When used during an initial interview, which technique would allow an ACE certified Personal Trainer to
BEST assess a client's activity preferences?

• A.Administer movement and performance screens and assessments.
• B.Discuss the client's lifestyle and schedule constraints.
• C.Describe different types of physical activity and write an exercise program.
• D.Discuss the client's medical and physical activity histories and personal habits.

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What is the primary action at the glenohumeral joint during the concentric phase of a dumbbell chest press?

• A.Abduction
• B.Horizontal adduction
• C.External rotation
• D.Flexion

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The timed 1-minute curl-up test is a measure of:

• A.Muscular power.
• B.Flexibility.
• C.Muscular endurance.
• D.Back stability.

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After two months of training, a client reports having trouble adhering to the personal trainer's
recommendations. What actions could the personal trainer take at this time to motivate the client?

• A.Identify sources of social support and barriers to adherence, and create reward systems.
• B.Suggest the client vary the routine by incorporating load training emphasizing muscular force
  production.
• C.Recommend the client take a planned break in the fitness routine to promote rest and recovery.
• D.Increase the intensity of cardio-respiratory exercise to stimulate the client's metabolism and produce
  faster results.

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When introducing a client to movement pattern progressions for velocity training, which of the following
movements would most likely be performed FIRST?

• A.Rotational
• B.Crossover cutting
• C.Linear-forward
• D.Backpedal

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