STOTT Pilates - Anatomy and Terms Questions
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Agonist - __100% correct answer as A muscle or muscle group that creates movement
Antagonist - __100% correct answer as A muscle that opposes the function of another (agonist) on the
opposite side of the bone, usually by restraining movement at the joint.
Axis of rotation - __100% correct answer as The imaginary point around which a lever (such as a limb)
rotates. This line is perpendicular to the plane of the movement. Axis of rotation intersects the center of
the joint.
Balanced movement - __100% correct answer as The muscles that act on the spine and must be kept in
balance or posture will be inadvertently affected and pain can be created or worsened. Because each
joint is controlled by at least two sets of muscles, the flexors and extensors (some also have rotators),
good posture can exist only when these muscles are in proper balance, allowing the joint to function
efficiently. Without this balance the body is pulled out of alignment, and over time parts can become
worn or damaged.
Base of support - __100% correct answer as The area beneath the body that is encompassed when one
continuous line connects all points of the body that are in contact with the ground or base.
Center of gravity - __100% correct answer as The point where body mass balances out in all planes:
frontal, sagittal, and transverse. The point of integration between the upper and lower halves of the
body, generally considered to be at the level of the second sacral vertebra. Individually, center of gravity
is impacted by a person's anatomical structure, gender, position in space, habitual standing posture, and
whether or not they are supporting external weight.
, Closed chain exercise - __100% correct answer as A movement in which the terminal joint meets
considerable external resistance that prohibits or restrains its free movement. Simply put, if either set of
limbs is supporting the weight of your body, the movement is considered to be closed chain. An example
of a closed chain exercise is Leg Pull Front on the mat.
Concentric Contraction - __100% correct answer as Contractions that shorten the muscle while under
tension, bringing the origin and insertion in toward one another.
Lumbo-Pelvic Rhythm - __100% correct answer as A coordinated movement between the lumbar spine
and pelvis that occurs during maximal forward bending of the trunk when reaching toward the legs.
Mobilizers/Global Muscles - __100% correct answer as Usually, larger muscles responsible for
movement. They include the more superficial muscles that link the pelvis to the thoracic cage and the
upper and lower extremities. They provide movement and are important for transferring and absorbing
forces from the upper and lower extremities to the pelvis.
Movement patterns - __100% correct answer as Functional movements involve complex patterns of
muscle activity. Each muscle plays and individual role in the overall pattern.
Muscle Imbalance - __100% correct answer as Situation when unequal forces make a joint weaker and
more vulnerable. Bone articulartions are forces to bear more weight than they should, normal
regenerative processes that keep joints healthy are altered, and pain and arthritis can be the
consequences. Many people with back or neck pain suffer from imbalances of the flexors, extensors,
and rotators of the spine, arms, and legs. (Pilates can bring muscles back into balance). There are three
types of muscle imbalances: 1) Synergistic dominance, example: overactive trapezius during shoulder
abduction 2) bilateral asymmetry, example: The quadriceps of one leg are stronger and tighter than the
other 3) Muscle inhibition, example: if the hip flexors are tighter than the hip extensors, they prohibit
the full extension and/or straightening of the hip joint.
Open Chain Exercise - __100% correct answer as An open chain exercise is one in which the terminal
joint is free. If the end segment of a movement is not fixed and/or supporting the body, the exercise is
considered to be an open chain exercise. One leg circle on the mat is an example of an open chain
exercise for the lower body.
and answers already graded A+| Updated &
Verified |2025
Agonist - __100% correct answer as A muscle or muscle group that creates movement
Antagonist - __100% correct answer as A muscle that opposes the function of another (agonist) on the
opposite side of the bone, usually by restraining movement at the joint.
Axis of rotation - __100% correct answer as The imaginary point around which a lever (such as a limb)
rotates. This line is perpendicular to the plane of the movement. Axis of rotation intersects the center of
the joint.
Balanced movement - __100% correct answer as The muscles that act on the spine and must be kept in
balance or posture will be inadvertently affected and pain can be created or worsened. Because each
joint is controlled by at least two sets of muscles, the flexors and extensors (some also have rotators),
good posture can exist only when these muscles are in proper balance, allowing the joint to function
efficiently. Without this balance the body is pulled out of alignment, and over time parts can become
worn or damaged.
Base of support - __100% correct answer as The area beneath the body that is encompassed when one
continuous line connects all points of the body that are in contact with the ground or base.
Center of gravity - __100% correct answer as The point where body mass balances out in all planes:
frontal, sagittal, and transverse. The point of integration between the upper and lower halves of the
body, generally considered to be at the level of the second sacral vertebra. Individually, center of gravity
is impacted by a person's anatomical structure, gender, position in space, habitual standing posture, and
whether or not they are supporting external weight.
, Closed chain exercise - __100% correct answer as A movement in which the terminal joint meets
considerable external resistance that prohibits or restrains its free movement. Simply put, if either set of
limbs is supporting the weight of your body, the movement is considered to be closed chain. An example
of a closed chain exercise is Leg Pull Front on the mat.
Concentric Contraction - __100% correct answer as Contractions that shorten the muscle while under
tension, bringing the origin and insertion in toward one another.
Lumbo-Pelvic Rhythm - __100% correct answer as A coordinated movement between the lumbar spine
and pelvis that occurs during maximal forward bending of the trunk when reaching toward the legs.
Mobilizers/Global Muscles - __100% correct answer as Usually, larger muscles responsible for
movement. They include the more superficial muscles that link the pelvis to the thoracic cage and the
upper and lower extremities. They provide movement and are important for transferring and absorbing
forces from the upper and lower extremities to the pelvis.
Movement patterns - __100% correct answer as Functional movements involve complex patterns of
muscle activity. Each muscle plays and individual role in the overall pattern.
Muscle Imbalance - __100% correct answer as Situation when unequal forces make a joint weaker and
more vulnerable. Bone articulartions are forces to bear more weight than they should, normal
regenerative processes that keep joints healthy are altered, and pain and arthritis can be the
consequences. Many people with back or neck pain suffer from imbalances of the flexors, extensors,
and rotators of the spine, arms, and legs. (Pilates can bring muscles back into balance). There are three
types of muscle imbalances: 1) Synergistic dominance, example: overactive trapezius during shoulder
abduction 2) bilateral asymmetry, example: The quadriceps of one leg are stronger and tighter than the
other 3) Muscle inhibition, example: if the hip flexors are tighter than the hip extensors, they prohibit
the full extension and/or straightening of the hip joint.
Open Chain Exercise - __100% correct answer as An open chain exercise is one in which the terminal
joint is free. If the end segment of a movement is not fixed and/or supporting the body, the exercise is
considered to be an open chain exercise. One leg circle on the mat is an example of an open chain
exercise for the lower body.
