Question 1
A healthy runner begins coaching after a readiness review. Which factor should guide the first programming decision?
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Correct answer: A - Goals, readiness, and current performance level
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The CRTS-PM exam has 106 questions and runs 1 hours 30 minutes.
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A healthy runner begins coaching after a readiness review. Which factor should guide the first programming decision?
Correct answer: A - Goals, readiness, and current performance level
Ongoing assessment is most useful when a specialist uses it to:
Correct answer: A - Adjust programming based on goals and readiness
A runner reports chest discomfort during a recent run. What is the safest next step?
Correct answer: D - Recommend medical evaluation before progression
Video shows a runner landing with the foot far ahead of the body. Which technique issue is most consistent with this finding?
Correct answer: B - Overstriding
Which coaching cue best reflects Pose Method use of gravity?
Correct answer: C - Use body position and timing to take advantage of gravity
A runner increases stride length by reaching farther forward. What is the main technique concern?
Correct answer: B - Possible overstriding from excessive reach
The muscle-tendon elasticity concept relates to:
Correct answer: A - Efficient movement mechanics
A gait video identifies a repeatable movement limitation. What is the best coaching response?
Correct answer: B - Select drills targeting the observed limitation
Movement retraining should primarily use assessment findings to:
Correct answer: A - Choose targeted drills and exercises
A client asks a running specialist to diagnose persistent knee pain. What is the appropriate response?
Correct answer: C - Refer appropriately while staying within scope
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