AFPA PILATES INSTRUCTOR
MAT FINAL EXAM
What are three unique advantages & applications of using the Pilates
apparatus, the barrel? - ANSWERS-1) Besides the modifications that
have been made to the shape of the barrel to accommodate a wide
ranges of body types, it also offers the option of using springs.
2) The barrels are exceptional tools for strengthening the back
extensors and for passively relaxing in a position of spinal extension,
thereby stretching the trunk flexors.
3) The barrels also support the trunk during lateral flexion exercises,
from fundamental to advanced levels, facilitating improvement of
both strength and flexibility. Unique hip and arm work, full-body
integration exercises, and stretches can be performed on the barrels,
many of which can't be easily duplicated on other apparatus.
What can occur if a student only focuses on the lower back when
performing the barrel's swan? - ANSWERS-This results in shearing
forces on the lower back and the body folding over, rather than
arching from the knees through the trunk to the fingertips.
What is the main precaution when performing the roll-over on the
barrel? - ANSWERS-The lower back being easily pulled into hyper-
extension because of the body's position on the barrel.
T/F The Ped-a-Pul was one of Joseph Pilates' original apparatus, yet is
not commonly used as other equipment. - ANSWERS-True
,T/F Some Ped-a-Pul's are attached to the wall, while others are free-
standing. Both of these, according to the author, offers unique
benefits. - ANSWERS-True
Why might it be beneficial to incorporate the use of the Ped-a-Pul in
your Pilates practice? - ANSWERS-The ped-a-pul works the body in
a standing position and is excellent fro developing upright alignment
and balance. In addition, it focuses on the arms and shoulder complex,
offering a repertoire that ranges from fundamental to advanced levels.
Some ped-a-puls are adjustable, allowing you to vary the resistance to
meet individual needs. When working with one that is not adjustable,
you can increase the resistance by squatting lower or sitting on a
stool. (The lower body is in relation to the springs, the more
resistance there will be). Sitting on a stool offers more stability, which
may be an advantage in certain situations.
What is the primary use off the Pilates armchair? - ANSWERS-The
arm chair in its traditional form is used primarily for the arms and
shoulder complex.
T/F According to the author, the armchair provides abundant
opportunities for developing the entire body. - ANSWERS-True
T/F Compensations occurs when the resistance is too high or when
body awareness and control are lacking. - ANSWERS-True
, Which exercise would you suggest to promote shoulder control and
mobility? - ANSWERS-Circle
T/F The magic circle can keep the body in alignment or the limbs in
the desired position. - ANSWERS-True
T/F The range of motion of the movements performed with the magic
circle is minimal if any. - ANSWERS-True
What would be the proper spine position when performing the supine
knee exercise? - ANSWERS-A neutral spine position
What should you do if the lower back begins to rise during the supine
ankles exercise? - ANSWERS-If the low back starts to rise into an
arch, draw the abdominal muscles in deeper and lift into trunk flexion,
placing the hands behind the head and interlacing the fingers.
According to the author, what is the advantage(s) of using the block
system? - ANSWERS-Using the block system offers a structure that
promotes a positive outcome and opens the door to myriad of choices.
1) When deciding which exercises to do for arm work, you chan
choose upper body exercises from a large pool of exercises that best
suit your purpose at the time.
2) You can choose from a selection of arm series, complications of
arm exercises which together form a complementary, integrated
exercise unit.
MAT FINAL EXAM
What are three unique advantages & applications of using the Pilates
apparatus, the barrel? - ANSWERS-1) Besides the modifications that
have been made to the shape of the barrel to accommodate a wide
ranges of body types, it also offers the option of using springs.
2) The barrels are exceptional tools for strengthening the back
extensors and for passively relaxing in a position of spinal extension,
thereby stretching the trunk flexors.
3) The barrels also support the trunk during lateral flexion exercises,
from fundamental to advanced levels, facilitating improvement of
both strength and flexibility. Unique hip and arm work, full-body
integration exercises, and stretches can be performed on the barrels,
many of which can't be easily duplicated on other apparatus.
What can occur if a student only focuses on the lower back when
performing the barrel's swan? - ANSWERS-This results in shearing
forces on the lower back and the body folding over, rather than
arching from the knees through the trunk to the fingertips.
What is the main precaution when performing the roll-over on the
barrel? - ANSWERS-The lower back being easily pulled into hyper-
extension because of the body's position on the barrel.
T/F The Ped-a-Pul was one of Joseph Pilates' original apparatus, yet is
not commonly used as other equipment. - ANSWERS-True
,T/F Some Ped-a-Pul's are attached to the wall, while others are free-
standing. Both of these, according to the author, offers unique
benefits. - ANSWERS-True
Why might it be beneficial to incorporate the use of the Ped-a-Pul in
your Pilates practice? - ANSWERS-The ped-a-pul works the body in
a standing position and is excellent fro developing upright alignment
and balance. In addition, it focuses on the arms and shoulder complex,
offering a repertoire that ranges from fundamental to advanced levels.
Some ped-a-puls are adjustable, allowing you to vary the resistance to
meet individual needs. When working with one that is not adjustable,
you can increase the resistance by squatting lower or sitting on a
stool. (The lower body is in relation to the springs, the more
resistance there will be). Sitting on a stool offers more stability, which
may be an advantage in certain situations.
What is the primary use off the Pilates armchair? - ANSWERS-The
arm chair in its traditional form is used primarily for the arms and
shoulder complex.
T/F According to the author, the armchair provides abundant
opportunities for developing the entire body. - ANSWERS-True
T/F Compensations occurs when the resistance is too high or when
body awareness and control are lacking. - ANSWERS-True
, Which exercise would you suggest to promote shoulder control and
mobility? - ANSWERS-Circle
T/F The magic circle can keep the body in alignment or the limbs in
the desired position. - ANSWERS-True
T/F The range of motion of the movements performed with the magic
circle is minimal if any. - ANSWERS-True
What would be the proper spine position when performing the supine
knee exercise? - ANSWERS-A neutral spine position
What should you do if the lower back begins to rise during the supine
ankles exercise? - ANSWERS-If the low back starts to rise into an
arch, draw the abdominal muscles in deeper and lift into trunk flexion,
placing the hands behind the head and interlacing the fingers.
According to the author, what is the advantage(s) of using the block
system? - ANSWERS-Using the block system offers a structure that
promotes a positive outcome and opens the door to myriad of choices.
1) When deciding which exercises to do for arm work, you chan
choose upper body exercises from a large pool of exercises that best
suit your purpose at the time.
2) You can choose from a selection of arm series, complications of
arm exercises which together form a complementary, integrated
exercise unit.
