessment, all of the following will be probable under-active muscles except?Medial gastrocnemiusSartoriusGracilis Adductor complex ------ Adductor complex
After a client has warmed up with light resistance for 8-10 reps, how much additional weight should be added when performing the Lower extremity strength assessment?  ------ 30-40lbs
When conducting waist-to-hip ratio, what is the ratio for women and for men above which may put these individuals at risk for diseases? ------ .80 and .95
The typical heart rate is between?30-4060-7050-6070-80 ------ 70-80
Clients who possess an anteriorly rotated pelvis (low back arches) should initially stray away from what exercise/equipment when performing cardio training? ------ Bicycles
Although excess intake of most micronutrients can cause adverse effects, which of the following groups of nutrients when taken in excess can cause serious adverse effects including; birht defects, calcification of blood vessels, and damage to sensory nerves?A,D, and B-6A,C, and waterC,E, and seleniumA,C, and B-6 ------ A,D and B-6

Side A ------ Side B
Six useful principles of effective goal setting are summerized by the acronym SCAMPI, which stands for?  ------ Specific, challenging, approach, measurable, proximal, inspirational.
Research has demonstrated that higher volume training (3-4 sets at 9-20 reps) produces what type of training adaptations? EnduranceNeuralCellularMetabolic ------ Cellular
Which of the following actions is not one of the recommended items trainers should do in attempting to approach potential clients?Roam the floor and clean up equipmentMake introductions by using nameEducate to become established as the professional Offer active members towels or water ------ Educate to become established as the professional
The preferred resistance training system for using the OPT model is ? ------ Vertical Loading. 
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for concentrically accelerating hip flexion and internal rotation?Rectuc femorisBiceps femorisPsoasTensor Fascia Latae ------ Tensor Fascia Latae
The ability of the neuromuscular system to allow optimal levels of motor unit recruitment and synchronization within the a muscle is known as?  ------ intramuscular coordination
A cellular structure that supplies energy for many biochemical cellular processes by undergoing enzymatic hydrolysis is known as?  ------ adenenosine triphosphate 
What muscles are most likely to be overactive(tight) if a client's head protrudes forward during a pushing/pulling assessment? Teres MinorDeep cervical flexorsLevator scapulaeTeres major ------ Levator scapulae
What is the name of the assessment that tests upper extremity neuromuscular efficiency? ------ Pushing assessment
An example of a "severe" BMI score begins at which of the following numbers? 25303540 ------ 35
When sprinting what are proper backside mechanics ? ------ Ankle plantar flexion 
Hypertension is defined as a blood pressure reading above? ------ 140/90
Which of the following options would likely be considered underactive if a client's head protrudes forward during the concentric phase of the pulling assessment?Levator scapulaeDeep cervical flexorsDeep cervical extensorsScalenes ------ Deep cervical flexors
If a client demonstrates a forward lean during the lowering phase of the OH squat assessment, what muscle would not foam roll? ------ Vastus Lateralis
What does R.E.A.D stand for?  ------ Rapport, empathy, assessment, development 
During the pulling assessment, a client's head protrudes forward, what are the probable overactive muscles? ------  Deep cervical flexors. 
In terms of goal setting what does S.C.A.M.P.I. mean? ------ Specific, Challenging, Approach, measurable, proximal, inspirational.
Consumption of which of the following are associated with lower incidence of heart disease, lower incidence of cancer, maintaining good intestinal motility, and helps regulate the body's absorption of glucose? CarbohydrateProteinFiberWater ------ Fiber
Questions that can be answered with a simple "yes" or "no" are known as? ------ Directive Questions
When setting goals, why is it important to set proximal, short term goals?  ------ Raises sense of confidence and determination
The amino acid that is missing or present in the smallest amount is termed?  ------ Limiting factor
Belief is a powerful predictor of success and comes in many forms. All of the follow are forms of belief EXCEPT:Self - efficacyHopeMotivationLocus of Control ------ motivation
Individuals who engage in higher level visionary thinking, as well as lower level strategic thinking are known as?  ------ Flexible thinkers
A medicine ball rotation chest pass is an example of what type of exercise in the OPT model? ------ Core- Power
What is the recommended rest intervals for a client performing resistance training exercises in the hypertrophy phase of the OPT model? ------ 0-60sec
Research has demonstrated that optimum stride length at maximum velocity is...?1.2 - 1.5 x length1.5 - 2.0 x length2.1-2.5x length2.5-3.0x length ------ 2.1 - 2.5 x length
Type 1 muscle fibers are considered to be?Larger in size?Slow twitch?More predominant?Fast Twitch? ------ Slow Twitch
Beta-blockers typically have what type of effect on the client's heart rate? ------ Decrease
When a client exhibits the movement compensation of the feet turning out on the overhead squat assessment, all of the following will be probable under-active muscles except?Medial gastrocnemiusSartoriusGracilis Adductor complex ------ Adductor complex
After a client has warmed up with light resistance for 8-10 reps, how much additional weight should be added when performing the Lower extremity strength assessment?  ------ 30-40lbs
When conducting waist-to-hip ratio, what is the ratio for women and for men above which may put these individuals at risk for diseases? ------ .80 and .95
The typical heart rate is between?30-4060-7050-6070-80 ------ 70-80
Clients who possess an anteriorly rotated pelvis (low back arches) should initially stray away from what exercise/equipment when performing cardio training? ------ Bicycles
Although excess intake of most micronutrients can cause adverse effects, which of the following groups of nutrients when taken in excess can cause serious adverse effects including; birht defects, calcification of blood vessels, and damage to sensory nerves?A,D, and B-6A,C, and waterC,E, and seleniumA,C, and B-6 ------ A,D and B-6