NASM Assessment & Client Intake 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: The single-leg squat assessment primarily evaluates which movement quality?
- Lower-extremity dynamic stability and balance (Correct answer)
- Core endurance under load
- Hip flexor flexibility
- Ankle dorsiflexion range of motion
Correct answer: Lower-extremity dynamic stability and balance
The single-leg squat assessment reveals dynamic stability, balance, and potential compensations at the ankle, knee, and hip on one limb.
Question 2: When observing the Overhead Squat Assessment from the front, which compensation involves the knees moving inward?
- Valgus collapse (Correct answer)
- Varus deviation
- Tibial torsion
- Pronation distortion
Correct answer: Valgus collapse
Knee valgus (knees caving inward) during the OHSA indicates weakness in the hip abductors and external rotators or overactive hip adductors.
Question 3: Which NASM assessment is used to measure muscular endurance of the core and lower body?
- Shark Skill Test (Correct answer)
- Overhead Squat Assessment
- Loaded Movement Assessment
- Stepmill Protocol
Correct answer: Shark Skill Test
The Shark Skill Test evaluates neuromuscular efficiency, agility, and dynamic balance across multiple planes of motion.
Question 4: Which cardiovascular assessment estimates VO2 max without maximal exertion?
- Rockport Walk Test (Correct answer)
- Wingate Test
- Astrand-Rhyming Cycle Test
- Bruce Protocol
Correct answer: Rockport Walk Test
The Rockport Walk Test estimates VO2 max from a 1-mile walk time and post-walk heart rate, making it safe for deconditioned populations.
Question 5: An elevated anterior pelvic tilt observed during the OHSA is typically associated with overactive:
- Hip flexors and erector spinae (Correct answer)
- Gluteus maximus and hamstrings
- Tibialis anterior and peroneals
- Rectus abdominis and obliques
Correct answer: Hip flexors and erector spinae
Anterior pelvic tilt results from overactive hip flexors and lumbar extensors pulling the pelvis forward, indicating underactive glutes and core.
Question 6: The NASM client intake process includes collecting health history primarily to:
- Identify contraindications and customize the training program safely (Correct answer)
- Determine the client's fitness goals only
- Assess nutritional status
- Evaluate cardiovascular endurance baseline
Correct answer: Identify contraindications and customize the training program safely
Health history collection allows trainers to identify medical conditions, injuries, and contraindications that affect safe program design.
NASM Assessment & Client Intake 2
The single-leg squat assessment primarily evaluates which movement quality?