10 NASM Quiz Questions And Answers

Are you a fitness passionate? And looking to obtain a certification from NASM?

Here are some frequent questions that you might be asked, and the answers as well.

1. What is the primary energy system used for short, high-intensity activities (like sprinting, and heavy lifting)?

is it Aerobic glycolysis?

Phosphagen system?

Oxidative system?

or, Anaerobic glycolysis!

The correct answer is:

B. Phosphagen system

2. Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?

Hinge joint?

Pivot joint?

Ball-and-socket joint?

or, Saddle joint!

The correct answer is:

C. Ball-and-socket joint

3. Which muscle is considered overactive if a client has an excessive forward lean during an overhead squat assessment?

Gluteus maximus?

Tibialis anterior?

Soleus?

or, Erector spinae!

The correct answer is:

C. Soleus

4. What is the recommended rest period for maximal strength training (1-5 reps, high intensity)?

0-30 seconds?

30-60 seconds?

1-2 minutes?

or, 3-5 minutes!

The correct answer is:

D. 3-5 minutes

5. Which term describes the ability of the nervous system to recruit the right muscles to produce movement?

Neuromuscular efficiency?

Muscular hypertrophy?

Postural equilibrium?

or, Functional strength!

The correct answer is:

A. Neuromuscular efficiency

6. What is Davis’s Law?

Muscles shorten when not used?

Soft tissue models along the lines of stress?

Joints degenerate without movement?

or, The body adapts to the demands placed on it!

The correct answer is:

B. Soft tissue models along the lines of stress.

7. If a client’s knees cave inward during an overhead squat, which muscle is likely underactive?

Vastus lateralis?

Gluteus Medius?

Adductors?

or, TFL !

The correct answer is: B. Gluteus medius.

8. Which of the following is an example of an open-chain exercise?

Squat?

Pull-up?

Bench press?

or, Push-up!

The correct answer is:

C. Bench press

9. What does RPE stand for in exercise science?

Resting Pulse Evaluation?

Rate of Perceived Exertion?

Resistance Power Endurance?

or, Repetitive Performance Efficiency!

The correct answer is: B. Rate of Perceived Exertion

10. Which phase of the OPT Model focuses on increasing muscle size or hypertrophy?

is it Stabilization Endurance?

Strength Endurance?

Maximal Strength?

or, Hypertrophy Training!

The correct answer is:

D. Hypertrophy Training

Good luck with your quiz