[Feb-2024] CSCS Pre-Exam Practice Tests | Exam Questions and Answers for NSCA Certification Study Guide
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification Sample Questions
NEW QUESTION # 220
During the performance of high intensity anaerobic exercise accumulation of which of the following in working skeletal muscle leads to decreased performance?
- A. ATP
- B. Calcium Ions
- C. Hydrogen Ions
- D. Creatine Phosphate
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 221
Which of the following would represent a recommended temperature range for the strength and conditioning facility?
- A. 78-82
- B. 78-84
- C. 72-78
- D. 64-68
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 222
A 56 year old female has concerns that she might develop osteoporosis, which of the following exercises would be MOST beneficial?
- A. Seated Military Press
- B. Back Barbell Squat
- C. Push-Ups
- D. Knee Extensions
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 223
A core exercise that emphasizes loading of the spine directly or indirectly is known as?
- A. Assistance exercise
- B. Functional exercise
- C. Sport Specific exercise
- D. Structural exercise
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 224
Which of the following goal repetitions and rest periods would BEST promote muscular hypertrophy?
- A. 5 repetitions and 3 minute rest periods
- B. 5 repetitions and 1 minute rest periods
- C. 8 repetitions and 3 minute rest periods
- D. 10 repetitions and 1 minute rest periods
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 225
Which of the following shoulder movements and planes of action are associated with a tennis backhand?
- A. Abduction/frontal
- B. Adduction/transverse
- C. Abduction/transverse
- D. Adduction/frontal
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 226
A defensive lineman is training to increase his strength. Which of the following rest period lengths would maximize his goal?
- A. 30-60 seconds
- B. 2-5 minutes
- C. 5-10 minutes
- D. 60-90 seconds
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 227
In order to increase absolute leg strength, which of the following training methods should a professional football defensive back with a 1 RM of 450 lbs. in the back squat utilize?
I. Back Squat
II. Lunges
III. Single-Leg Squat
IV. Step-Ups
- A. III only
- B. I, III only
- C. I only
- D. II, III, IV only
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 228
A pre-competition meal is MOST important for which of the following athletes?
- A. A 22 year old that has a basketball game at 6PM
- B. A 29 year old competing in a marathon at 8AM
- C. A 34 year old competing in a 5K at 8AM
- D. A 20 year old that has a wrestling match at 12 noon.
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 229
In order to achieve high stride frequency and optimal stride length and athlete should do all of the following EXCEPT?
- A. Maximize the backward velocity of the lower leg and foot at ground contact
- B. Emphasize brief ground support time
- C. Develop eccentric knee flexion strength to improve leg recovery mechanics
- D. Maximize the vertical impulse and horizontal braking forces
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 230
A college football offensive lineman has entered the offseason, and will resume his resistance training program after a period of active rest. What is the recommended frequency of resistance training sessions per week during the offseason?
- A. 1-3
- B. 1-2
- C. 3-4
- D. 4-6
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 231
An Olympic lifting platform can accommodate 3-4 people. When performing power exercises, how many athletes should be on the platform?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 232
Catecholamines act as all of the following EXCEPT?
- A. Central motor stimulators
- B. Enhanced enzyme systems
- C. Peripheral vascular dilators
- D. Vasoconstrictors
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 233
An area of special emphasis when designing a resistance training program for women is?
- A. Development of the back
- B. Development of the lower body
- C. Development of the core
- D. Development of the upper body
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 234
You are about to perform a sequence of tests on a male basketball player. The tests are vertical jump, skinfold measurements, 1 RM back squat, and T-Test. What should be the proper sequence of these tests?
- A. T-Test, 1 RM back squat, Vertical jump, Skinfold measurements
- B. Skinfold measurements, Vertical jump, T-Test, 1 RM back squat
- C. Skinfold measurements, T-Test, 1 RM back squat, Vertical jump
- D. T-Test, 1 RM back squat, Skinfold measurements, Vertical jump
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 235
All of the following factors affect optimal arousal and subsequent performance EXCEPT?
- A. Sex
- B. Skill level
- C. Task complexity
- D. Trait Anxiety
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 236
Where are normal rhythmic electrical impulses initiated in the heart?
- A. Sinoatrial (SA) node
- B. Atrioventricular (AV) bundle
- C. Purkinje fibers
- D. Atrioventricular (AV) node
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 237
All of the following food choices have an amino acid pattern similar to that needed by the body EXCEPT?
- A. Avocado
- B. Tuna
- C. Turkey
- D. Eggs
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 238
All of the following factors can have a significant effect on flexibility EXCEPT?
- A. Activity Level
- B. Age
- C. Dietary Intake
- D. Joint Structure
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 239
Creatine supplementation would be MOST beneficial to performance in which of the following swimming events?
- A. 400m individual medley
- B. 10km freestyle
- C. 200m Backstroke
- D. 50m freestyle
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 240
All of the following affect flexibility EXCEPT?
- A. Race and Height
- B. Age and Sex
- C. Age and Activity Level
- D. Joint Structure and Muscle Bulk
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 241
Who decides the maximum weight you ca carry?
- A. The manager
- B. Your colleagues
- C. Your supervisor
- D. You
Answer: D
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NEW QUESTION # 242
Correctly applying resistance bands to the back barbell squat achieves which of the following?
- A. No Tension at the bottom of the squat
- B. Greatest Tension during the mid-range of the squat
- C. Tension at bottom of the squat
- D. No Tension at the top of the squat
Answer: A
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