CSCS: exercise technique Exam
2023/2024 Questions with Correct Answers State two methods you can use to calculate snatch grip width - Correct Answer 1. Fist to opposite shoulder
- Elbow to elbow
State the (5) points of contact - Correct Answer Head Shoulder Buttocks Right Foot Left Foot
T/F: you can spot power exercises - Correct Answer False
how do you spot an athlete doing a flat barbell bench press - Correct Answer Close, alternated grip, inside athletes hands State some common errors that individuals tend to make during the flat barbell bench press - Correct Answer Feet on bench Bar too low rather than nipple level Spotter with supinated hands Describe the difference between placing a barbell in a high bar position vs a low bar position when attempting a squat - Correct Answer High bar position: Base of neck/grip slightly wider than shoulder width 1 / 2
Low bar position: middle trap, across posterior deltoid with wider handgrip
Until what point does a person squat till - Correct Answer Thighs parallel to the floor Trunk begins to round/flex forward Heels begin to rise off floor State some common errors that individuals tend to make when squating - Correct Answer Leaning forward Heels of the floor What are the (2) types of ways you can do front squats - Correct Answer 1. Parallel arm position
- Cross arm position
- Heels rise
- Spotters using underhand grip instead of thumbs crossed and palms facing the barbell
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State some common errors that individuals tend to make during the front squat - Correct Answer 1.forearms perpendicular to floor (should be parallel
where should a spotter be when spotting a person doing forward step lunges - Correct Answer Spotter positions hands near athlete hips, waist or torso. Spotter steps forward with the same lead leg.State some common errors that individuals tend to make during the forward step lunge - Correct Answer Too short a step such that knee passes toes and heels come off the ground