CLUB PILATES TEST AUG
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(SCORED
A+)
Why is Save the head more advanced than Hug a Tree - ANSWERIt has back
extension involved which requires more per body strength and control
What matwork variation can be taught on the Reformer w/Arms in straps? -
ANSWERSingle leg stretch, double leg stretch, lower and lift, scissors, helicopters,
cross-cross, frogs
What are 4 main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer? -
ANSWERTransverse Abs, contralateral obliques, glutes, hamstring
Which is the best way to transition - ANSWERInstructor changes the springs while
clients do a different move to distract them
What ar the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in strap series? -
ANSWERTransverse abs for stabilization, hip flexors to hold lets in place, latissimus
Doris & the long head of the triceps for arm movement
Why would you place the leg straps above your clients knees during feet in straps ? -
ANSWERIf you client needs smaller Range of Motion
T/F. the only way to make a move more difficult on the Refomer is by adding more
Resistance - ANSWERFalse
T/F. When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone
to do what you planned - ANSWERFalse
T/F a client has a week pelvic floor and cannot maintain table top with a stable pelvis
may jump on the Jumpboard if requested - ANSWERFalse
T/F. Clients should always be in a thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
Jumpboard - ANSWERFalse
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series - ANSWERAll
When is a client ready to Jump? - ANSWERStable pelvis and they are able to
maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness
What are the contraindication for articulatin during Bridge on the Reformer -
ANSWERPregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
, Footwork on the Reformer shows the instructor key indications of how the client's
functional patterns may have created misalignments. - ANSWERTrue
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be down unless the client is ready. -
ANSWERFalse
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal
flexion in a hinge, NOT articulation - ANSWERFalse
What is the safest way to complete the Arm Facing Side series - ANSWERHave the
client sit on carriage or long box
Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class - ANSWERAdvanced:
only one w/footwork to start
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with
head near the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table
top w/ the arms straight up facing the ceiling - ANSWERFalse
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and control of
spine - ANSWERTrue
Bridge variation on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall. - ANSWERTrue
Full teaser on the Reformer should be down on the short box - ANSWERFalse
For a client who has vagus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to
use during Footwork - ANSWERFeet parallel, Magic Circtle at the outside of the
upper knee area
What is unique about the Springboard that sets it apart from the Reformer -
ANSWERA client has more opportunities to work unilaterally under safe
circumstances, standing or seated on a stable surface
What exercise is helpful for a clien with Kyphotic shoulders? - ANSWERSwan
Explain the difference between yellow and purple springs on the Springboard? -
ANSWERYellow springs are shorter and used for the upper body like Hands in
straps,. Purple springs are longer and used for lower body like Legs in Straps.
What is the "ancestor of the Cadillac"? - ANSWERHospital bed
What are the contraindication for Swan on the Reformer - ANSWERPregnancy,
shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteroporosis
Bridge with Knee Extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer level
angle on the low back - ANSWERFalse
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(SCORED
A+)
Why is Save the head more advanced than Hug a Tree - ANSWERIt has back
extension involved which requires more per body strength and control
What matwork variation can be taught on the Reformer w/Arms in straps? -
ANSWERSingle leg stretch, double leg stretch, lower and lift, scissors, helicopters,
cross-cross, frogs
What are 4 main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer? -
ANSWERTransverse Abs, contralateral obliques, glutes, hamstring
Which is the best way to transition - ANSWERInstructor changes the springs while
clients do a different move to distract them
What ar the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in strap series? -
ANSWERTransverse abs for stabilization, hip flexors to hold lets in place, latissimus
Doris & the long head of the triceps for arm movement
Why would you place the leg straps above your clients knees during feet in straps ? -
ANSWERIf you client needs smaller Range of Motion
T/F. the only way to make a move more difficult on the Refomer is by adding more
Resistance - ANSWERFalse
T/F. When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone
to do what you planned - ANSWERFalse
T/F a client has a week pelvic floor and cannot maintain table top with a stable pelvis
may jump on the Jumpboard if requested - ANSWERFalse
T/F. Clients should always be in a thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
Jumpboard - ANSWERFalse
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series - ANSWERAll
When is a client ready to Jump? - ANSWERStable pelvis and they are able to
maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness
What are the contraindication for articulatin during Bridge on the Reformer -
ANSWERPregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
, Footwork on the Reformer shows the instructor key indications of how the client's
functional patterns may have created misalignments. - ANSWERTrue
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be down unless the client is ready. -
ANSWERFalse
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal
flexion in a hinge, NOT articulation - ANSWERFalse
What is the safest way to complete the Arm Facing Side series - ANSWERHave the
client sit on carriage or long box
Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class - ANSWERAdvanced:
only one w/footwork to start
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with
head near the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table
top w/ the arms straight up facing the ceiling - ANSWERFalse
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and control of
spine - ANSWERTrue
Bridge variation on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall. - ANSWERTrue
Full teaser on the Reformer should be down on the short box - ANSWERFalse
For a client who has vagus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to
use during Footwork - ANSWERFeet parallel, Magic Circtle at the outside of the
upper knee area
What is unique about the Springboard that sets it apart from the Reformer -
ANSWERA client has more opportunities to work unilaterally under safe
circumstances, standing or seated on a stable surface
What exercise is helpful for a clien with Kyphotic shoulders? - ANSWERSwan
Explain the difference between yellow and purple springs on the Springboard? -
ANSWERYellow springs are shorter and used for the upper body like Hands in
straps,. Purple springs are longer and used for lower body like Legs in Straps.
What is the "ancestor of the Cadillac"? - ANSWERHospital bed
What are the contraindication for Swan on the Reformer - ANSWERPregnancy,
shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteroporosis
Bridge with Knee Extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer level
angle on the low back - ANSWERFalse
