Mat Pilates Study Guide -
Balanced Body Questions and
Answers 100% Pass LATEST
UPDATE
What are the three levels of observation an instructor can use to analyze a client's
movement patterns? - ANSWER-global, integrated planar and local
When observing vertical alignment from the side, what key bony landmarks do
you want to line up with the plumb line of gravity? - ANSWER-Tip of earlobe, top
of shoulder, center of rib cage, high point of illiac creast, mid-point of the lateral
side of the knee, slightly in front of the lateral malleolus of the ankle
What muscle imbalances are usually associated with thoracic kyphosis? -
ANSWER-Thoracic extensors and scapular stabilizers are weak or long, anterior
chest muscles are tight or short
When training clients what key factors are important to consider when planning
our exercise program? - ANSWER-Current fitness level, age, quality of motor
control and learning style
,The 80/20 rule in training applies to what philosophy? - ANSWER-When training,
80% of a session is dedicated to refining skills the client has already learned and
20% to learn new skills.
What are the four elements of Trunk Integration? - ANSWER-Breathing, inner unit,
outer units, spinal mobility
On an inhale, the diaphragm contracts and the dome moves - ANSWER-
downward, drawing air in
Inhaling generally helps to facilitate what spinal movement - ANSWER-extension
The inner unity or core includes what muscles - ANSWER-Pelvic floor, transverse
abdominis, multifidi and diaphragm
What foundational exercises bring awareness to breath in relationship to the
transversus abdominis - ANSWER-Fingertip abdominals
All four abdominals
In a normal, healthy body, the inner unit of the core fires - ANSWER-Reflexively in
reaction to postural changes and load being placed on the spine, Consciously
when needed for support, and helps to propel the body forward.
Supine exercises which teach lumbopelvic stability - ANSWER-marching, toe taps,
dead bugs
, Which exercise is a good way to teach lumbopelvic stability in prone - ANSWER-
swimming
A supine exercise which strengthens the hamstring and glutes while training
stability in the oblique slings is - ANSWER-bridge marching
The primary functions of the spine include - ANSWER-Force transference
Protection of the spinal cord and nerve roots
movement
What is the name of the first cervical vertebrae - ANSWER-atlas
The purpose of the tail wag and seated side stretch is to facilitate and enhance
what spinal movements - ANSWER-lateral flexion
Movements of the spine in the sagittal or "wheel" plane include - ANSWER-flexion
and extension
The nucleus pulposus of the spine is - ANSWER-The soft, jelly like center of the
intervertebral disc
When creating lower body training protocols, it is important to train all the
following - ANSWER-optimum leg alignment
balance joint range of motion and muscle strength
agility, balance and coordination
Balanced Body Questions and
Answers 100% Pass LATEST
UPDATE
What are the three levels of observation an instructor can use to analyze a client's
movement patterns? - ANSWER-global, integrated planar and local
When observing vertical alignment from the side, what key bony landmarks do
you want to line up with the plumb line of gravity? - ANSWER-Tip of earlobe, top
of shoulder, center of rib cage, high point of illiac creast, mid-point of the lateral
side of the knee, slightly in front of the lateral malleolus of the ankle
What muscle imbalances are usually associated with thoracic kyphosis? -
ANSWER-Thoracic extensors and scapular stabilizers are weak or long, anterior
chest muscles are tight or short
When training clients what key factors are important to consider when planning
our exercise program? - ANSWER-Current fitness level, age, quality of motor
control and learning style
,The 80/20 rule in training applies to what philosophy? - ANSWER-When training,
80% of a session is dedicated to refining skills the client has already learned and
20% to learn new skills.
What are the four elements of Trunk Integration? - ANSWER-Breathing, inner unit,
outer units, spinal mobility
On an inhale, the diaphragm contracts and the dome moves - ANSWER-
downward, drawing air in
Inhaling generally helps to facilitate what spinal movement - ANSWER-extension
The inner unity or core includes what muscles - ANSWER-Pelvic floor, transverse
abdominis, multifidi and diaphragm
What foundational exercises bring awareness to breath in relationship to the
transversus abdominis - ANSWER-Fingertip abdominals
All four abdominals
In a normal, healthy body, the inner unit of the core fires - ANSWER-Reflexively in
reaction to postural changes and load being placed on the spine, Consciously
when needed for support, and helps to propel the body forward.
Supine exercises which teach lumbopelvic stability - ANSWER-marching, toe taps,
dead bugs
, Which exercise is a good way to teach lumbopelvic stability in prone - ANSWER-
swimming
A supine exercise which strengthens the hamstring and glutes while training
stability in the oblique slings is - ANSWER-bridge marching
The primary functions of the spine include - ANSWER-Force transference
Protection of the spinal cord and nerve roots
movement
What is the name of the first cervical vertebrae - ANSWER-atlas
The purpose of the tail wag and seated side stretch is to facilitate and enhance
what spinal movements - ANSWER-lateral flexion
Movements of the spine in the sagittal or "wheel" plane include - ANSWER-flexion
and extension
The nucleus pulposus of the spine is - ANSWER-The soft, jelly like center of the
intervertebral disc
When creating lower body training protocols, it is important to train all the
following - ANSWER-optimum leg alignment
balance joint range of motion and muscle strength
agility, balance and coordination
