Muscle imbalances are generally the major causes of poor posture including all of the following except
A. inherited conditions
B. habits from occupational or repetitive movements
C. disease
D. leg lifts correct answers D. Leg Lifts
To teach a stationary lunge, use all of the followin...
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Muscle imbalances are generally the major causes of poor posture including all of the following except
A. inherited conditions B. habits from occupational or repetitive movements C. disease D. leg lifts correct answers D. Leg Lifts
To teach a stationary lunge, use all of the following cues except:
A. stand with feet about 3 feet apart B. lift onto the ball of the back foot C. place the pelvis forward D. hips and shoulders are level correct answers C. place the pelvis forward
ACSM recommends an exercise intensity range of _____________________ of an individual's maximum heart rate for improvements in aerobic fitness. A. 45 - 50% B. 55 - 90% C. 35 - 40 % D. none of the above correct answers B. 55 - 90%
Circuit training classes help time pass quickly because each station: A. lasts only 30-90 seconds B. is constantly changing. C. A and B D. does not involve any drills correct answers C. A and B
Group strength training class warm-up should be specific to prepare for the upcoming strength exercises. It should do which of the following? A. increase core temperature B. involve motion of the major joints C. promote spinal mobility D. all of the above correct answers D. All of the above
Stretching should be held for ________________seconds during the final segment of a sports
conditioning class. A. 15 - 60 B. 65 - 80 C. 85-90 D. 90-120 correct answers A. 15-60
During the cardiovascular section of a cycle class, you should do all of the following except: A. increase the intensity gradually B. keep the cycling techniques the same C. encourage fun interaction between participants D. use good form alignment correct answers B. keep the cycling techniques the same
The following is a simple warm-up combination for a kickboxing class, however which one is not appropriate to do?
A. Using the ready position, punch 4 times with the right arm - punch one every 4 counts (16 counts) B. Repeat the punch 4 times with the left arm (16 counts) C. Perform 1 step touch D. Do 4 hamstring curls (16 counts) correct answers C. Perform 1 step touch
"I am breathing into my spine, making space, I am letting go" is an example of which type of cue?
A. breathing B. alignment C. affirming D. informative correct answers C. affirming
All of the following are cues for using a stability ball for standing wall squats except:
A. stand with the ball against the wall and pressed into the low back B. Place the feet far enough away from the wall so that when you squat the knees will for a 90-degree angle C. shins are horizontal D. Toes, knees, hips and shoulders should all face the same direction. correct answers C. shins are horizontal
Even the best laid plans can go awry. If you are running late to get to your facility, you can do which of the following?
A. call and let them know you are running behind B. ask if someone can greet the participants and let them know you will be there shortly C. if another instructor is there, ask if they can warm them up D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
Safety is key when teaching balance exercises to older adults or those with balance challenges. All of the following apply except:
A. avoid progressing to harder exercises until participants can stand on their own comfortably
and securely B. make sure they are within an arm's reach of a chair or rail C. do not teach options and progressions for support D. encourage them to decide for themselves which options are best for them on any given day. correct answers C. do not teach options and progressions for support Keep in mind that music tempos of 130 beats per minute or faster ___________________________________.
A. increase momentum B. decrease momentum C. increase the risk of injury D. A and C correct answers D. A and C
Class size limits need to be respected. Before you teach a class, you should do which of the following?
A. scan the room for any hazards that could present a problem B. provide safety cues C. keep activities within the skill level of participants D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
In order to prevent injury when teaching a group exercise class, you can do which of the following?
A. encourage open communication and feedback from class members B. spot signs of fatigue C. be proactive in recommending that they do not push themselves D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
Another word for a seated V position is:
A. the torpedo move B. backwards breastroke C. bend and clap D. none of the above correct answers A. the torpedo move
During the cool-down, which of the following should be adhered to?
A. keep the arms below the heart B. encourage participants to relax and slow down C. ask participants to put less effort into their movements D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
The principle of specificity states that specific adaptations occur in response to:
A. specific exercises B. activities C. stretches D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
Variation of physiological intensity can be created in a number of ways including all of the following except:
A. increasing the lever length of a move B. increasing the ROM of a move
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