Chapter 22: Lesson 1

Question 1

Superset

Answer 1

Two exercises performed back to back in rapid succession with minimal to no rest.

Question 2

Modalities

Answer 2

Device or tools that are designed to enhance an exercise or movement to create a desired outcome by their inclusion. Examples include treadmill for cardiovascular health or dumbbells for strength and hypertrophy.

Question 3

Circuit training

Answer 3

As series of exercises performed one after another with minimal (or limited) rest.

Question 4

Core stability

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Stability

Answer 5

The resistance to the external disruptions to one’s equilibrium.

Question 6

Planes of motion

Answer 6

The planes of movement in which the human body moves, which includes the sagittal, frontal, and transverse planes.

Question 7

Proprioceptively enriched environment

Answer 7

An unstable (yet controllable) exercise environment that causes the body to use its internal balance and stabilization mechanisms.

Question 8

Motor learning

Answer 8

Integration of motor control processes through practice and experience, leading to a relatively permanent change in the capacity to produce skilled motor behavior.

Question 9

Proprioception

Answer 9

The body’s ability to naturally sense its general orientation and relative position of its parts.

Question 10

Bilateral

Answer 10

Relating to two sides of the body.

Question 11

Unilateral

Answer 11

Relating to one side of the body.