NASM CPT Domain 1: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Welcome to your NASM CPT Domain 1: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts 1. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which of the following best describes the energy pathway used during a 400-meter sprint? A. Aerobic glycolysis B. Oxidative phosphorylation C. ATP-PC system and anaerobic glycolysis D. Beta-oxidation None 2. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts In the context of nutrition, the glycemic index (GI) of a food affects insulin response. Which of the following foods would likely have the LOWEST glycemic index? A. White bread B. Instant oatmeal C. Lentils D. Corn flakes None 3. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which hormone is primarily responsible for the regulation of calcium levels in the blood? A. Insulin B. Glucagon C. Parathyroid hormone D. Cortisol None 4. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts During resistance training, which type of muscle action creates the greatest amount of muscle tension? A. Isometric B. Concentric C. Eccentric D. Isokinetic None 5. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts The "SAID" principle stands for Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands. Which of the following best exemplifies this principle? A. Increasing aerobic capacity by performing high-intensity interval training B. Improving flexibility through static stretching C. Enhancing muscular endurance by lifting heavy weights for low repetitions D. All of the above None 6. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which of the following nutrients is primarily used for energy during the first few seconds of high-intensity exercise? A. Protein B. Carbohydrates C. Fats D. Phosphocreatine (PCr) None 7. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which of the following would be considered a high-leverage exercise for developing core stability? A. Plank B. Barbell back squat C. Leg press D. Bicep curl None 8. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts In terms of biomechanics, what is the primary function of the Golgi tendon organ (GTO)? A. To prevent muscle overstretching B. To facilitate the stretch reflex C. To regulate muscle tension by inhibiting excessive contraction D. To detect changes in muscle length None 9. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which of the following dietary supplements is most commonly associated with contributing to ATP production for short-duration, high-intensity exercise? A. Beta-Alanine B. Creatine C. Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) D. Glutamine None 10. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts What principle explains the increase in muscle size following prolonged resistance training? A. Muscle confusion B. Hypertrophy C. Hyperplasia D. Reversibility None 11. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts In the context of energy expenditure, what is the effect of the thermic effect of food (TEF) on total daily energy expenditure (TDEE)? A. It decreases TDEE because digestion requires energy. B. It has no effect on TDEE since it is a passive process. C. It increases TDEE due to the energy required for digestion, absorption, and assimilation of nutrients. D. It varies based on macronutrient composition but generally decreases TDEE. None 12. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which amino acid is considered essential for promoting nitric oxide production and improving blood flow during exercise? A. Leucine B. Glutamine C. Arginine D. Valine None 13. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts What is the primary function of the sliding filament theory in muscle contraction? A. It describes how muscle fibers lengthen during contraction. B. It explains the process by which myosin and actin filaments slide past each other to shorten the muscle. C. It outlines the role of ATP in breaking down muscle tissue. D. It details the mechanism by which muscles convert glycogen to glucose. None 14. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which type of muscle fibers are primarily used during aerobic endurance activities? A. Type I fibers B. Type IIx fibers C. Type IIa fibers D. Intermediate fibers None 15. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts What is the primary effect of cortisol on muscle tissue during prolonged stress or overtraining? A. It stimulates muscle growth and repair. B. It enhances protein synthesis for faster recovery. C. It leads to muscle tissue breakdown and can inhibit new protein synthesis. D. It has no significant effect on muscle tissue. None 16. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts During a maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max) test, which physiological change does NOT occur as exercise intensity increases to maximum levels? A. Lactate threshold is surpassed, leading to increased lactate production. B. Heart rate reaches its maximum value. C. Stroke volume decreases significantly. D. Oxygen consumption plateaus despite increased workload. None 17. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts What role do branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) play in muscle protein synthesis post-exercise? A. They directly decrease muscle protein synthesis. B. They are essential for initiating the muscle repair process. C. They have no impact on muscle protein synthesis. D. They increase fat deposition in muscle cells. None 18. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts In biomechanics, what is the term used to describe the motion of a body around a central axis? A. Linear motion B. Angular motion C. Transitional motion D. Radial motion None 19. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts Which vitamin plays a critical role in calcium absorption and bone health, and is often synthesized upon exposure to sunlight? A. Vitamin C B. Vitamin D C. Vitamin E D. Vitamin K None 20. NASM CPT: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts The process by which the central nervous system integrates sensory information with previous experiences to produce a motor response is known as: A. Motor learning B. Sensory integration C. Neuromuscular facilitation D. Motor programming None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
