CLUB PILATES TT QUIZ QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Which method of journaling do we suggest using through the course? - Answer-Rapid
Fire Journaling
Pilates Metrics has all of the entire exercise library uploaded in it so that I can utilize it
for helping my do my practice teaching hours, observation hours, assistant teaching and
self practice. T/F - Answer-True
What is the best order of movement to start with if your client had an old injury, works all
the time, and is "just getting back to moving? - Answer-Roll down, Footwork, Bridge
variation, hands in straps/ supine abs variation
What is the best way to evaluate the ROM (Range of Motion) of your client's ankles? -
Answer-Heels Lower and Lift
For a client with valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use
during Footwork? - Answer-Feet parallel with the Magic Circle being held at the outside
of the upper knee area
Footwork on the Reformer is most closely related to which real-life activity? - Answer-
Sitting down and standing up
Footwork on the Jumpboard and the foot bar are exactly the same. T/F - Answer-False
Clients who can do footwork on the Reformer are ready for jumping on the Jumpboard.
T/F - Answer-False
When is a client ready to jump? - Answer-When they have a stable pelvis and they are
able to maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness
How is footwork on the Jumpboard different than Footwork on the Reformer Footbar? -
Answer-When using the Jumpboard, there is more surface area under the foot which
elicits a reaction closer to real life than the Footbar on the Reformer
Which client has the most level appropriate sequence below to START a class?
Beginner ->Side-lying single leg jumping 4-point kneeling jumping
Intermediate ->4 point kneeling jumping Side-lying single leg jumping
Advanced->Double leg Footwork on the Reformer Single leg Footwork on the Reformer
- Answer-Advanced
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates classes?
- Answer-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
, Which is the "best" way to transition? - Answer-Instructor changes the springs while
clients do a different move to distract them
What are the 4 main muscles are emphasized during Footwork on the Reformer? -
Answer-Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall. T/F - Answer-True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal
flexion in a hinge NOT articulation. T/F - Answer-False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises. - Answer-Pregnancy,
Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever
angle on the low back. T/F - Answer-False
Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion of the
spine. T/F - Answer-True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why? - Answer-Semi Circle - it
incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires clients to have
impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what
order? - Answer-Start with head down & legs in table top then progress to thoracic
flexion with arm movement, followed by maintaining thoracic flexion the entire time and
legs in extension.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series? - Answer-
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and Latissimus
Dorsi & the Long head of the tricep for arm movement
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that are taught on the reformer with
Arms in Straps - Answer-Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift,
Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination? - Answer-
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation. T/F - Answer-True
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller biggdreamer. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.