ACSM Personal Trainer Certification Practice Exam

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For assessing readiness, which description fits the 'Average-good' category?

  1. Minimal physical activity, highly deconditioned

  2. Sporadic physical activity, no consistent exercise

  3. Habitual physical activity and regular moderate/vigorous exercise

  4. Extremely deconditioned with previous exercise knowledge

The correct answer is: Habitual physical activity and regular moderate/vigorous exercise

The 'Average-good' category in assessing readiness typically encompasses individuals who maintain a consistent level of physical activity. This includes those who engage in habitual physical activity along with regular moderate to vigorous exercise. Such individuals have likely developed a foundation of fitness that supports their capability to handle more structured and intensified training programs. Regular moderate/vigorous exercise indicates that they are not just active without purpose, but they also participate in activities that significantly challenge their cardiovascular and muscular systems, enhancing their overall fitness. This readiness level is crucial for personal trainers to identify, as it helps tailor programs that can appropriately challenge clients while minimizing the risk of injury or overtraining. In contrast, the other options depict varying levels of inactivity or sporadic engagement in physical activity, which would not indicate readiness for intensified training.