NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - CSCS Exam Practice Test
With regards to muscle fibers, a resistance training program leads to which of the following adaptations?
Correct Answer: B
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Following detraining, a marathon runner will first notice a decline in maximal?
Correct Answer: D
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What represents a mode of training that can be used to maintain general conditioning in athletes during periods of reduced training due to injury or during recovery from a training cycle?
Correct Answer: B
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All of the following factors can have a significant effect on flexibility EXCEPT?
Correct Answer: C
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The main goal of a strength and conditioning program is to
Correct Answer: C
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A 21 year old golfer has been performing 3 sets of 8-10RM loads per body part for the last 6 months. All of the following are associated with this type of training EXCEPT?
Correct Answer: C
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For increased safety and stability in the strength and conditioning facility, which of the following pieces of equipment should be bolted to the floor?
Correct Answer: A
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Which of the following pathways/systems has the highest capacity for energy production?
Correct Answer: A
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Which of the following resistance training program design variables is most associated with elevated cortisol levels?
Correct Answer: A
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Which of the following program design variables leads to the HIGHEST serum growth hormone concentrations after an anaerobic training session?
Correct Answer: D
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Which of the following identifies the movement of the elbow joint during the upward phase of this exercise?
Correct Answer: B
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Which of the following would represent an appropriate daily consumption of
Correct Answer: B
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A 20 year old collegiate female tennis player had the following test results.
Height: 5'8''
Weight: 126 lbs.
1 RM Bench Press: 110 lbs.
1 RM Squat: 120 lbs.
Vertical Jump: 19 inches
T-Test: 10.9 seconds
1 .5 Mile Run: 14:20
Sit and Reach: 16.5 inches
Which of the following exercises would be MOST beneficial to add to her training program?
Height: 5'8''
Weight: 126 lbs.
1 RM Bench Press: 110 lbs.
1 RM Squat: 120 lbs.
Vertical Jump: 19 inches
T-Test: 10.9 seconds
1 .5 Mile Run: 14:20
Sit and Reach: 16.5 inches
Which of the following exercises would be MOST beneficial to add to her training program?
Correct Answer: C
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During medical screening by a physician all of the following might suggest anabolic steroid use EXCEPT?
Correct Answer: A
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