NASM-PBC Exam Information and Outline
Physique and Bodybuilding Coach (PBC)
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 6, 2026
NASM-PBC Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
Before you start practicing with our exam simulator, it is essential to understand the
official NASM-PBC exam objectives. This course outline serves as your roadmap.
The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
NASM.
Below are complete topics detail with latest syllabus and course outline, that will help you good knowledge about exam objectives and topics that you have to prepare. These contents are covered in questions and answers pool of exam.
- Exam Format
- Online multiple-choice final exam
- Hypertrophy Science
- Mechanisms of muscle growth
- Training Program Design for Physique
- Splits, volume and intensity
- Nutrition for Muscle Gain and Fat Loss
- Bulking and cutting phases
- Contest Preparation and Peak Week
- Prep timelines
- Posing and Competition Categories
- Divisions and posing
- Supplements and Recovery
- Evidence-based supplements
- Coaching Physique Athletes
- Check-ins and adjustments