ACE Fitness ACE Fitness Certifications ACE-PERSONAL-TRAINER Questions & Answers

• Question 181:

  After four weeks of program participation, a client's motivation is starting to decrease. The ACE certified Personal Trainer should:

  A. Encourage the client to exercise as close to home or work as possible.

  B. Schedule training sessions at the same time each day.

  C. Encourage the client to find an exercise partner.

  D. Help the client avoid high-risk strength-training exercises.

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 182:

  Which of the following is closest to the MAXIMUM recommendation for safe weight loss?

  A. 14 lb (6 kg) in three months

  B. 15 lb (7 kg) in four months

  C. 24 lb (11 kg) in two months

  D. 30 lb (14 kg) in four months

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 183:

  A new client has consistently maintained a cardiorespiratory program frequency minutes three times per week. Which is the BEST next step to advance the client's level of fitness?

  A. A gradual and progressive Increase of activity time at steady-state intensity

  B. A gradual increase in activity duration along with interval training and decreasing recovery periods

  C. A variety of interval work-to-recovery ratios that will determine the frequency and duration of sessions

  D. Random changes in program frequency, duration, and work-to-recovery intervals

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 184:

  Which motion is the MOST significant safety concern during the performance of a squat thrust?

  A. Jump to full extension

  B. Tuck from torso extension

  C. Torso hyperextension during the plank position

  D. Straight-leg back extension from forward flexion

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 185:

  Which of the following is an example of an adaptation to strength training?

  A. Increased recruitment of motor units

  B. Increased ability to overcome maximal contractions

  C. Decreased nervous system activity

  D. Decreased recruitment of motor units

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 186:

  Which of the following descriptions represents an individual being at VT1?

  A. Easily being able to carry on a conversation

  B. No longer being able to speak comfortably

  C. Beginning blood lactate accumulation

  D. Using only carbohydrates as fuel

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 187:

  During the initial interview, which of the following strategies is MOST effective in building a strong relationship with a new client?

  A. Inform the client of your qualifications and experience as an ACE certified Personal Trainer.

  B. Ask the client open-ended questions and listen to the responses.

  C. Outline the specific components of the client's new exercise program to meet the training goals.

  D. Develop a behavioral contract for the client citing negative consequences for missed sessions.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 188:

  A client's initial six sessions with an ACE certified Personal Trainer each had comparable training volumes with no indicators of joint stress, psychological discomfort, or overtraining Each session was completed with increased ease The client's total rest/recovery time was more than 10 minutes per session Which program modification is MOST appropriate for the client's seventh training session''

  A. Increase rest/recovery time.

  B. Decrease training volume or session duration.

  C. increase training volume or decrease rest/recovery time.

  D. Increase resistance, duration, total number of sets, and number of exercises.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 189:

  The spouse of a client calls the ACE certified Personal Trainer to find out how close the client is to achieving a 20 lb (9 0 kg) weight-loss goal. The spouse wants to plan a reward for the client once the goal is achieved. Which response by the trainer would be MOST appropriate?

  A. Explain that no information can be disclosed over the phone, but that the client's mid-assessment evaluation can be mailed.

  B. Explain that questions regarding the client's fitness results must be directed to the client.

  C. Explain that the client already has established rewards and that additional rewards may impact goal attainment.

  D. Notify the spouse that the client is close to achieving the goal, and that a reward at this time would be a better motivator.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 190:

  During a training session with a new client, a 21-year-old male ACE certified Personal Trainer notices that the client, a 43-year-old female, appears to be stepping back from him. The trainer should respond by doing which of the following?

  A. Overlook the body movement of the client.

  B. Step closer to the client.

  C. Give the client more personal space.

  D. Ask the client if there is a problem.

  Correct Answer: C