Macro Coach Certification Coaching and Behavior Change 2

Question 1

A client misses their macro targets 4 out of 7 days. Instead of expressing frustration, the most effective coaching response is to:

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Explore the specific barriers preventing adherence and collaboratively problem-solve solutions

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Issue a warning that continued non-compliance will end the coaching relationship

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Double the client's macro targets to make up for missed days

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Tell the client to try harder next week

Question 2

The Stages of Change (Transtheoretical) Model suggests a client who says 'I know I should track my macros, but I'm not ready to start yet' is in which stage?

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Contemplation

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Precontemplation

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Preparation

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Action

Question 3

Motivational Interviewing (MI) uses the OARS framework. What does 'R' stand for, and how is it used in macro coaching?

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Reflective Listening — paraphrasing or reflecting back what the client says to demonstrate understanding and deepen exploration

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Restriction — limiting food choices to drive compliance

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Referral — sending clients to registered dietitians

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Reporting — having clients submit daily food logs

Question 4

A client consistently achieves their macro targets Monday–Friday but goes significantly over on weekends. The best coaching intervention is to:

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Identify weekend-specific triggers (social events, stress, habit) and create flexible strategies for those situations

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Remove all flexibility and enforce strict targets 7 days a week with penalties for deviation

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Increase the deficit on weekdays to compensate for weekend overeating

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Recommend the client avoid all social events involving food

Question 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of a SMART goal in macro coaching?

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'I will track my macros using MyFitnessPal every day for the next 4 weeks and check in with my coach on Sundays'

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'I want to feel better about my body'

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'I want to lose a lot of weight quickly'

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'I will try to eat healthier when possible'

Question 6

A client reports that meal prepping feels overwhelming and they cannot maintain it. The coach should:

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Collaborate with the client to find alternative strategies that fit their lifestyle (e.g., batch cooking only proteins, relying on whole foods, restaurant macro tracking)

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Insist meal prep is mandatory for macro tracking success

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Remove the client from the program

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Set macros only for 'easy' foods to avoid the need for prep