Over the past two weeks, a personal trainer has been working with a client to improve balance using exercises
in a seated position and in a standing position with a wide base of support. Which of the following series of
training conditions should be used as a progression?

• A.Narrow the base of support, reduce points of contact (stand on one foot), and add an unstable surface.
• B.Raise the center of mass, alter sensory input (slowly move head up and down), and remove sensory
  input (close eyes).
• C.Narrow the base of support, raise the center of mass (arms overhead), and shift the line of gravity (lean
  or rotate trunk).
• D.Narrow the base of support, add an unstable surface, and alter sensory input (slowly move head up and
  down).

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A client has missed three consecutive sessions because of scheduling conflicts One of the client's goals is to
lose 15 lb (6.8 kg) before a high school reunion The reunion is in 10 weeks, and the client had lost 3 lb (1 4
kg) prior to the missed sessions. Which of the following statements by the ACE certified Personal Trainer
would be MOST appropriate at the next session?

• A.I'm glad you made it today. When we wrote down your goals in the beginning, you committed to three
  workouts a week Since you have not been able to do this. I think we should consider lowering your
  weight loss goal Maybe that goal is too stressful."
• B."I'm glad you were able to make it today How about if we spend some time before your workout
  reassessing our approach to your weight loss goal? Today's workout will be one you can do at home In
  case we are unable to complete it. How does that sound?"
• C."Glad you could make It today Have you been able to work out on your own since I last saw you'?
  There's only a few more weeks until the reunion, so today let's ramp up your workout to make up tor lost
  time Ready?"
• D."Its great you made it today, but I am concerned about you missing so many sessions Let's review your
  goals and see what the problems seem to be You made a commitment, and it's important that you stick
  to your agreement."

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Which of the following would he MOST appropriate when selecting aerobic activities for small group training
with adolescents'?

• A.Select low-intensity activities that can be sustained for a long duration.
• B.Select fun activities performed at moderate to vigorous intensity that are intermittent in nature.
• C.Select activities similar to those utilized for adults in group personal training.
• D.Select high impact activities such as hopping, skipping and jumping.

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What represents a level of intensity where lactic acid begins to accumulate within the blood'?

• A.First ventilatory threshold (VT1)
• B.Tidal volume threshold
• C.Second ventilatory threshold (VT2)
• D.Lactate threshold

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Which movement screen would provide the information about a new client who is an avid golfer and
is considering the movements associated with the sport?

• A.Hurdle step
• B.Bend and lift
• C.Shoulder push stabilization
• D.Thoracic spine mobility

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