Trivia Flashcards

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What does the acronym NASM stand for?
Answer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
NASM stands for the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
How many phases are in the NASM OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model?
Answer: 5
The OPT model has 5 phases across stabilization, strength, and power.
Which OPT phase is named Stabilization Endurance?
Answer: Phase 1
Phase 1 of the OPT model is Stabilization Endurance.
What type of muscle action lengthens the muscle under tension?
Answer: Eccentric
Eccentric muscle action occurs when a muscle lengthens under load.
Which energy system provides ATP most rapidly for short, explosive efforts?
Answer: ATP-PC (phosphagen) system
The ATP-PC system supplies energy fastest for brief maximal efforts.
What does the SAID principle stand for in training?
Answer: Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands
SAID means Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands.
Which assessment uses the overhead squat to identify movement compensations?
Answer: Overhead Squat Assessment
The Overhead Squat Assessment is a key dynamic posture screen in NASM.