Free NSCA CSCS Practice Test & Real Exam Questions

  • Exam Code/Number: CSCS
  • Exam Name/Title: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • Certification Provider: NSCA
  • Corresponding Certification: NSCA Certification
  • Exam Questions: 600
  • Updated On: Aug 06, 2026
Which of the following occurs during the T wave of a typical ECG?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
Using the Karvonen method, which of the following is the 10 second target heart rate range for a 37 year old male aerobically exercising at an intensity of 65-75% of his functional capacity if his resting heart rate is 58 bpm?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
A strength and conditioning professional is going to administer the following tests to a professional basketball player.
4 0 yard sprint
1 RM Bench Press
1 RM Squat
Vertical Jump
Hexagon Test
Skinfold Measurement
Sit and Reach
1 2 minute Run
Which test should be administered on a separate day?
Correct Answer: B Vote an answer
Comparing children based on physique maturity or sexual maturation uses which of the following ages?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
When looking at the result from the baseball team's 1 RM back squat testing, the strength and conditioning coach notices that 3 results are significantly lower than the rest, while the remaining scores are fairly similar. Which of the following measures of central tendency is most appropriate for these results?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
Through which of the following valves does blood flow after contraction of the right atrium?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
Which of the following exercises trains the antagonists of the muscles trained in this exercise?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
Youth resistance training guidelines include all of the following EXCEPT?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
A volleyball player would like to increase her vertical jump, how can this athlete improve her force production?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
As the moment arm of the applied force lengthens, which of the following describes the resultant effect on mechanical advantage?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
During the remodeling phase of biceps tendinitis rehabilitation, what exercise repetition range is most appropriate for improving endurance of the biceps muscle?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
Bilateral facilitation during the performance of a front barbell squat leads to which of the following?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
When administering the 300 yard shuttle, how far are the parallel lines placed apart?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
Which of the following is one of the most commonly measured adaptations to aerobic endurance training?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer