Chapter 16: Lesson 1

Question 1

Core stability

Answer 1

The ability of an individual to maintain a given position, adequately stabilizing the spine while the extremities are moving.

Question 2

Core endurance

Answer 2

The ability to control the motion of the spine over a given longer duration.

Question 3

Core strength

Answer 3

The ability to control the motion of the spine.

Question 4

Core

Answer 4

The structures that make up the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex (LPHC), including the lumbar spine, pelvic girdle, abdomen, and hip joint.

Question 5

Type I (slow twitch) muscle fibers

Answer 5

Muscle fibers that are small in size, generate lower amounts of force, and are more resistant to fatigue.