NASM Corrective exercise specialist
- ANS
- ANSThe upper trapezius, teres major, and sternocleidomastoid are all functionally tight. A
new client performs a Tuck Jump assessment in preparation for the upcoming basketball
season. Upon landing, excessive knee valgus is observed. - ANS Which of the following
integrated dynamic exercises should the client first perform with the Health and Fitness
Professional? $2.5 billion - ANSResearchers estimate that ACL injuries incur approximately
__________ annually in health care costs. $26 billion - ANSI According to estimates, the
annual costs associated with low-back pain in the The United States is larger than $39 billion
- ANSWhat the should pain estimated annual cost of
0° to -10° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation when measuring this? 1 million doctor visits
annually - ANS Plantar fasciitis affects more than half of the general population. 1. The
process by which neural impulses that sense tension are greater than the impulses that
cause muscles to contract, providing an inhibitory effect to the muscle spindles. 2. Golgi
tendon organ stimulation causes inhibition of the muscle spindle. - ANSAutogenic inhibition
120° - ANS What is the standard deviation for this measurement? Between the ages of 15
and 25, ANSThe majority of ACL injuries occur between these two ages? 160° - ANSWhat is
the standard deviation when measuring this angle? 180-degree jump - ANSThe __________
__________ is an integrated dynamic movement exercise to teach lower extremity control
while the body is rotating in the transverse plane.
2 seconds of isometric hold at end-range and 4 seconds of eccentric action - ANSWhat is
the BEST repetition tempo for isolated strengthening exercises? 20 degrees of ankle
dorsiflexion available. - ANSThe following are all risk factors for patellar tendinopathy, with
the exception of: 20° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 20° -
ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 20 degrees of ankle dorsiflexion -
ANS All of the following are risk factors for the medial tibial stress syndrome, with the
exception of: 21% - ANSWhat the general population with shoulder pain thinks 21% of the
general population - ANSShoulder pain is reported to occur in up to
25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% - ANSWhen carrying out positional isometrics, what is the
appropriate sequence of intensity? 33.8% - ANSWhat percentage of the population is
estimated to be obese?
4 second eccentric and 2 second isometric - ANSWhat is the appropriate repetition tempo
when performing isolated strengthening?
40 years ago - ANSResearch suggests that musculoskeletal pain is more common now
than it was__________because of the advancements of technology and manuallabor-saving
devices.
40% - ANSWhat the shoulder pain persisting at least one year
40% to 65% - ANSWhat is the estimated percentage of shoulder impingement-related pain
in the shoulder? 45° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 45° -
ANSWhat is the normal value when taking this measurement?
45° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 60% - ANSOf all
work-related injuries that involve the trunk, more than _____ involve the low back.
, ANS: What percentage of ACL injuries are thought to be noncontact? Between 70 and 75%
are noncontact injuries. 70-75% - ANSWhat percentage of ACL injuries are estimated to be
non-contact?
75 to 80% of shoulder injuries. - ANSRotator cuff conditions such as strains, ruptures, and
tendinopathies account for approximately
An estimated 80,000 to 100,000 anterior cruciate ligament injuries occur annually in the
general population of the United States. ANSLow-back pain is a major form of degeneration
that affects nearly 80% of adults. 90° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this
measurement? ANSTendinopathy is a condition that commonly affects the Achilles' tendon
and includes symptoms such as pain, swelling, and reduced performance. A cycle whereby
an injury will induce inflammation, muscle spasm, adhesion, altered neuromuscular control,
and muscle imbalances. - ANSCumulative injury cycle
A feedback circuit that can decrease the excitability of motor neurons via the interneuron
called the Renshaw cell. - ANSRecurrent inhibition
A flattened medial arch during weight-bearing. - ANSPes planus
Self-myofascial release is a flexibility technique for inhibiting overactive muscle fibers. a
high medial arch during activities involving weight bearing. - ANSPes planus, also known as
increased pronation, is characterized by none of the following: a weight-bearing medial arch
that is high. - ANSPes cavus A membrane that lines the outer surface of all bones. -
ANSPeriosteum
a muscle contraction caused by internal stretching. - ANSStretch reflex Anterior pelvic tilt
and muscle imbalance in the lower extremities are hallmarks of this postural distortion
syndrome (ANSLower crossed syndrome). A postural distortion syndrome characterized by
a forward head and rounded shoulders with upper extremity muscle imbalances. -
ANSUpper crossed syndrome
A postural distortion syndrome characterized by foot pronation and lower extremity muscle
imbalances - ANSPronation distortion syndrome
Abdominal complex: The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) completed by
an ANSA client reveals that she has undergone a Cesarean section previously. Which of the
following muscle groups may potentially be weak in this individual due to this surgery?
abduction, extension, and external rotation - ANSThe gluteus medius accelerates the hip
(femoral) in a clockwise direction. Accelerates ankle dorsifl exion and inversion - ANSWhat
is the concentric function of the anterior tibialis?
Accelerates plantar flexion and inversion of the ankle - ANSWhat is the posterior tibialis's
concentric function? Boosts hip flexion, abduction, and internal rotation - ANSWhat is the
tensor fascia latae's concentric function? Accelerates knee flexion and tibial external rotation
- ANSWhat is the concentric function of the biceps femoris (short head)?
acromion process and clavicle. - ANSThe acromioclavicular joint is comprised of the
Activate - ANSWhat is the third phase of the Corrective Exercise Continuum?
Techniques for activation - ANSCorrective exercise methods used to retrain or boost the
activation of tissues that aren't working. Activation methods - Which of the following
corrective exercise methods is used to retrain tissues that are underactive? active valgus -
ANS Athletes may exhibit a hip adduction and knee abduction position that is the result of
muscular contraction rather than ground reaction forces during competition. According to the
text, which of the following is a contraindication for isolated strengthening in acute
rheumatoid arthritis of the affected joint? Complex of the adductor Biceps femoris (short
head)
, Tensor fascia latae (TFL) - ANSWhich of the following are common overactive muscles of
the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex for knee impairment? (Select all that apply.)
Which muscle in the adductor complex is most likely overactive? ANS During the Single-Leg
Squat Assessment, which muscle's overactivity can be blamed for compensating for "hip
drop"? Adductor complex (same side as stance leg). What are some muscles that could be
overactive if strength is limited? Adductor complex and hip flexor complex (TFL, iliopsoas,
rectus femoris) - ANS All of the following muscles and ligaments, with the exception of the
adductor complex and medial hamstring complex (ANS), are being evaluated: Answer:
Which adductor muscle has fibers that can concentrically accelerate the femur's extension?
Adductor magnus What is the primary muscle that is being shown in the image below?
Adductors - ANS According to Davis's law, adhesions, also known as knots or trigger points,
can begin to form permanent structural changes in soft tissue. According to Davis's law,
adhesions, also known as knots or trigger points, can begin to form permanent structural
changes in soft tissue. Advanced diabetes - ANSWhich of the following conditions is an
absolute contraindication for self-myofascial release?
agonist-antagonist muscle groups - ANSDuring their studies of muscle compensations,
Florence and Henry Kendall addressed postural deviations through the relationship of
Altered reciprocal inhibition - ANSWhat causes a tight muscle to reduce its neural drive and
prevent its functional antagonist from recruiting? altered shoulder mechanics -
ANSDegenerative changes in articular cartilage, tendons, and capsuloligamentous
structures are typically the cause of persistent shoulder pain. An alteration in the normal
position or motion of the scapula during coupled scapulohumeral momements -
ANSDyskinesis
A two-legged exercise with minimal stability challenges: Which of the following is the most
appropriate, immediate progression for an alternating leg exercise? an effective means for
improving tissue and joint range of motion - ANSAccording to research, static stretching is
An increased Q-angle - ANSWERWhich of the following is a risk factor for patellar
tendinopathy in athletes who jump? An inflammation or a tendinosis of the sheath or tunnel
that surrounds two tendons that control movement of the thumb. - ANSDe Quervain
syndrome
A sprain of the ankle ligaments that results in a few tiny tears in the ligaments. an isolated
strengthening exercise. - ANSA 1-arm Stability Ball Cobra is an example of
Ankle sprains - ANSWhich of the following is reported to be the most common
sports-related injury?
Antagonists - ANSMuscles that act in direct opposition to prime movers
anterior talofibular ligament, calcaneofibular ligament, and posterior talofibular ligament -
ANSLateral ankle sprains are the most common type of sprain, and PRIMARILY affect the
lateral ankle ligaments, including the
The Tibialis anterior Tibialis Posterior Gastrocnemius Med. Gluteus Medius - ANSOverhead
Squat with feet flatten under active muscle
anterior tibialis - ANSThe following are potential overactive or tightened muscles that are
associated with a lower extremity movement impairment syndrome: What is being evaluated
for the primary mover, anterior tibialis? Anterior tibialis - ANSWhich of the following muscles
concentrically accelerates ankle dorsiflexion and inversion?
Anterior view - ANSDuring the Overhead Squat assessment, which view specifically assess
the foot/ankle and knee complex?
- ANSInjuries to the capsuloligamentous structures result in deficits in the passive stabilizing
structures of the shoulder, such as the anterior, posterior, or inferior glenohumeral ligaments
, and the glenoid labrum. anteriorly rotating the pelvis - ANSWhen there are imbalances in the
deep longitudinal subsystem and the latissimus dorsi becomes overactive, it will create
excessive lumbar extension by
Inflammation occurs whenever the body's tissues are damaged. Inflammation in turn
activates the body's pain receptors and initiates a protective mechanism, increasing muscle
tension or causing muscle spasm. - ANSTrue
Arthritis - ANSInjuries to the anterior cruciate ligament are strongly correlated with which of
the following chronic diseases? Assessments that involve movement with a change in ones
base of support - ANSDynamic movement assessment
Assessments that involve movement without a change in one's base of support -
ANSTransitional movement assessment
Self-myofascial release can be performed on a daily basis for no known reason at this time.
- ANSTrue Atlas - ANSThe first cervical spine, or C1, is also referred to as the autogenic
inhibition and recurrent inhibition - ANSNeurologically, stretching neuromyofascial tissue to
the end range of motion appears to decrease motor neuron excitability through inhibitory
effects of
autonomic nervous system - ANSAccording to the text, it has been shown that external
pressure can have an influence on the
During the Overhead Squat assessment, the Ball Bridge client exhibits a low back arch.
Which of the following is the most appropriate isolated strengthening exercise?
Ball combo I with chin tuck - ANSWhich of the following exercises would be MOST
appropriate if a client's head protrudes forward during the assessment process?
Single-leg squat, ball wall squat, step-up lunge, and single leg squat. Which of the following
is a good progression for integrated dynamic movement? Ball Wall Squat with Overhead
Press
Single-leg Squat with Scaption - ANSExamples of integrated dynamic movement include
which of the following? (Select all relevant options.) Overhead Press and Ball Wall Squat:
Which of the following exercises best strengthens intermuscular coordination in the erector
spinae and gluteus maximus? Ball Wall Squat with Overhead Press - ANSWhich of the
following integrated dynamic movements is most appropriate for a client exhibiting an
excessive forward lean during the Overhead Squat assessment?
Biceps brachii (long head) - ANS During a limitation assessment, a client shows limited
elbow extension while extending their shoulder. Which of the following muscles is probably
working too hard? Biceps femoris - ANSWhat is the primary muscle being stretched in the
image below?
Biceps femoris (short head) - ANSwhich muscle should be inhibited using self-myofacial
release techniques if the feet torn out?
Biomechanics is an ANSA study based on physics principles. to quantify the mechanisms
by which forces interact within a living body
Which muscle in the brachialis family is the primary elbow flexor? Break test - ANSA The
client is asked to hold a position at the end of the available range, or at a point in the range
where the muscle is most challenged, and not let the examiner break the hold with manual
resistance. Bronchodilators - ANS What medications are typically prescribed to individuals
with asthma or other pulmonary diseases to correct or prevent bronchial smooth muscle
constriction? Calcaneous, talus, navicular, medial cuneiform, and first metatarsal - ANSThe
medial arch of the foot is made up of which bones?
Capsule and ligaments have the least ability to lengthen - ANSWhy is the Behind the Neck
Pulldown believed to place the shoulder in a closed-pack position?
- ANS
- ANSThe upper trapezius, teres major, and sternocleidomastoid are all functionally tight. A
new client performs a Tuck Jump assessment in preparation for the upcoming basketball
season. Upon landing, excessive knee valgus is observed. - ANS Which of the following
integrated dynamic exercises should the client first perform with the Health and Fitness
Professional? $2.5 billion - ANSResearchers estimate that ACL injuries incur approximately
__________ annually in health care costs. $26 billion - ANSI According to estimates, the
annual costs associated with low-back pain in the The United States is larger than $39 billion
- ANSWhat the should pain estimated annual cost of
0° to -10° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation when measuring this? 1 million doctor visits
annually - ANS Plantar fasciitis affects more than half of the general population. 1. The
process by which neural impulses that sense tension are greater than the impulses that
cause muscles to contract, providing an inhibitory effect to the muscle spindles. 2. Golgi
tendon organ stimulation causes inhibition of the muscle spindle. - ANSAutogenic inhibition
120° - ANS What is the standard deviation for this measurement? Between the ages of 15
and 25, ANSThe majority of ACL injuries occur between these two ages? 160° - ANSWhat is
the standard deviation when measuring this angle? 180-degree jump - ANSThe __________
__________ is an integrated dynamic movement exercise to teach lower extremity control
while the body is rotating in the transverse plane.
2 seconds of isometric hold at end-range and 4 seconds of eccentric action - ANSWhat is
the BEST repetition tempo for isolated strengthening exercises? 20 degrees of ankle
dorsiflexion available. - ANSThe following are all risk factors for patellar tendinopathy, with
the exception of: 20° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 20° -
ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 20 degrees of ankle dorsiflexion -
ANS All of the following are risk factors for the medial tibial stress syndrome, with the
exception of: 21% - ANSWhat the general population with shoulder pain thinks 21% of the
general population - ANSShoulder pain is reported to occur in up to
25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% - ANSWhen carrying out positional isometrics, what is the
appropriate sequence of intensity? 33.8% - ANSWhat percentage of the population is
estimated to be obese?
4 second eccentric and 2 second isometric - ANSWhat is the appropriate repetition tempo
when performing isolated strengthening?
40 years ago - ANSResearch suggests that musculoskeletal pain is more common now
than it was__________because of the advancements of technology and manuallabor-saving
devices.
40% - ANSWhat the shoulder pain persisting at least one year
40% to 65% - ANSWhat is the estimated percentage of shoulder impingement-related pain
in the shoulder? 45° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 45° -
ANSWhat is the normal value when taking this measurement?
45° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this measurement? 60% - ANSOf all
work-related injuries that involve the trunk, more than _____ involve the low back.
, ANS: What percentage of ACL injuries are thought to be noncontact? Between 70 and 75%
are noncontact injuries. 70-75% - ANSWhat percentage of ACL injuries are estimated to be
non-contact?
75 to 80% of shoulder injuries. - ANSRotator cuff conditions such as strains, ruptures, and
tendinopathies account for approximately
An estimated 80,000 to 100,000 anterior cruciate ligament injuries occur annually in the
general population of the United States. ANSLow-back pain is a major form of degeneration
that affects nearly 80% of adults. 90° - ANSWhat is the standard deviation for this
measurement? ANSTendinopathy is a condition that commonly affects the Achilles' tendon
and includes symptoms such as pain, swelling, and reduced performance. A cycle whereby
an injury will induce inflammation, muscle spasm, adhesion, altered neuromuscular control,
and muscle imbalances. - ANSCumulative injury cycle
A feedback circuit that can decrease the excitability of motor neurons via the interneuron
called the Renshaw cell. - ANSRecurrent inhibition
A flattened medial arch during weight-bearing. - ANSPes planus
Self-myofascial release is a flexibility technique for inhibiting overactive muscle fibers. a
high medial arch during activities involving weight bearing. - ANSPes planus, also known as
increased pronation, is characterized by none of the following: a weight-bearing medial arch
that is high. - ANSPes cavus A membrane that lines the outer surface of all bones. -
ANSPeriosteum
a muscle contraction caused by internal stretching. - ANSStretch reflex Anterior pelvic tilt
and muscle imbalance in the lower extremities are hallmarks of this postural distortion
syndrome (ANSLower crossed syndrome). A postural distortion syndrome characterized by
a forward head and rounded shoulders with upper extremity muscle imbalances. -
ANSUpper crossed syndrome
A postural distortion syndrome characterized by foot pronation and lower extremity muscle
imbalances - ANSPronation distortion syndrome
Abdominal complex: The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) completed by
an ANSA client reveals that she has undergone a Cesarean section previously. Which of the
following muscle groups may potentially be weak in this individual due to this surgery?
abduction, extension, and external rotation - ANSThe gluteus medius accelerates the hip
(femoral) in a clockwise direction. Accelerates ankle dorsifl exion and inversion - ANSWhat
is the concentric function of the anterior tibialis?
Accelerates plantar flexion and inversion of the ankle - ANSWhat is the posterior tibialis's
concentric function? Boosts hip flexion, abduction, and internal rotation - ANSWhat is the
tensor fascia latae's concentric function? Accelerates knee flexion and tibial external rotation
- ANSWhat is the concentric function of the biceps femoris (short head)?
acromion process and clavicle. - ANSThe acromioclavicular joint is comprised of the
Activate - ANSWhat is the third phase of the Corrective Exercise Continuum?
Techniques for activation - ANSCorrective exercise methods used to retrain or boost the
activation of tissues that aren't working. Activation methods - Which of the following
corrective exercise methods is used to retrain tissues that are underactive? active valgus -
ANS Athletes may exhibit a hip adduction and knee abduction position that is the result of
muscular contraction rather than ground reaction forces during competition. According to the
text, which of the following is a contraindication for isolated strengthening in acute
rheumatoid arthritis of the affected joint? Complex of the adductor Biceps femoris (short
head)
, Tensor fascia latae (TFL) - ANSWhich of the following are common overactive muscles of
the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex for knee impairment? (Select all that apply.)
Which muscle in the adductor complex is most likely overactive? ANS During the Single-Leg
Squat Assessment, which muscle's overactivity can be blamed for compensating for "hip
drop"? Adductor complex (same side as stance leg). What are some muscles that could be
overactive if strength is limited? Adductor complex and hip flexor complex (TFL, iliopsoas,
rectus femoris) - ANS All of the following muscles and ligaments, with the exception of the
adductor complex and medial hamstring complex (ANS), are being evaluated: Answer:
Which adductor muscle has fibers that can concentrically accelerate the femur's extension?
Adductor magnus What is the primary muscle that is being shown in the image below?
Adductors - ANS According to Davis's law, adhesions, also known as knots or trigger points,
can begin to form permanent structural changes in soft tissue. According to Davis's law,
adhesions, also known as knots or trigger points, can begin to form permanent structural
changes in soft tissue. Advanced diabetes - ANSWhich of the following conditions is an
absolute contraindication for self-myofascial release?
agonist-antagonist muscle groups - ANSDuring their studies of muscle compensations,
Florence and Henry Kendall addressed postural deviations through the relationship of
Altered reciprocal inhibition - ANSWhat causes a tight muscle to reduce its neural drive and
prevent its functional antagonist from recruiting? altered shoulder mechanics -
ANSDegenerative changes in articular cartilage, tendons, and capsuloligamentous
structures are typically the cause of persistent shoulder pain. An alteration in the normal
position or motion of the scapula during coupled scapulohumeral momements -
ANSDyskinesis
A two-legged exercise with minimal stability challenges: Which of the following is the most
appropriate, immediate progression for an alternating leg exercise? an effective means for
improving tissue and joint range of motion - ANSAccording to research, static stretching is
An increased Q-angle - ANSWERWhich of the following is a risk factor for patellar
tendinopathy in athletes who jump? An inflammation or a tendinosis of the sheath or tunnel
that surrounds two tendons that control movement of the thumb. - ANSDe Quervain
syndrome
A sprain of the ankle ligaments that results in a few tiny tears in the ligaments. an isolated
strengthening exercise. - ANSA 1-arm Stability Ball Cobra is an example of
Ankle sprains - ANSWhich of the following is reported to be the most common
sports-related injury?
Antagonists - ANSMuscles that act in direct opposition to prime movers
anterior talofibular ligament, calcaneofibular ligament, and posterior talofibular ligament -
ANSLateral ankle sprains are the most common type of sprain, and PRIMARILY affect the
lateral ankle ligaments, including the
The Tibialis anterior Tibialis Posterior Gastrocnemius Med. Gluteus Medius - ANSOverhead
Squat with feet flatten under active muscle
anterior tibialis - ANSThe following are potential overactive or tightened muscles that are
associated with a lower extremity movement impairment syndrome: What is being evaluated
for the primary mover, anterior tibialis? Anterior tibialis - ANSWhich of the following muscles
concentrically accelerates ankle dorsiflexion and inversion?
Anterior view - ANSDuring the Overhead Squat assessment, which view specifically assess
the foot/ankle and knee complex?
- ANSInjuries to the capsuloligamentous structures result in deficits in the passive stabilizing
structures of the shoulder, such as the anterior, posterior, or inferior glenohumeral ligaments
, and the glenoid labrum. anteriorly rotating the pelvis - ANSWhen there are imbalances in the
deep longitudinal subsystem and the latissimus dorsi becomes overactive, it will create
excessive lumbar extension by
Inflammation occurs whenever the body's tissues are damaged. Inflammation in turn
activates the body's pain receptors and initiates a protective mechanism, increasing muscle
tension or causing muscle spasm. - ANSTrue
Arthritis - ANSInjuries to the anterior cruciate ligament are strongly correlated with which of
the following chronic diseases? Assessments that involve movement with a change in ones
base of support - ANSDynamic movement assessment
Assessments that involve movement without a change in one's base of support -
ANSTransitional movement assessment
Self-myofascial release can be performed on a daily basis for no known reason at this time.
- ANSTrue Atlas - ANSThe first cervical spine, or C1, is also referred to as the autogenic
inhibition and recurrent inhibition - ANSNeurologically, stretching neuromyofascial tissue to
the end range of motion appears to decrease motor neuron excitability through inhibitory
effects of
autonomic nervous system - ANSAccording to the text, it has been shown that external
pressure can have an influence on the
During the Overhead Squat assessment, the Ball Bridge client exhibits a low back arch.
Which of the following is the most appropriate isolated strengthening exercise?
Ball combo I with chin tuck - ANSWhich of the following exercises would be MOST
appropriate if a client's head protrudes forward during the assessment process?
Single-leg squat, ball wall squat, step-up lunge, and single leg squat. Which of the following
is a good progression for integrated dynamic movement? Ball Wall Squat with Overhead
Press
Single-leg Squat with Scaption - ANSExamples of integrated dynamic movement include
which of the following? (Select all relevant options.) Overhead Press and Ball Wall Squat:
Which of the following exercises best strengthens intermuscular coordination in the erector
spinae and gluteus maximus? Ball Wall Squat with Overhead Press - ANSWhich of the
following integrated dynamic movements is most appropriate for a client exhibiting an
excessive forward lean during the Overhead Squat assessment?
Biceps brachii (long head) - ANS During a limitation assessment, a client shows limited
elbow extension while extending their shoulder. Which of the following muscles is probably
working too hard? Biceps femoris - ANSWhat is the primary muscle being stretched in the
image below?
Biceps femoris (short head) - ANSwhich muscle should be inhibited using self-myofacial
release techniques if the feet torn out?
Biomechanics is an ANSA study based on physics principles. to quantify the mechanisms
by which forces interact within a living body
Which muscle in the brachialis family is the primary elbow flexor? Break test - ANSA The
client is asked to hold a position at the end of the available range, or at a point in the range
where the muscle is most challenged, and not let the examiner break the hold with manual
resistance. Bronchodilators - ANS What medications are typically prescribed to individuals
with asthma or other pulmonary diseases to correct or prevent bronchial smooth muscle
constriction? Calcaneous, talus, navicular, medial cuneiform, and first metatarsal - ANSThe
medial arch of the foot is made up of which bones?
Capsule and ligaments have the least ability to lengthen - ANSWhy is the Behind the Neck
Pulldown believed to place the shoulder in a closed-pack position?
