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Flexibility Training Specialist CE Course Examination Answer Form

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Question 1. Older individuals may require someone or something to provide support against falling when using the G Ball.

a) True
b) False

Question 2. Exercises with the ball combine to stretch one or several muscle groups while reinforcing balance, control, strength, and stabilization of other co-activated muscles.

a) True
b) False

Question 3. One of the reasons to assess the client is to provide a baseline measurement.

a) True
b) False

Question 4*. Clients should practice finding neutral posture before performing any conditioning moves.

a) True
b) False

Question 5*. Tightening the gluteal muscles to assist with core stabilization is a coaching tip that can assist your clients.

a) True
b) False

Question 6. You should refer the client back to their doctor when the client experiences joint pain, numbness in the limbs and swelling.

a) True
b) False

Question 7. The kneeling crossover will increase quadricep flexibility.

a) True
b) False

Question 8. The lower back stretch decreases a pronounced flattened curvature of lower back.

a) True
b) False

Question 9. The arch will improve abductor muscle inflexibility.

a) True
b) False

Question 10. The quadratus lumborum is located underneath the chest.

a) True
b) False

Question 11. Your client lies supine on the floor and is able to bring both knees towards their chest without lifting their buttocks or head off the floor. Your client has good __________ flexibility:

a) quadricep
b) calf
c) trunk
d) ankle

Question 12. The V stretch increases range of motion for the:

a) the erectore spinae
b) the adductors
c) the front deltoid
d) all of the above

Question 13. The kneeling forward roll:

a) encourages calf flexibility
b) stretches the upper back and chest
c) encourages hip rotation
d) encourages quadriceps flexibility

Question 14. Which of the following is not recommended as a general guideline when assessing the client:

a) manually force the client into positions they can not do
b) have the client perform a short warm - up
c) instruct the client to avoid quick jerky movements
d) instruct the client on proper technique prior to testing

Question 15. An acceptable modification for the hamstring test would be:

a) to allow the client to wrap their arms around both knees
b) to allow the client to bend one leg
c) to help the client bring the leg up
d) a and c

Question 16. To test hip flexibility the client should be:

a) seated
b) standing
c) prone
d) supine

Question 17. __________ improves abductor muscle in flexibility:

a) the crossover
b) the two arm hip drop
c) the V stretch combo
d) the inner thigh stretch

Question 18. This form of stretching is effective initially for older individuals or for those who have just recently recovered from an injury:

a) ballistic
b) active
c) recovery
d) static

Question 19. The following is acceptable to do when helping the client perform the flexibility test for the quadriceps:

a) push hard on your clients arm to help your client reach to grab their ankle
b) gently help your client bring their leg towards their hamstring
c) push on your clients leg to help them bring their leg towards their hamstrings
d) none of the above

Question 20. Before performing the assessment test have the client:

a) eat a big meal
b) run a 1/2 mile
c) fill out an informed consent/health history form
d) walk a mile

Question 21. When stretching:

a) move slowly
b) bounce up and down to increase the stretch
c) move slowly into a stretch and then return fast
d) move fast

Question 22. The _________ increases shoulder range of motion:

a) neck and arm rotation
b) kneeling forward roll
c) one arm forward roll
d) all of the above

Question 23. There are several important reasons for an assessment for flexibility. Which one is not an important reason.

a) determine if flexibility needs to be improved
b) identify a weakness that may result in injury
c) provide information for exercise development
d) supply data for heart rate monitoring

Question 24. Which fitness tool(s) can aid in enhancing flexibility:

a) foam rollers
b) stretch bands
c) stability balls
d) all of the above

Question 25. When testing hamstring range of motion the client should be:

a) supine
b) prone
c) on their side
d) standing up

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