NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - CSCS Exam Practice Test

Question 1
The tests below should be administered in which order to ensure reliability?
I. 1 RM Deadlift
II. Hexagon Test
III. Flexibility
IV. 400 m Run

Correct Answer: B
Question 2
Bilateral facilitation during the performance of a front barbell squat leads to which of the following?

Correct Answer: B
Question 3
Which of the following lever classes has the fulcrum at one end and the effort is applied between the fulcrum and the load?

Correct Answer: A
Question 4
What portion of total fat calorie intake should consist of saturated fats?

Correct Answer: C
Question 5
You are instructing a volleyball player on the proper execution of the jump and reach drill. During this lower body plyometric drill, arm action would be described as?

Correct Answer: A
Question 6
Which of the following pathways/systems has the highest capacity for energy production?

Correct Answer: B
Question 7
Which of the following describes the proper way to grasp a dumbbell during the performance of a hammer curl?

Correct Answer: A
Question 8
Which of the following resistance training exercises MOST closely mimics the movement pattern of dribbling a basketball?

Correct Answer: B
Question 9
Which of the following is utilized to calculate the Reactive Strength Index?

Correct Answer: B
Question 10
Which of the following is the primary movement during the catch phase of the power clean?

Correct Answer: B