pilates final exam test out with correct answers

pilates final exam test out with correct
answers



After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal
flexion in a hinge NOT articulation.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-false

After warming up my small group mat class, I plan on having them do
________________________ to get the back of their body warm and then
_________________________ to get the front of their body warm. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-bridging variations, hundreds

Always suggest that clients use a thin mat or towel for their Pilates Mat classes. It
doesn't have to be a thick Mat, it should just cover the area under your client's body.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-false

Are neutral based movements with slight amounts of extension appropriate for students
with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)? - CORRECT ANSWERS-yes

Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-true

Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever
angle on the low back.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-false

Choose best exercise for client type:
hip replacement

swimming
pelvic rocks/tilts
single leg circle
corkscrew - CORRECT ANSWERS-single leg circle

Choose best exercise for client type:
Hunched shoulders

, swimming
pelvic rocks/tilts
single leg circle
corkscrew - CORRECT ANSWERS-swimming

Choose best exercise for client type:
post natal

swimming
pelvic rocks/tilts
single leg circle
corkscrew - CORRECT ANSWERS-pelvic rocks/tilts

Choose best exercise for client type:
young athlete

swimming
pelvic rocks/tilts
single leg circle
corkscrew - CORRECT ANSWERS-corkscrew

Clients who can do footwork on the Reformer are ready for jumping on the Jumpboard.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-false

During Side Lying Legs in Straps series, the spine should be in a neutral position.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-true

During Side-Lying Leg in Strap series, when the leg sweeps forward, it should only
sweep to the point that the hip and leg do not rotate or shift.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-true

During Teaser, how does bending the knees into the chest change the exercise? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-changes the intent of exercise; once master, they can progress

During the chest lift, the client should maintain their neutral pelvis.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-true

Explain the difference between yellow and purple springs on the Springboard -
CORRECT ANSWERS-Yellow springs are shorter and used for upper body like Hands
in Straps, Purple springs are longer and used for lower body like Legs in Straps

Footwork on the Jumpboard and the foot bar are exactly the same.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWERS-false