NASM Stretching and Flexibility Study Guide Exam

NASM Stretching and Flexibility Study Guide Exam What key activity by the client would enhance the effects and benefits of their selfstretch program? - CORRECT ANSWER-Self-myofascial techniques applied to shortened/overactive myofasciae. How would a self-stretch recovery or maintenance program be easily modified to become a dynamic stretch program for pre-activity warm-up and preparation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Do the program at a faster pace. When the client's center of gravity line shifts forward due to poor posture, where do they often bear weight in the feet? - CORRECT ANSWER-Balls What is recommended to use in conjunction with integrated stretching for optimal results? - CORRECT ANSWER-Light strengthening/activation exercises for lengthened and underactive muscles. What should the SFC do right after an assisted stretching session ends? - CORRECT ANSWER-Reassess posture and any changes in movement patterns. A client with a flat back posture may also be weight-bearing on their heels which shifts their hips and pelvis in which direction? - CORRECT ANSWER-Forward Which one of these activities would have a quicker and more efficient effect at recovering tissue that has stiffened? - CORRECT ANSWER-Assisted stretching What aspect of posture should first be addressed before the local imbalances? - CORRECT ANSWER-Global (full body) impact