NASM CPT Flashcards and Study Guide Notes
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NASM CPT Study Series
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Flashcard Highlights by Chapter
- Chapter 1: Modern State of Health and Fitness
- OPT model stands for Optimum Performance Training.
- Chapter 2: The Personal Training Profession
- Unique selling proposition (USP) differentiates fitness professionals.
- Chapter 3: Psychology of Exercise
- Role of psychology in fitness rooted in behavior.
- Chapter 4: Behavioral Coaching
- Behavior aligned with personal intentions.
- Chapter 5: Human Movement Systems
- Integration of nervous, skeletal, and another system for movement.
- Chapter 6: Cardiorespiratory Systems
- Includes airways and lungs.
- Chapter 7: Human Movement Science
- Movement from muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems.
- Chapter 8: Exercise Metabolism and Bioenergetics
- Food composed of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
- Chapter 9: Nutrition
- CPTs can advise on nutrition's health and performance importance.
- Chapter 10: Supplementation
- Defined as regulated dietary materials for nutrition intake.
- Chapter 11: Health, Wellness, and Fitness Assessments
- Standard Jackson and Pollock protocol includes specific sites.
- Chapter 12: Posture and Performance Assessments
- Initial assessments in flow.
- Chapter 13: Integrated Training and OPT Model
- Exercise concepts indicate training style.
- Chapter 14: Flexibility Training Concepts
- Start with flexibility program design after assessments.
- Chapter 15: Cardiorespiratory Training
- Fitness level predicts strong outcomes.
- Chapter 16: Core Training Concepts
- Characteristics of the transverse abdominis.
- Chapter 17: Balance Training Concepts
- Base of support defined by body contact points.
- Chapter 18: Plyometric Training Concepts
- Also known as reactive training.
- Chapter 19: Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
- Involves assessment of visual stimuli.
- Chapter 20: Resistance Training Concepts
- General adaptation syndrome explains stress response.
- Chapter 21: OPT Model
- Linear periodization increases intensity, decreases volume.
- Chapter 22: Exercise Modalities
- Rotational torso movement.
- Chapter 23: Chronic Health Conditions and Special Populations
- Youth physical activity recommendation: 60 minutes daily.
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NASM Domains of Study
- Domain 1: Professional Development and Responsibility
- Domain 2: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching
- Domain 3: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts
- Domain 4: Assessment
- Domain 5: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction
- Domain 6: Program Design
- Focus on weaker areas noted during practice exams and quizzes.
Implementing Flashcards
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- Short, regular study sessions build good habits and aid memorization.
- Writing terms can enhance retention.
NASM Exam FAQs
- Scoring: 120 questions; 100 scored; 70% required to pass.
- Retakes: Contact member services, with waiting periods after failures.
These notes summarize the key elements of studying for the NASM CPT exam with a focus on using flashcards effectively as a study tool.