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Does ACSM ever ask about the numeric ROM value for a specific joint on the exam? E.g., for glenohumeral flexion, it is 90-100 - do we need to memorize that?
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Muscle Study Tips I am studying for the ACSM-CPT and am studying joints and muscle movements. I have down the joint movement and anatomical planes of the body. I am making individual note cards for each joint(glenohumeral, scapulothoracic, etc.), their muscles and ranges of motion. Then I am reading the text and finding the muscles on the various anatomical illustrations (using Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 6th ed. and Resources for the Personal Trainer 2nd ed.). I am looking at each joint and finding the role each muscle play in that joints movement. For the more experienced; am I on the right track? Was there a particular study method that you found beneficial? Thank you.
If I may add to this question:
Does ACSM ever ask about the numeric ROM value for a specific joint on the exam? E.g., for glenohumeral flexion, it is 90-100 - do we need to memorize that?
That's not 8, that's ∞
No.
Christina
ACSM-CPT, NSCA-CPT
If you have a question about personal training please post it on the forum instead of sending me an email or private message. Chances are your questions will help someone else. Thanks!
Needing more help Hey! I am right where you are. I just got my study materials a few days ago and am literally starting from scratch trying to learn this stuff. I am about to graduate college with an advertising degree and have never had an anatomy class in my life! These muscles are very overwhelming. Are we going to be asked to know every tiny muscle in this diagram? I don't want to just memorize this info, I really want to know and be able to apply it. Can anyone give me study tips? Thanks so much!!
Hi Mandy,Originally Posted by MandyMeff
Memorizing the tiniest of muscles is NOT the way to go for the ACSM exam. Definitely make yourself familiar with the major muscle groups and what movement they help perform. So to your point above, you do need to be able to apply what the significant muscles do. The key is go over it many times, a variety of different ways (tables, flashcards, etc.) and take review tests to make sure it's sticking!
Hope this helps!
Dinah
ACSM-CPT
You might want to look into a book called Dynatomy. Get an interlibrary loan if you cannot afford to buy it (if it is not available at your local library). Good luck!
Christina
ACSM-CPT, NSCA-CPT
If you have a question about personal training please post it on the forum instead of sending me an email or private message. Chances are your questions will help someone else. Thanks!
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