Balanced Body Test Out Mat Exam
Questions & Answers | Complete Study
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Question 1
Name 3 pre-pilates exercises that focus on teaching Pelvic Stability - challenging the
core and pelvic to stay in place with other limb movements
Correct Answer
Marching
toe taps
opposing leg/arm reaches
bridge marching
Question 2
Muscles that move the scapula
Correct Answer
Trapezius, Serrates Anterior, Rhomboids
Question 3
Saw (key areas that are working)
Correct Answer
Stretch, Rotation, PS
Question 4
Without good range of motion on boths sides of a joint, the muscles cannot work
correctly. For example, if the hip flexors are too tight, the hamsrings won't have
enough range to work well and strength gains will be difficult. This is an example of
Correct Answer
Reciprocal inhibition
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,Question 5
Relaxation
Correct Answer
use just the amount of effort needed to complete the exercise correctly no more, no
less. Learning to release unnecessary tension in our bodies helps us to find ease and
flow in movement and in the rest of our lives.
Question 6
Side Bend Twist (categories)
Correct Answer
Rotation, Arms, Abs, SS
Question 7
Name 3 pre-Pilates exercises for engaging the core
Correct Answer
1.) Prone Zipping
2.) Theraband around waist
3.) Pregnant Kittens
Question 8
where could a ball be used for criss cross to enhance the exercise
Correct Answer
Ball behind the back
Question 9
What year did Joseph Pilates move to the US?
Correct Answer
1926
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,Question 10
What are the four elements of Trunk Integration?
Correct Answer
Breathing, inner unit, outer units, spinal mobility
Question 11
Posterior (back body) Oblique System
(lumbopelvic stability)
Correct Answer
Creates torso extension and rotation as well as pelvic stability. Extension with one
side or make a criss cross (Swimming)
Latissimus Dorsi and the contralateral gluteus maximus
Question 12
Pre-Natal First trimester, up to 12 weeks
Correct Answer
Exercise should be based on the energy level of the client and geared to minimize
fatigue.
Focus on pelvic floor exercises, adductor work, abdominal strengthening, core
stabilization, arm and upper back strengthening, low back and chest flexibility,
decrease inversion and rolling exercises
Question 13
How would you modify Teaser for clients with tight hamstrings?
Correct Answer
Table top legs
Question 14
where could a ring be placed for boomerang to enhance the exercise
Correct Answer
ring between the ankles or knees
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, Question 15
3 Mat exercises that are safe throughout pregnancy
Correct Answer
Spine Side Stretch, Spine Stretch forward, Side Leg series, Modified Pushup
Question 16
The purpose of the tail wag and seated side stretch is to facilitate and enhance what
spinal movements
Correct Answer
lateral flexion
Question 17
List an exercise progression that ends with push ups and focuses on upper body
Correct Answer
pinwheel
plank
open leg rocker
single leg kicks
push ups
Question 18
What US city did Joseph Pilates live and teach in?
Correct Answer
New York
Question 19
Ideal Front view Vertical Standing Alignment
Correct Answer
eyes level, shoulders level, equal distance between arms and torso, ASIS level, high
point of iliac crests level, greater trochanter level, both knees even, equal turnout on
both feet
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Questions & Answers | Complete Study
Guide | Verified Solutions | Pass Guaranteed
Question 1
Name 3 pre-pilates exercises that focus on teaching Pelvic Stability - challenging the
core and pelvic to stay in place with other limb movements
Correct Answer
Marching
toe taps
opposing leg/arm reaches
bridge marching
Question 2
Muscles that move the scapula
Correct Answer
Trapezius, Serrates Anterior, Rhomboids
Question 3
Saw (key areas that are working)
Correct Answer
Stretch, Rotation, PS
Question 4
Without good range of motion on boths sides of a joint, the muscles cannot work
correctly. For example, if the hip flexors are too tight, the hamsrings won't have
enough range to work well and strength gains will be difficult. This is an example of
Correct Answer
Reciprocal inhibition
Page 1 of 154
,Question 5
Relaxation
Correct Answer
use just the amount of effort needed to complete the exercise correctly no more, no
less. Learning to release unnecessary tension in our bodies helps us to find ease and
flow in movement and in the rest of our lives.
Question 6
Side Bend Twist (categories)
Correct Answer
Rotation, Arms, Abs, SS
Question 7
Name 3 pre-Pilates exercises for engaging the core
Correct Answer
1.) Prone Zipping
2.) Theraband around waist
3.) Pregnant Kittens
Question 8
where could a ball be used for criss cross to enhance the exercise
Correct Answer
Ball behind the back
Question 9
What year did Joseph Pilates move to the US?
Correct Answer
1926
Page 2 of 154
,Question 10
What are the four elements of Trunk Integration?
Correct Answer
Breathing, inner unit, outer units, spinal mobility
Question 11
Posterior (back body) Oblique System
(lumbopelvic stability)
Correct Answer
Creates torso extension and rotation as well as pelvic stability. Extension with one
side or make a criss cross (Swimming)
Latissimus Dorsi and the contralateral gluteus maximus
Question 12
Pre-Natal First trimester, up to 12 weeks
Correct Answer
Exercise should be based on the energy level of the client and geared to minimize
fatigue.
Focus on pelvic floor exercises, adductor work, abdominal strengthening, core
stabilization, arm and upper back strengthening, low back and chest flexibility,
decrease inversion and rolling exercises
Question 13
How would you modify Teaser for clients with tight hamstrings?
Correct Answer
Table top legs
Question 14
where could a ring be placed for boomerang to enhance the exercise
Correct Answer
ring between the ankles or knees
Page 3 of 154
, Question 15
3 Mat exercises that are safe throughout pregnancy
Correct Answer
Spine Side Stretch, Spine Stretch forward, Side Leg series, Modified Pushup
Question 16
The purpose of the tail wag and seated side stretch is to facilitate and enhance what
spinal movements
Correct Answer
lateral flexion
Question 17
List an exercise progression that ends with push ups and focuses on upper body
Correct Answer
pinwheel
plank
open leg rocker
single leg kicks
push ups
Question 18
What US city did Joseph Pilates live and teach in?
Correct Answer
New York
Question 19
Ideal Front view Vertical Standing Alignment
Correct Answer
eyes level, shoulders level, equal distance between arms and torso, ASIS level, high
point of iliac crests level, greater trochanter level, both knees even, equal turnout on
both feet
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