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Free ACSM 010-111 Practice Exam with Questions & Answers | Set: 6

Questions 51

Immediately following a chest and shoulder workout a 55-year-old male executive complains of a “dull ache” in the left side of the chest that is aggravated by respiration. What would you consider is the source of the pain?

Options:
A.

Cardiac

B.

Muscular

C.

Respiratory

D.

Soreness

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Questions 52

What is the recommended intensity range of aerobic exercise for a low risk adult who currently meets minimal physical activity levels?

Options:
A.

40-55% HHR

B.

55-70% HRmax

C.

65-80% HHR

D.

75-85% HRmax

Questions 53

Which person would most likely experience intrinsic reinforcement?

Options:
A.

Jane, age 30, who commenced her exercise program 2 weeks ago.

B.

Pete, age 27, who started his resistance training regimen to increase muscle mass one month ago.

C.

Alexis, age 49, who has been swimming for 6-months three times a week, to increase her cardiovascular endurance.

D.

Anna, age 54, who has a weight loss goal and has been walking three times a week for a month.

Questions 54

As the percentage of 1 RM (Repetition Maximum) resistance increases ______.

Options:
A.

the amount of rest between training days should increase

B.

the number of sets performed should increase

C.

the number of repetitions until fatigue decreases

D.

the amount of rest between sets should decrease

Questions 55

Your client has discovered she is pregnant through a home pregnancy test. She wants to continue to exercise during her pregnancy and is seeking your help. What is the best recommendation?

Options:
A.

Encourage her to continue with her current exercise program with minimal modification until the second trimester.

B.

Decrease the work volume for each workout session.

C.

Encourage her to consult with her physician for any possible limitations.

D.

Encourage her to continue exercising at 50% of her age-predicted maximal heart rate.

Questions 56

What are three non-modifiable conditions that place someone at increased risk for the development of coronary artery disease?

Options:
A.

Gender, family history, dyslipidemia

B.

Family history, obesity, diabetes mellitus

C.

Advanced age, gender, family history

D.

Post-menopausal status, excessive alcohol consumption, advanced age

Questions 57

What is the leading cause of non-cardiovascular death in young athletes?

Options:
A.

Contact Sports Injuries

B.

Anemia

C.

Hypothermia

D.

Overheating

Questions 58

Which describes a Valsalva maneuver performed during a free weight biceps curl?

Options:
A.

A normal part of the concentric phase of the exercise.

B.

Inspiration of air through an open glottis.

C.

A normal part of the eccentric phase of the exercise.

D.

Expiration of pressure against a closed glottis.

Questions 59

Your client is a 59 year old sedentary female with a body mass index of 33 kg/m2. She has no history of heart disease herself, but her mother had a myocardial infarction at the age of 66. She is an ex-smoker who quit 15 years ago, blood pressure is consistently 135/85 mm Hg, total cholesterol is 180 mg/dL (4.6 mmol/L) with an HDL level of 30 mg/dL (0.8 mmol/L), and blood glucose is 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L). She has come to you for advice because she wishes to improve her overall health and fitness.

What initial American College of Sports Medicine risk stratification does this client fall into?

Options:
A.

Low risk

B.

Moderate risk

C.

High risk

D.

Very high risk

Questions 60

What is the purpose of the Borg Scale of Perceived Exertion?

Options:
A.

To estimate oxygen consumption during exercise.

B.

To estimate the level of fatigue during exercise.

C.

To estimate systolic and diastolic blood pressure during exercise.

D.

To estimate subject's immediate intrinsic motivation during exercise.

Exam Code: 010-111
Certification Provider: ACSM
Exam Name: ACSM certified Personal Trainer
Last Update: Jul 13, 2025
Questions: 346

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