Fitness NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer (NESTA-PFT) - NESTA-PFT Exam Questions [2026]

QUESTION NO: 1
As ingested proteins enter the stomach, they encounter

A. Proline B. Hydrochloric acid (HCI) C. amino acids D. Arginine

Correct Answer: B

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QUESTION NO: 2
For individuals with cancer, the exercise mode should be:

A. 15-30 minutes in duration B. intensity of 75-80% of maximal heart rate C. A and B D. treadmill, walking, stationary cycling, low-impact or step aerobics

Correct Answer: C

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QUESTION NO: 3
Resistance training contributes to heart health by:

A. lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels B. lowering blood sugar C. all of the above D. improving heart functioning

Correct Answer: C

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QUESTION NO: 4
Muscle is covered by a connective tissue called the epimysium which surrounds the entire muscle Each muscle contains a bundle of fascicle that is surrounded by a layer of tissue called the ___________________________.

A. myosin B. actin C. perimysium D. none of the above.

Correct Answer: C

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QUESTION NO: 5
A basic fitness assessment includes all of the following except:

A. balance B. flexibility and body composition C. muscular strength D. cardiovascular and muscular endurance

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 6
Complications linked with binge-eating disorder (BED) include:

A. Insomnia B. All of the above C. Obesity and high blood pressure D. Depression and suicidal thoughts

Correct Answer: B

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QUESTION NO: 7
The transport and consumption of oxygen throughout the body during exercise are excellent health benefits for:

A. A and B B. weight loss C. cardiorespiratory fitness D. chest discomfort

Correct Answer: A

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QUESTION NO: 8
Those clients with osteoporosis or low bone density must be treated carefully. These clients have a higher risk for bone fracture. Which of the following should be avoided?

A. Balance exercises B. Using free weights or resistance bands C. Walking on the treadmill D. Vertical jumps and vertical trunk flexion

Correct Answer: D

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QUESTION NO: 9
Flexion and extension occur in many joints in the body including the:

A. Shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, foot and hand B. Biceps and triceps C. A and B D. None of the above

Correct Answer: A

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