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True or False, Matwork is the most simple way to perform Pilates exercises. - ANSWER-False (Although it may look less intimidating without giant apparatus, Mat work is actually the most difficult in many cases as it gives no assistance like the springs and machines do)
If I start teaching at a studio, who holds the responsibility to make sure the equipment in the studio is safe and well maintained? (Select all that apply) - ANSWER-The other Pilates instructors on the team, every instructor needs to be responsible for keeping up the equipment; Studio Management or Owners; I, as a Pilates instructor, do. I should check for any malfunctions before every class
You are evaluating a client for the first time and find they have a major anterior tilt in their pelvis and no injuries in the past. The client has been cleared to begin a fitness plan after not having exercised or worked out for the past 4 years. What moves would you make sure to teach the client in their first workout? - ANSWER- Bridge, Roll Up, Quadruped
Who inspired Joseph's passion for movement? - ANSWER-All of the options (People "doing" life, Animals in nature, His parents and their active & healthy lifestyles)
If a client is supinating their feet during articulated bridges, what might you offer for support? (Select all that apply) - ANSWER-A ball between their ankles
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pg. 2 Where was Joseph Pilates born - ANSWER-Germany
Who inspired Joseph's passion for movement - ANSWER-His parents and their active and healthy lifestyles
What item inspired Joseph to build the reformer - ANSWER-A hospital bed
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use during footwork? - ANSWER-Feet parallel, Magic Circle at the outside of the upper knee area
The only way to make a move more difficult on the Reformer is by adding more resistance. - ANSWER-False (the Reformer is meant to challenge the body by requiring strength through stability and alignment which is met by a lighter resistance. The moves that have less springs are often times more difficult)
Pick the correct group of contraindications for articulation during Bridge on the Reformer. - ANSWER-Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
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
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.
Supine Arms in Straps Lower and Lift is done in which plane of motion? - ANSWER-All planes 2 / 4
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Full Teaser on the reformer is performed on the Short Box. - ANSWER-False (Full Teaser should be done on the long box)
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever angle on the low back. - ANSWER-False
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. - ANSWER-False (Mermaid has modifications where the client can have multiple limitations and still get the benefit from the move)
Why would you place the leg straps above your client's knees during feet in straps series? - ANSWER-If your client needed a smaller Range of Motion (ROM) in the hip joint
What is the best way to evaluate the ROM of the ankles? - ANSWER-Heels lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - ANSWER-Pregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
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?
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with the head near the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top with the arms straight up and facing the ceiling. - ANSWER-False
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pg. 4 What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates classes? - ANSWER-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position. - ANSWER-True
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-There is more surface area under the foot of the jumpboard which elicits a reaction closer to real life than the footbar on the reformer
What is the safest way to complete the arm facing side series? - ANSWER-Having the client sit on the carriage or long box
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why? - ANSWER-Semi circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires a client to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
What are the four main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the jumpboard? - ANSWER-False
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the reformer with arms in straps. - ANSWER-Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWER-ALL springs
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