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ISSA Strength and Conditioning Final
Exam with 100% correct Answers |Latest
Exam Update 2025
What detects changes in length of muscle fiber - correct -answer-Muscle
spindle
plyometrics - correct -answer-With a foundation of power, plyometrics can
benefit athletes of any sport.
recovery from plyometric training, what is the recommended duration of
rest between training sessions - correct -answer-48-72 hours
Regarding the progression of plyometric exercises, which of the following is
the logical progression from the squat jump - correct -answer-Broad jump
the progression of plyometric exercises - correct -answer-Quick changes
of direction encourage neuromuscular overload.
the transition from absorbing force to generating force and acceleration is
the - correct -answer-amortization phase.
A slower eccentric phase will result in - correct -answer-less potential
energy than a faster eccentric phase.
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A longer amortization phase will result in - correct -answer-the loss of
potential energy in the form of heat & reduced kinetic output in muscle
contraction.
The core is also known as the - correct -answer-lumbopelvic-hip-complex
(LPHC).
The musculature of the core is divided into - correct -answer-local and
global stabilizers.
Physical therapists and orthopedic specialists use three widely accepted
tests of muscular endurance to test core endurance over strength - flexor
endurance test, extensor endurance test, and the - correct -answer-side
bridge.
the core - correct -answer-Muscular endurance of the core is more
important for core stability than strength
The first step in core progression focuses on - correct -answer-muscle
recruitment.
the following exercises is often used for stabilization and core stability -
correct -answer-Bird dog
When performing the standing landmine twist exercise, the athlete should -
correct -answer-avoid lumbar rotation.
Where should an athlete's elbows be placed when performing a plank
exercise - correct -answer-Directly below the shoulders
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When performing a sit-up, the athlete should lie supine - correct -answer-
with knees bent at 90 degrees and arms crossed at the chest.
the following core exercise is considered a multi-planar exercise - correct -
answer-Modified side plank with hip external rotation
There are various major dysfunctions of the hip a coach can observe,
including - correct -answer-lateral weight shift.
the largest and most complex joint in the body - correct -answer-Knee
muscle involved in controlling the knee - correct -answer-Popliteus
The three main bones in the ankle are the tibia, the fibula, and the - correct
-answer-talus.
a muscle involved in controlling the ankle - correct -answer-
Gastrocnemius
the primary movements of the knee - correct -answer-Flexion and
extension
Movements in the frontal plane are actions requiring - correct -answer-
lateral movement.
type of loading occurs when the load is held on the opposite side of the
forward leg when performing a lunge - correct -answer-Contralateral
the hip hinge - correct -answer-When performing the hip hinge, athletes
should keep the shins as vertical as possible.
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Performing a squat with a single kettlebell held in a front racked position, is
an example of what type of loading - correct -answer-Unilateral loading
The musculature of the upper body can be divided into three groups -
correct -answer-muscles controlling the shoulders, muscles of the chest,
and muscles of the back.
The coordinated rotational movement of the scapula accompanying
abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation, extension, and flexion
of the humerus is known as scapulohumeral - correct -answer-rhythm.
The muscles of the chest include the - correct -answer-subclavius.
overactivity or tightness of the chest muscles result in - correct -answer-
Alterations to the subacromial space
Muscles of the back are divided into three groups; intrinsic, intermediate,
and - correct -answer-superficial.
The spine is stabilized by two factors - correct -answer-the contraction of
the supporting deep muscles surrounding the spine, and the: rotation and
support from the lower LPHC.
the following refers to an excessive outward curvature of the thoracic spine
- correct -answer-Kyphosis
A painful condition occurring when the tendons and soft tissues around the
shoulder joint become trapped between the humerus and the acromion is
known as - correct -answer-shoulder impingement.
ISSA Strength and Conditioning Final
Exam with 100% correct Answers |Latest
Exam Update 2025
What detects changes in length of muscle fiber - correct -answer-Muscle
spindle
plyometrics - correct -answer-With a foundation of power, plyometrics can
benefit athletes of any sport.
recovery from plyometric training, what is the recommended duration of
rest between training sessions - correct -answer-48-72 hours
Regarding the progression of plyometric exercises, which of the following is
the logical progression from the squat jump - correct -answer-Broad jump
the progression of plyometric exercises - correct -answer-Quick changes
of direction encourage neuromuscular overload.
the transition from absorbing force to generating force and acceleration is
the - correct -answer-amortization phase.
A slower eccentric phase will result in - correct -answer-less potential
energy than a faster eccentric phase.
,2|Page
A longer amortization phase will result in - correct -answer-the loss of
potential energy in the form of heat & reduced kinetic output in muscle
contraction.
The core is also known as the - correct -answer-lumbopelvic-hip-complex
(LPHC).
The musculature of the core is divided into - correct -answer-local and
global stabilizers.
Physical therapists and orthopedic specialists use three widely accepted
tests of muscular endurance to test core endurance over strength - flexor
endurance test, extensor endurance test, and the - correct -answer-side
bridge.
the core - correct -answer-Muscular endurance of the core is more
important for core stability than strength
The first step in core progression focuses on - correct -answer-muscle
recruitment.
the following exercises is often used for stabilization and core stability -
correct -answer-Bird dog
When performing the standing landmine twist exercise, the athlete should -
correct -answer-avoid lumbar rotation.
Where should an athlete's elbows be placed when performing a plank
exercise - correct -answer-Directly below the shoulders
,3|Page
When performing a sit-up, the athlete should lie supine - correct -answer-
with knees bent at 90 degrees and arms crossed at the chest.
the following core exercise is considered a multi-planar exercise - correct -
answer-Modified side plank with hip external rotation
There are various major dysfunctions of the hip a coach can observe,
including - correct -answer-lateral weight shift.
the largest and most complex joint in the body - correct -answer-Knee
muscle involved in controlling the knee - correct -answer-Popliteus
The three main bones in the ankle are the tibia, the fibula, and the - correct
-answer-talus.
a muscle involved in controlling the ankle - correct -answer-
Gastrocnemius
the primary movements of the knee - correct -answer-Flexion and
extension
Movements in the frontal plane are actions requiring - correct -answer-
lateral movement.
type of loading occurs when the load is held on the opposite side of the
forward leg when performing a lunge - correct -answer-Contralateral
the hip hinge - correct -answer-When performing the hip hinge, athletes
should keep the shins as vertical as possible.
, 4|Page
Performing a squat with a single kettlebell held in a front racked position, is
an example of what type of loading - correct -answer-Unilateral loading
The musculature of the upper body can be divided into three groups -
correct -answer-muscles controlling the shoulders, muscles of the chest,
and muscles of the back.
The coordinated rotational movement of the scapula accompanying
abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation, extension, and flexion
of the humerus is known as scapulohumeral - correct -answer-rhythm.
The muscles of the chest include the - correct -answer-subclavius.
overactivity or tightness of the chest muscles result in - correct -answer-
Alterations to the subacromial space
Muscles of the back are divided into three groups; intrinsic, intermediate,
and - correct -answer-superficial.
The spine is stabilized by two factors - correct -answer-the contraction of
the supporting deep muscles surrounding the spine, and the: rotation and
support from the lower LPHC.
the following refers to an excessive outward curvature of the thoracic spine
- correct -answer-Kyphosis
A painful condition occurring when the tendons and soft tissues around the
shoulder joint become trapped between the humerus and the acromion is
known as - correct -answer-shoulder impingement.
