NASM Chatper 22

Rotational movement of the torso should primarily occur where?

• lumbar spine

• thoracic spine

• frontal plane

Balance is best described as which of the following?

• the ability to maintain control of the body while in a static position

• the ability to change direction quickly and accurately

• increased ability to overcome the force of gravity during jumping

Which of the following two modalities are the most alike?

• dumbbell and medicine ball

• ViPR and sandbag

• TRX suspension and ViPR

Resistance band exercises are best utilized in which phases of the OPT model?

• phase 2 and 5

• phase 3 and 4

• phase 1 and 4

Which of the following modalities is most likely to allow for strength and/or power development in the transverse plane?

• BOSU balls

• kettlebells

• medicine balls

A Certified Personal Trainer may seek further proprioceptive development in which of the following phases?

• Phase 2

• Phase 3

• Phase 1

When attempting to increase muscular size and strength in the lower body, which of the following exercise is least likely to be beneficial?

• BOSU squat

• sandbag squat

• machine leg press

Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding proprioceptive modalities?

• using heavy weights while performing exercises on proprioceptive modalities is dangerous

• proprioceptive modalities have not been shown to help improve balance

• proprioceptive modalities should be used only with the most advance clients

Using battle ropes is considered which sort exercise?

• high-impact activity

• proprioceptive training

• low-impact activity

Which of the following is not considered a closed-chain exercise?

• lat pulldowns

• push-ups

• pull-ups