NASM-CPT CPT 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which stage of the OPT model focuses on developing muscular endurance and stabilization using high repetitions and unstable environments?
- Stabilization Endurance (Correct answer)
- Strength Endurance
- Maximal Strength
- Power
Correct answer: Stabilization Endurance
Stabilization Endurance is Phase 1 of the OPT model, emphasizing muscular endurance and core stability.
Question 2: What does the acronym FITT stand for in program design?
- Form, Intensity, Timing, Tempo
- Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type (Correct answer)
- Fitness, Interval, Training, Technique
- Function, Intensity, Tempo, Type
Correct answer: Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
FITT stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type, the core variables of program design.
Question 3: During the overhead squat assessment, forward trunk lean most likely indicates overactivity in which muscle group?
- Anterior tibialis
- Gluteus maximus
- Soleus and gastrocnemius (Correct answer)
- Rhomboids
Correct answer: Soleus and gastrocnemius
Forward trunk lean is commonly caused by overactive soleus, gastrocnemius, and hip flexor complex.
Question 4: Which energy system is the primary source of ATP during a maximal 8-second sprint?
- ATP-PC (phosphagen) system (Correct answer)
- Glycolytic system
- Oxidative system
- Krebs cycle
Correct answer: ATP-PC (phosphagen) system
The ATP-PC system supplies immediate energy for high-intensity efforts lasting up to about 10 seconds.
Question 5: What is the recommended rest interval between sets in the Power phase (Phase 5) of the OPT model?
- 0-90 seconds
- 3-5 minutes (Correct answer)
- 45-90 seconds
- No rest
Correct answer: 3-5 minutes
Power phase uses 3-5 minutes rest to allow near-full recovery of the phosphagen system.
Question 6: The Valsalva maneuver during heavy lifting can be dangerous primarily because it can cause what?
- Decreased muscle activation
- A sharp rise in blood pressure (Correct answer)
- Lower heart rate
- Increased flexibility
Correct answer: A sharp rise in blood pressure
The Valsalva maneuver sharply increases intra-thoracic pressure and blood pressure, risky for at-risk clients.
Question 7: Which macronutrient provides 4 calories per gram?
- Fat
- Alcohol
- Carbohydrate (Correct answer)
- Water
Correct answer: Carbohydrate
Carbohydrates and proteins both provide 4 calories per gram, while fat provides 9.
NASM-CPT CPT 2
Which stage of the OPT model focuses on developing muscular endurance and stabilization using high repetitions and unstable environments?