Certified Travel Counselor (CTC) Practice Exam

What is most appropriate for an ACE Certified Personal Trainer to include in the initial training session?

1. Conduct a comprehensive fitness assessment before starting the program

2. Focus only on assessments of mobility and stability

3. Educate the client on the importance of all fitness assessments

4. Require one-repetition maximum tests for specific exercises

The correct answer is: Focus only on assessments of mobility and stability

In an initial training session, focusing specifically on assessments of mobility and stability is most appropriate, as these elements are foundational for establishing a client's functional movement capabilities. Assessing mobility and stability allows the personal trainer to understand the client's current physical condition and any limitations they may have. This understanding is essential for designing a safe and effective training program tailored to the client's needs and goals. By assessing mobility, the trainer can identify any restrictions in joint movement or flexibility that may hinder exercise performance or increase the risk of injury. Stability assessments help evaluate how well the client can control their body during movement, which is crucial for safe and effective exercise. While conducting a comprehensive fitness assessment and educating the client on the importance of fitness assessments are valuable components of a training program, the initial session is best spent establishing core movement capabilities. Requiring one-repetition maximum tests is not appropriate in the initial session due to the potential risk of injury, especially for clients who may not be accustomed to resistance training.