ACSM Personal Trainer Certification Practice Exam

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Which exercise test involves stepping up and down on a 12" step?

Queens College Step Test
3 Minute Step Test
Cooper's 12-minute run
Submaximal Test

The correct answer is: 3 Minute Step Test

The exercise test that involves stepping up and down on a 12" step is the 3 Minute Step Test. This test is designed to assess cardiovascular fitness and endurance. During the test, participants step on and off the platform at a certain cadence for three minutes, and their heart rate is measured immediately after to determine recovery rate and fitness level. This test is practical and can be easily administered in various settings, making it a popular choice for assessing cardiovascular fitness. The height of the step (12 inches) and the defined duration (3 minutes) are standardized, providing consistency in the results across different individuals and settings. Other tests listed do not specifically involve stepping on a 12" step. For instance, the Queens College Step Test uses a different cadence and possibly a different step height, while the Cooper's 12-minute run focuses on distance covered in a set time frame, and submaximal tests can involve a variety of protocols but do not specifically reference stepping on a step platform.