NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine Program Design and Implementation Questions and Answers

Question 1

A new client has poor postural control and has never followed a structured resistance training program. Which phase of the NASM OPT model should this client begin with to build a proper foundation?

Accepted Answer

Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance

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Phase 2: Strength Endurance

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Phase 5: Power

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Phase 3: Muscular Development

Question 2

Which of the following acute variable combinations is most appropriate for the goal of Muscular Development (Hypertrophy) in Phase 3 of the OPT Model?

Accepted Answer

6-12 repetitions, 0-60 seconds rest

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1-5 repetitions, 3-5 minutes rest

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12-20 repetitions, 0-90 seconds rest

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8-12 repetitions in a superset, 0-60 seconds rest

Question 3

A personal trainer is designing a workout for a client in Phase 2: Strength Endurance. Which of the following exercise pairings is a correct example of a superset for this phase?

Accepted Answer

Barbell squat followed immediately by a stability ball wall squat

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Barbell bench press followed immediately by dumbbell flyes

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Medicine ball chest pass followed immediately by a push-up

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Dumbbell bicep curl followed immediately by a triceps pushdown

Question 4

What is the primary objective of Phase 5: Power Training within the NASM OPT model?

Accepted Answer

To improve the rate of force production.

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To increase maximal lift capacity by using heavy loads.

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To enhance muscle cross-sectional area (hypertrophy).

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To correct muscle imbalances and improve posture.

Question 5

Within a periodized training plan, a specific 4-6 week training block dedicated to a single goal, such as Strength Endurance, is referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

Mesocycle

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Microcycle

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Macrocycle

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Minicycle

Question 6

A client is performing an exercise in Phase 4: Maximal Strength. Which repetition tempo is most appropriate for the concentric (lifting) phase of the main exercise?

Accepted Answer

As explosive as can be safely controlled

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Slow and controlled (4 seconds)

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Moderate (2 seconds)

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Paused (2-second isometric hold)

A new client has poor postural control and has never followed a structured resistance training program.Which phase of the NASM OPT model should this client begin with to build a proper foundation?

A new client has poor postural control and has never followed a structured resistance training program.
Which phase of the NASM OPT model should this client begin with to build a proper foundation?