NASM-CPT drill: Assessment

10 questions · Untimed · Explanation after each question

The PAR-Q+ and health history, blood pressure and heart rate, body composition, static posture, the overhead squat and other movement assessments, cardiorespiratory and performance tests, and when to refer.

Line drawing of a blood pressure cuff, a tape measure, skinfold calipers and a stopwatch beside a step box

Before you start

Every question has four answer choices and one correct answer, as on the NASM exam. Each explanation says why the answer is right and why the most tempting wrong answer is wrong.
Check each answer to see the explanation before moving on. Checked answers cannot be changed.

Original practice questions written to NASM’s published exam blueprint. Independent preparation, not affiliated with or endorsed by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).