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How is footwork on the Jumpboard different than Footwork on the Reformer Footbar?
On the Jumpboard, you jump for Footwork instead of bending and extending the knees
When using the Jumpboard, there is more surface area under the foot which elicits a reaction closer to
real life than the Footbar on the Reformer.
The Footbar is only surface our clients' feet should be during Footwork
The client feels Footwork in the exact same way on both the Footbar and the Jumpboard
When using the Jumpboard, there is more surface area under the foot which elicits a reaction closer to
real life than the Footbar on the Reformer.
Which client has the most level appropriate sequence below to START a class?
BeginnerSide-lying single leg jumping4-point kneeling jumping
Intermediate4 point kneeling jumpingSide-lying single leg jumping
AdvancedDouble leg Footwork on the ReformerSingle leg Footwork on the Reformer
Advanced
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates classes?
Being prepared and sticking to a script, no matter what!
Progressions, Modifications, Variations
Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Variations, Variations, Variations, never do the same thing with the entire group
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,Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Which is the "best" way to transition?
In between each move, instructor says, "Hug your knees in between your chest and stay there while I do
some equipment changes."
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them.
Instructor tosses Circles to everyone to challenge their hand-eye coordination.
Instructor says, "Sit up and change your springs, then grab the ball, roll onto your side and put the ball
under your head."
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them.
What are the 4 main muscles are emphasized during Footwork on the Reformer?
Adductors, Spine, Glutes, Hamstrings
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Ankles, Lateral Obliques, Glutes,Transverse Abdominis
Ankles, Knee, Hip, Spine
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall.
True / False
True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal flexion in a hinge
NOT articulation.
True / False
False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises.
Hip replacement, Osteopenia, Muscle fatigue, Hip issues
Cervical Spine Issues, Headache, Bad day at the office
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
Osteopenia, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Tight low back
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever angle on the low
back.
True / False
False
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,Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion of the spine.
True / False
True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why?
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires clients to have
impeccable proprioceptive awareness
On the Mat because the surface is stable
Semi Circle - it incorporates constant control of a high bridge with little articulations under weight
bearing conditons
Single Leg Bridge Variations with all springs on - they incorporate unilateral control and that is ALWAYS
more difficult than spinal articulation, even with all springs on
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires clients to have
impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what order?
Maintain head down an legs in extension at a 45 degree angle.
Start with head down & legs in table top then progress to thoracic flexion with arm movement, followed
by maintaining thoracic flexion the entire time and legs in extension.
4 point kneeing position and lower and lift the legs, one at a time.
Legs in extension at a 45 degree angle and head up the entire time is the right way to start a new client
for the variations.
Start with head down & legs in table top then progress to thoracic flexion with arm movement, followed
by maintaining thoracic flexion the entire time and legs in extension.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series?
Transverse Abdominis, Glutes, Hamstrings
Only the Transverse Abdominis
Contralateral Obliques, Tibia and Fibia
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and Latissimus Dorsi & the Long
head of the tricep for arm movement
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and Latissimus Dorsi & the Long
head of the tricep for arm movement
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that are taught on the reformer with Arms in Straps.
Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
Single Leg Footwork, Jumpboard variations, Teaser, Mermaid, Lower and Lift, Helicopters
Mermaid, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Side Lying Series
Teaser, Bend and Stretch, Lower and Lift, Frog, Mermaid
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, Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination?
All of the answers are correct
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
Arms Circles, Helicopters, Mermaid
Thoracic extension and Arm Circles
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation.
True / False
True
Why is Shave the head more advanced than Hug a Tree?
Keeping the torso neutral while hinging forward involved which requires more upper body strength and
control
It requires lower body strength and coordination
You could cut your head shaving.
It has a coordinated move that people with good proprioception only can do.
Keeping the torso neutral while hinging forward involved which requires more upper body strength and
control
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series?
Short Box Series is best with one Blue Spring
ALL Springs
Two greens so clients can feel mostly stable
One Red and One Blue so clients can push out
ALL springs
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with the head near the
Footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top with the arms straight up facing
the ceiling.
True / False
False
Full Teaser on the reformer is performed on the Short Box.
True / False
False
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