Corrective Exercise

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musculoskeletal evaluation can identify

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strength imbalance, poor mobility, faulty activation patterns

Question 2

corrective exercise

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activities aimed at restoring or enhancing joint function via improvements in the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems

Question 3

why corrective exercise should be a priority for those with known issues
1. biomechanical issues negatively affect proper ___, ____ and ____
2. mechanical deficiencies promote faulty _____ and ____ problems which lead to injury
3. ongoing postural changes affect ___ and ___ of joints reducing stability
4. Dysfunction presents obstacles to ___ and ____-oriented behaviors due to pain and discomfort
5. Biomechanical limitations can cause ___ and ____
6. Biomechanical dysfunction can predispose one to ___ and provide major setbacks

Answer 3

1. posture, movement and exercise
2. movement patterns and activation
3. form, force closure
4. health, performance
5. physical discomfort, pain
6. injury

Question 4

exercise professionals first address obstacles that limit health improvements and increase the risk for injury before __________

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aggressively pursuing fitness improvements

Question 5

the level of dysfunction and its effects on movement efficiency, guide the _____ and identify _____

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exercise selection process, priorities

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a needs analysis is developed to formulate a

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comprehensive training plan with starting points

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prioritization model dictates that

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areas/issues of greatest need are addressed as an initial priority in the training program before anything else

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needs analysis

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adaptation requirements for an individual determined by screening and evaluation protocols

Question 9

needs analysis includes the ____, ____ and ___ of physiological needs

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identification, organization, prioritization

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primary limitations

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issue is significant, may be painful, and impedes overall function and performance

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secondary limitations

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issue tends to reduce the ability to perform certain tasks but generally does not cause major discomfort

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secondary limitations warrant

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adjunct corrective work and attention to proper movement form

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example of primary limitation

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upper cross syndrome

Question 15

slight hamstring tightness is an example of_____ limitation

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secondary

Question 16

early phases of a corrective exercise program require high volume for adequate ____ and to improve ____

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motor rehearsal
mobility

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motor rehearsal

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repeated exposure to a movement pattern which enhances efficiency over time due to increased neuromuscular proficiency

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many clients are introduced to training via bodybuilding exercises rather than those that

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improve mechanical function

Question 19

programming exercises that unite the global systems can improve

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mobility and force transfer across the kinetic chain

Question 20

functional training should emphasized client-appropriate ___kinetic chain exercises, but ____ kinetic chain exercises still have a part to play in comprehensive development

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closed, open

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closed kinetic chain exercise

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force is applied to a distally fixed position, forcing the body to stabilize segments across the kinetic chain

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in closed kinetic chain exercise, the ___ moves around the ___

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body, object

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open kinetic chain exercise

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force is applied to a moveable object around a distally fixed position, reducing stability requirements but allowing for more isolated loading

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in open kinetic chain exercise, ____ moves around the ____

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object, body

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examples of closed kinetic chain exercise

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military press, pull ups, push ups, deadlift, squat, lunge

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examples of open kinetic chain exercise

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lat pull down, bench press, leg press, leg curl, seated bicep curl

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changing the physical connection to the load during an exercise allows for

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further variation in stresses via the use of closed circuits and open circuits

Question 28

closed circuit exercise both working limbs are connected to the same load which minimizes the_____ while increasing the _____

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stability demands, potential for loading (two arms or two legs)

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open circuit exercise each limb must manage a separate load on its own which increases ______ while increasing the _____

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localized stability demand, potential for range of motion

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example of closed circuit exercise

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barbell bench press, barbell bent over row, leg press

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example of open circuit exercise

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dumbbell chest press, dumbbell overhead press, dumbbell lunges

Question 32

primary needs are range of motion and stability= ___ chain, ___ circuit exercises

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closed, open

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primary need is strength= ___ chain, ___ circuit exercises

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closed, closed

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primary need is hypertrophy= ___ chain, ____ circuit exercises

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open both open and closed

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bilateral exercises are commonly compromised when

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a client has muscular imbalances or postural distortions

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unilateral loading can fix bilateral exercise compromises by

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isolating a motion segment to improve ROM and promote improved stability/muscle activation

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unilateral loading may be relatively lighter, but can fatigue the trunk due to

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higher reps

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____ and ____ loading increases central activation and stability demands

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overhead, asymmetrical

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asymmetrical loading

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loading is not symmetrical in the sagittal and frontal plane

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ipsilateral loading can increase ___ and ___ stability, primary mover activation across a ___ relative range and ___ muscle activity

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central, peripheral, broader, lateral

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unfamiliar loading can be used to enhance adaptations for experienced clients by placing the resistance in a

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manner the body is not accustomed to

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forward chin problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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underactive upper back good morning, T/Y reaches single arm row

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kyphotic exaggeration problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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overactive cervical flexors scapular push up U bar high row, suspension T pull

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kyphosis problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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tight joint capsule IYT reaches 2-bench-push ups

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upper cross syndrome problems: overactive____ corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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internal rotators, pec, lats band t pulls, reverse lunge with cont reach reverse back flys, suspension wide row

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lordosis problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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overactive hip flexors, low back reverse lunge, wide leg back reach knee rolls on ball, MB pullover to stand

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lower cross syndrome problems: overactive _____, underactive _____ corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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overactive hip flexors/low back underactive abdominals/glutes field lunge w/ cross cont, reach, slide disc speed lunge SA OH bulgarian, ipsilateral step-up

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inward knees problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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interactive glutes, overactive quads floor bridge w/ upward reach, OH Bulgarian catch bench leg march, ipsilateral step-up

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outward knees problems: corrective exercise: traditional activities:

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overactive calves, glute med single-leg floor reach, split-stance toe reach dorsiflexed bridge, single-leg pistol squat

Question 50

which of the following is closed chain a. pull up b. bench press c. seated bicep curls d. leg extension

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a

Question 51

____ is used to restore or enhance joint function via improvements to the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems a. inner unit training b. sling system training c. corrective exercises d. unfamiliar exercise

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c

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which of the following is open circuit a. barbell bent-over row b. cable lat pull-down c. tricep cable push-down d. dumbell lunge

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d

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____ loading can be used to isolate a body segment and increase the ROM of a given exercise to promote enhanced stability and muscle activation a. bilateral b. ipsilateral c. unilateral d. contralateral

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c

Question 54

which of the following would be best corrective exercise for kyphosis of the thoracic spine a. field lunges b. overhead bulgarian squat c. IYT reaches d. floor bridges

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c

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which of the following would be the best corrective option for inward knees a. enhancing quadricep activation b. improve ROM in the calves c. improve mobility in the obliques d. enhance activation in the glutes

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d

Question 56

the ___ includes the identification, organization, and prioritization of a clients fitness and physiological needs to program proper exercise

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needs analysis

Question 57

true or false: the prioritization model dictates what areas of greatest need should be addressed first within a training program

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true

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true or false: the early phases of a corrective exercise program require low repetitions to prevent overtraining

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false

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true or false: asymmetrical loading is uneven in the sagittal and frontal planes which can increase central stabilization demand

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true

Question 60

identify two reasons why corrective exercise should be a priority in the training program for clients

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1. Biomechanical issues negatively affect proper posture, movement, and exercise 2. Mechanical deficiencies promote faulty movement patterns and activation problems which often lead to injury 3. Ongoing postural changes affect form and force closure of joints reducing stability 4. Dysfunction presents obstacles to health and performance-oriented behaviors due to pain and discomfort 5. Biomechanical limitations can cause physical discomfort and pain 6. Biomechanical dysfunction can predispose one to injury and provide major setbacks to fitness goals

Question 61

identify each of the following as closed or open chain and closed or open circuit a. standing, dumbbell overhead press b. standing, barbell overhead press c. sitting dumbbell overhead press d. sitting barbell overhead press

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a. closed chain, open circuit b. closed chain, closed circuit c. open chain, open circuit d. open chain, closed circuit

Question 62

what is the difference between the following as it relates to a corrective exercise program a. primary limitation b. secondary limitation

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a. issue is significant, possible painful, and impedes function as well as performance; requires immediate corrective exercise and emphasis in the program b. issue tends to reduce the ability to perform certain tasks or exercises but usually does not cause major pain; adjunct corrective work within the program

Question 63

chains and circuits can be manipulated within a program to meet various needs. fill in the most applicable exercise chain/circuitry for the following goals a. primary need is hypertrophy b. primary need is strength c. primary need is ROM

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a. open chain, open circuit and open chain, open circuit b. closed chain, closed circuit c. closed chain, open circuit

Question 64

what two muscles are primarily used in Bulgarian overhead reach

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lats, hip flexors