{"id":131554,"date":"2024-01-15T16:32:16","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T16:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=131554"},"modified":"2024-01-15T16:32:19","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T16:32:19","slug":"basi-pilates-mat-exam-latest-2024-2025-update-questions-and-verified-answers-100-correct-grade-a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/15\/basi-pilates-mat-exam-latest-2024-2025-update-questions-and-verified-answers-100-correct-grade-a\/","title":{"rendered":"BASI Pilates &#8211; Mat Exam (Latest 2024\/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>BASI Pilates &#8211; Mat Exam (Latest 2024\/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BASI Pilates &#8211; Mat Exam (Latest 2024\/ 2025<br>Update) Questions and Verified Answers|<br>100% Correct| Grade A<br>Q: Muscle focus of Single Leg Stretch<br>Answer:<br>Abdominals<br>Q: Objective of Single Leg Stretch<br>Answer:<br>Abdominal strength, trunk stabilization<br>Q: Muscle focus of Criss Cross<br>Answer:<br>Obliques<br>Q: Objective of Criss Cross<br>Answer:<br>Abdominal strength with oblique emphasis, trunk stabilization<br>Q: Muscle focus of Spine Stretch<br>Answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abdominals, back extensors<br>Q: Objective of Spine Stretch<br>Answer:<br>Spinal articulation, trunk stabilization, hamstring stretch<br>Q: Muscle focus of Saw<br>Answer:<br>Obliques<br>Q: Objective of Saw<br>Answer:<br>Hamstring stretch, back extensor control, abdominal control with oblique emphasis<br>Q: Muscle focus of Spine Twist<br>Answer:<br>Obliques<br>Q: Objective of Spine Twist<br>Answer:<br>Trunk mobility, back extensor control, abdominal control with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Q: Muscle focus of Cat Stretch<br>Answer:<br>Abdominals, mid\/upper back extensors<br>Q: Objective of Cat Stretch<br>Answer:<br>Abdominal control, back extensor strength, lumbar spine stretch<br>Q: Muscle focus of Back Extension<br>Answer:<br>Back extensors<br>Q: Objective of Back Extension<br>Answer:<br>Back extensor strength<br>Q: Muscle focus of Single Leg Kick<br>Answer:<br>Hamstrings<br>Q: Objective of Single Leg Kick<br>Answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hamstring stretch, upper back extensor strength<br>Q: Muscle focus of Side Lifts<br>Answer:<br>Obliques<br>Q: Objective of Side Lifts<br>Answer:<br>Lateral flexor strength, trunk stabilization<br>Q: Muscle focus of Front Support<br>Answer:<br>Abdominals, scapular stabilizers<br>Q: Objective of Front Support<br>Answer:<br>Trunk stabilization, scapular stabilization<br>Q: Muscle focus of Back Support<br>Answer:<br>Shoulder extensors, hip extensors<br>Powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/search\/study?query=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/learnexams.com\/search\/study?query=<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Pelvic Curl<br>Abdominals, hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Pelvic Curl<br>Spinal articulation, hamstring control, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Roll Up<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Roll Up<br>Abdominal strength, spinal mobility and stability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Spine Twist Supine<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Spine Twist Supine<br>Spinal rotation, pelvic lumbar stabilization, abdominal control with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Leg Lifts or Leg Changes<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Leg Lifts or Leg Changes<br>Pelvic lumbar stabilization, hip disassociation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Leg Circles<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Leg Circles<br>Pelvic lumbar stabilization, hip disassociations and mobilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hundred<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hundred<br>Abdominal strength, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Single Leg Stretch<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Single Leg Stretch<br>Abdominal strength, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Criss Cross<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Criss Cross<br>Abdominal strength with oblique emphasis, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Spine Stretch<br>Abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Spine Stretch<br>Spinal articulation, trunk stabilization, hamstring stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Saw<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Saw<br>Hamstring stretch, back extensor control, abdominal control with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Spine Twist<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Spine Twist<br>Trunk mobility, back extensor control, abdominal control with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Cat Stretch<br>Abdominals, mid\/upper back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Cat Stretch<br>Abdominal control, back extensor strength, lumbar spine stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Back Extension<br>Back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Back Extension<br>Back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Single Leg Kick<br>Hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Single Leg Kick<br>Hamstring stretch, upper back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Side Lifts<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Side Lifts<br>Lateral flexor strength, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Front Support<br>Abdominals, scapular stabilizers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Front Support<br>Trunk stabilization, scapular stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Back Support<br>Shoulder extensors, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Back Support<br>Trunk stabilization, shoulder extensor strength, hip extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Rolling Like A Ball<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Rolling Like A Ball<br>Trunk stabilization, shoulder stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Chest Lift<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Chest Lift<br>Abdominal strength, pelvic stability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Chest Lift With Rotation<br>Obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Chest Lift With Rotation<br>Abdominal strength with oblique emphasis, pelvic stability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Double Leg Stretch<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Double Leg Stretch<br>Abdominal strength, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Corkscrew<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Corkscrew<br>Hip flexor control, abdominal strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Seal Puppy<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Seal Puppy<br>Trunk stabilization and control, hip joint stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hundred Prep<br>Abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hundred Prep<br>Abdominal strength, trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Rest Position<br>Relaxation of lower back<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Rest Position<br>Relaxation, lumbar spine stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knee Extension<br>Quadriceps femoris<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knee Flexion<br>Hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip Extension<br>Gluteus maximus, hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip Flexion<br>Iliopsoas, rectus femoris, sartorius<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip Abduction<br>Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip Adduction<br>Adductor longus, adductor brevis, adductor magnus, gracilis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>External Rotation of Hip<br>Gluteus maximus, deep outward rotators<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Internal Rotation of Hip<br>Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spine Rotation<br>External obliques, internal obliques, erector spinae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lateral Flexion of Spine<br>External obliques, internal obliques, quadratus lumborum, erector spinae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spine Extension<br>Erector spinae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spine Flexion<br>Rectus abdominis, internal obliques, external obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elbow Extension<br>Triceps brachii<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elbow Flexion<br>Biceps brachii, brachialis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoulder Extension<br>Latissimus dorsi, teres major, posterior deltoid, pectoralis major sternal portion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoulder Flexion<br>Pectoralis major clavicular portion, anterior deltoid<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Internal Rotation of Shoulder<br>Subscapularis, teres major<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>External Rotation of Shoulder<br>Infraspinatus, teres minor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoulder Abduction<br>Middle deltoid, supraspinatus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoulder Adduction<br>Pectoralis major, latissimus dorsi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ankle-foot Plantar Flexion<br>Gastrocnemius, soleus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ankle-foot Dorsiflexion<br>Tibialis anterior, extensor digitorum longus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ankle-foot Inversion<br>Tibialis anterior, tibialis posterior<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ankle-foot Eversion<br>Peroneus longus, peroneus brevis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Head Movements<br>Sternocleidomastoid, scalenes, splenius<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scapula Stabilization and Movement<br>Trapezius, rhomboids, levator scapulae, serratus anterior<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pelvic Lumbar Stabilization<br>Transversus abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ten Principles of Pilates<br>Awareness, breath, balance, concentration, center, control, efficiency, flow, harmony, precision<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benefits of Lateral or Intercostal Breathing<br>Oxygenate the body, improve circulation, calming effect, encourage concentration, recruit the abs, provide rhythm for movements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Axial skeleton<br>Skull, spinal column, sterum, ribs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spinal Column<br>7 cervical vertebrae, 12 thoracic vertebrae, 5 lumbar vertebrae, sacrum, coccyx<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upper Extremity of Appendicular Skeleton<br>Clavicle, scapula, humerus, ulna, radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lower Extremity of Appendicular Skeleton<br>Os coxae (hip), femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key postural body landmarks<br>ASIS, PS, ischial tuberosity (sit bone), greater trochanter of femur, lateral malleolus of fibula<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Types of synovial joints<br>Ball and socket, hinge, pivot, gliding, condyloid, saddle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pivot joint<br>Uniaxial rotation of one bone around its own long axis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of pivot joint<br>Radius rotates within ring-like ligament secured to the ulna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gliding joint<br>Allows sliding or gliding movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of gliding joint<br>Intercarpal\/intertarsal joints, intervertebral joints<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Saddle joint<br>Each articular surface has a concave and convex surface, more movement than a condyloid joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of saddle joint<br>Carpometacarpal of the thumb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Condyloid joint<br>Oval surface of one bone fits into complementary depression of another bone, permits all angular motions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of condyloid joint<br>Wrist, knuckle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hinge Join<br>Permits flexion and extension only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of hinge joint<br>Elbow, knee, ankle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ball and Socket joint<br>Most freely moving, at the root of limbs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of ball and socket joint<br>Shoulder, hip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intervertebral joint<br>Gliding joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acromioclavicular joint<br>Gliding joint but functions as a pivot joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sternoclavicular joint<br>Gliding joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoulder joint<br>Ball and socket joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elbow joint<br>Hinge joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrist joint<br>Condyloid joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sacroiliac joint<br>Between the ilium and sacrum<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip joint<br>Ball and socket joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knee joint<br>Hinge joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ankle joint<br>Hinge joint<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subtalar joint<br>Hinge joint, responsible for inversion and eversion of foot<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Types of Muscle<br>smooth, cardiac, and skeletal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smooth muscle<br>form the walls of the hollow viscera, such as the stomach and bladder, of various systems of tubes like those found in the circulatory system, the respiratory system, and the reproductive orgrans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The contraction of smooth muscle and cardiac muscle<br>is involuntary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardiac muscle<br>is found in the heart and is structurally and functionally similar to both skeletal and smooth muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Functional syncytium<br>applies to cardiac muscle which can function as a single unit for contraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Skeletal muscle<br>is composed of thread-like fibers displaying alternating dark and light bands (striations).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Striations<br>are skeletal muscle fibers which are innervated by cranial or spinal nerves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The contraction of skeletal muscle<br>is voluntary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Functions of skeletal muscle are<br>body movement and to maintain posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle makes up<br>40-45% of the adult body weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The voluntary muscular system includes<br>434 muscles, but only about 75 pairs are involved in general posture and movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perimysium<br>connective tissue which binds units of 100-150 muscle cells or fibers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasciculus<br>a bundle made of 100-150 muscle cells or fibers and connective tissue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several fasciculi<br>can be found together by a shealth of perimysium to form a larger unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Epimysium<br>a covering over several fasciculi bound by a shealth of perimysium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belly of the muscle<br>is the central part of a muscle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tendon<br>where the muslce attaches to the bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat aponeurosis<br>tendon where muscle attaches to the bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two types of skeletal muscle<br>slow twitch and fast twitch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slow twitch<br>Type I, red<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ST<br>tonic muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fast twitch<br>Type II, white<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FT<br>phasic muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ST fibers<br>are more efficient in maintaining isometric activity and sustained contractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FT fibers<br>can produce more force but fatigue more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stabilizers<br>tend to be tonic muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Movers<br>tend to be phasic muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscles<br>can be inter-changeable in function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postural (tonic) muscles<br>tend toward overuse and eventual shortening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phasic muscles<br>tend towards discuse and weakness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agonist<br>principle muscle in a movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Antagonist<br>opposite muscle in action to the agonist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Synergist<br>a muscle that acts to neutralize an undesired action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stabilizer or fixator<br>a muscle that anchors or supports a bone or body part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Co-contraction<br>contraction of the agonist and antagonist at the same time to produce a stable joint or balanced movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Motor unit<br>a motor neuron and the muscle fibers it innervates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All or nothing principle<br>a motor unit will either contract fully or not at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Motor units with large numbers of fibers<br>are designed for gross force production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Motor units containing a small number of fibers<br>are dsigned for fine control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isometric contraction<br>contraction of a muscle in a static position, no change in the length of the muscle or the angle of the joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isometric contractions<br>are typically used by stabilizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isotonic contraction<br>contraction of a muscle through the full range of motion (ROM) or part of the ROM, a dynamic contraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isotonic contractions<br>are typically used by movers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two types of isotonic contractions<br>concentric and eccentric<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concentric contraction<br>positive movement or shortening contraction. The muscle shortens during the contraction and the angle of the joint decreases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eccentric contraction<br>negative movement or lengthening contraction. The muscle lengthens during the contraction and the angle of the joint increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isokinetic contraction<br>contraction of muscle through all or part of the ROM with the resistance automatically adjusting to the degree of force exerted against it. Requires a machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mat Block System<br>Foundation, Abdominal Work, Spinal Articulation, Bridging, Lateral Flexion\/Rotation, Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fundamental BASI Warm Up<br>pelvic curl, spine twist supine, chest lift, chest lift with rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intermediate BASI Warm Up<br>roll up, spince twist supine, double leg stretch, single leg stretch, criss cross<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Posture can be described<br>in terms of alignment of the joints and body landmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Posture can be understood<br>in terms of muscle balance and function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plumb Line<br>Used to analyze posture relative to &#8220;ideal posture&#8221; from the side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Posture can be evaluated from<br>the side, and front and back views<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symmetry of the body<br>is observed from a front and back view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good alignment (posture)<br>translates into less stress on the spine and more economical muscluar activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deviations of posture<br>will lead to malfunctioning of the inner organs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Points that should fall on the plumb line<br>lobe of ear, cervical vertebra, shoulder joint, midway through trunk, greater trochanter of femur, slightly anterior to the midline of the knee, slightly anterior to the lateral malleolus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When viewing a client from the side<br>deviations should be noted in the sagittal plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When viewing a client from the front or back<br>deviations should be noted in the coronal or frontal plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Points that should be analyzed from the front or back<br>head, shoulders, space between the arms and the trunk, pelvis, knees, feet<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postural deviations<br>may be structural or functional (learned)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Functional postural deviations<br>create muscle imbalances<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lumbar hyperlordosis<br>involves an increased lumbar curve of the spine that is commonly accompanied by an anterior tilt of the pelvis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lumbar hyperlordosis commonly associated with<br>weak abdominals, tigh hip flexors, and tight lower back extensors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kyphosis<br>involves an increased throracic curve of the spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Back<br>involves a decrease in the normal degree of curvature in the lumbar spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sway Back (Fatigue)<br>characterized by pushing the pelvis forward relative to the plumb line and the thoracic spine, takes little energy to maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Handedness<br>asymmetrical development of muscles, common in occupations or athletic endeavors that require repetive use of the dominant hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scoliosis<br>involves one or more lateral curvature of the spine, primarily in the coronal plane; usually involves roration of the involved vertebrae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genu Recurvatum<br>hyperexteneded knees<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genu Valgum<br>knock knees; caused by lateral deviation of the distal tibia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genu Varum<br>bow legs; cuasedby medial deviation of the distal tibia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two muscles that have the most profound effect on stabilization and the prevention of back pain<br>transverse abdominus and multifidus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Roll down<br>tool to assess posture and alignment; observe from the back, side and front view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joseph Pilates was born in<br>Dusseldorf, Germany in 1883<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joseph and Clara Pilates set up the first pilates studio in<br>New York in 1926<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ASIS<br>anterior superior iliac spine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PS<br>pubic symphysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neutral pelvis<br>the ASIS on each side of the pelvis and the PS are in the seam coronal plane and the two ASIS are in the same transverse plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Posterial pelvic tilt<br>tuck, ASIS is behind the PS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anterior pelvic tilt<br>arch, ASIS is front of the PS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscles that act on the pelvic complex<br>spinal flexors, pelvic floor, spinal extensors, spinal lateral flexors and rotators, hip flexors, hip extensors, hip adductors, hip abductors, hip external rotators, hip internal rotators<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inhalation<br>diaphragm lowers or flattens during contraction and the thoracic cavity enlarges; pressure inside the lungs lowers and air is drawn inside<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhalation<br>diaphragm relaxes and the volume of thoracic cavity is decreases; pressure inside the lungs is higher and air is forced out of the lungs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intercostal breathing<br>emphasizes the lateral expansion of the rib cage; helps maintain abdominal contraction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus<br>is the muscle or group of muscles that is the primary focus of an exercise<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective<br>describes that action of the muscle during an exercise<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cue<br>relates to the actual execution of an exercise; relate to precision and communicating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stabilizers<br>muscles that stabilize the movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Movers<br>muscles that produce movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Initiator<br>the initial cue or focus of the movment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SIM<br>stablize, initiate, move<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anatomical position<br>arms at side, thumb and fingers extended, palms facing forward<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sagittal plane<br>divides the body into left and right; movement occurs around the cororal axis (flexion and extension)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coronal plane<br>divides the body into front and back; movement occurs around the sagittal axis (abduction and adduction)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anterior<br>front<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Posterior<br>back<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transverse plane<br>divides the body into upper and lower; movment occurs around the longitudinal axis (rotation)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexion<br>movement in an anterior direction for the upper extremities and hip; movement in an posterior direction for the lower extremities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extension<br>opposition of flexion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hyperextension<br>excessive movement in the direction of extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abduction<br>movement away from the midline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adduction<br>movement toward the midline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lateral flexion<br>movement of the head, neck and trunk in the coronal plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Circumduction<br>combination of flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multidirectional &#8211; gliding<br>flat or curved surfaces articulating on one another<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rotation<br>occurs in the transverse plane around the longitudinal axis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tilt<br>can be anterior, posteror, or lateral<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fibrous joint<br>immovable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cartilaginous joint<br>slightly movable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Synovial joint<br>freely movable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Center of gravity<br>lies slightly anterior to the first or second sacral segment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagery<br>tool used by instructors to create images that the client can relate to<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imprinting<br>using the image of the imprint of the body or body parts into the ground or mat (spinal articulation)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hamstring Pull 1<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hamstring Pull 1<br>hamstring stretch, pelvic lumbar stabilization, abdominal strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Roll Over<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Roll Over<br>spinal articulation, lower back stretch, hamstring stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Open Leg Rocker<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Open Leg Rocker<br>trunk stabilization, back extensor strength, spinal articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Shoulder Bridge Prep<br>abdominals, hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Shoulder Bridge Prep<br>hamstring strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization, hip disassociation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Side Kick<br>abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Side Kick<br>trunk stabilization, hip flexor control and stretch, hip extensor control and stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Double Leg Kick<br>back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Double Leg Kick<br>hamstring control, scapular stabilization, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Swimming<br>back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Swimming<br>trunk stabilization, shoulder flexor control, hip extensor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Rocking Prep<br>back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Rocking Prep<br>hip flexor stretch, hip extensor control, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Leg Pull Front<br>hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Leg Pull Front<br>hip extensor control, upper body strength, scapular stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle foucs of Leg Pull Back<br>hip extensors, shoulder extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Leg Pull Back<br>trunk stabilization, hip extensor strength, shoulder extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Teaser Prep<br>abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Tesaser Prep<br>abdominal strength, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hamstring Pull 2<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hamstring Pull 2<br>trunk stabilization, abdominal strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hamstring Pull 3<br>abdominals with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hamstring Pull 3<br>abdominal strength with oblique emphasis, pelvice stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Shoulder Bridge<br>abdominals, hamstrings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Shoulder Bridge<br>pelvic lumbar stabilization, hamstring and back stretch, hip flexor control and stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Control Balance<br>hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Control Balance<br>hip flexor stretch, trunk stabilization, hip extensor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Jack Knife<br>abdominals, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Jack Knife<br>spinal articulation, abdominal control, hip extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hip Circles Prep<br>abdominals with oblique emphasis, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hip Circles Prep<br>Abdominal strength with oblique emphasis, hip flexor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Side Kick Kneeling<br>hip abductors, shoulder stabilizers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Side Kick Kneeling<br>trunk stabilization, hip flexor control and stretch, hip extensor control and stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Side Bend<br>Abdominal obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Side Bend<br>Abdominal oblique strength, abdominal oblique stretch, shoulder strength and stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Swan Dive Prep<br>back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Swan Dive Prep<br>abdominal control, hip extensor control, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Teaser 1<br>abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Teaser 1<br>abdominal strength, back extensor strength, hip flexor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Neck Pull<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Neck Pull<br>hamstring stretch, abdominal strength, back extensor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Scissors<br>hip flexors, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Scissors<br>hip extensor control and stretch, hip flexor control and stretch, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Bicycle<br>hip flexors, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Bicycle<br>pelvic lumbar stabilization, hip flexor control and stretch, hip extensor control and stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Corkscrew Advanced<br>Abdominals with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Corkscrew Advanced<br>spinal articulation, hip flexor control, abdominal strength with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Rocking<br>back extensors, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Rocking<br>hip extensor control, back extensor strength, chest and shoulder stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Teaser 2<br>abdominals, back extensors, hip flexors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Teaser 2<br>hip flexor strength, abdominal strength, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Teaser 3<br>abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Teaser 3<br>abdominal strength, back extensor strength, hip flexor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Hip Circles<br>abdominals with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hip Circles<br>hip flexor control, abdominal strength with oblique emphasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Twist<br>abdominal obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Twist<br>abdominal oblique strength, abdominal oblique stretch, shoulder strength and stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Push Up<br>triceps<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Push Up<br>trunk stabilization, elbow extensor strength, shoulder horizontal adductor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Swan Dive<br>back extensors, hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Swan Dive<br>trunk stabilization, hip extensor strength, back extensor strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Boomerang<br>abdominals, back extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Boomerang<br>abdominal strength, back extensor strength, hip flexor control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle focus of Crab<br>abdominals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Crab<br>lower back stretch, trunk stabilization, cervical spine stretch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Back Extension<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Back Support<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BASI Block System<br>Foundation, Abdominal Work, Spinal Articulation, Bridging, Lateral Flexion\/Rotation, Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Bicycle<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Boomerang<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Cat Stretch<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Chest Lift<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Chest Lift With Rotation<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Control Balance<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Corkscrew<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Corkscrew Advanced<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Crab<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Criss Cross<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Double Leg Kick<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Double Leg Stretch<br>Abdomoninal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Front Support<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Hamstring Pull 1, 2, 3<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Hip Circles and Hip Circles Prep<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Hundred and Hundred Prep<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Jack Knife<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Leg Circles<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Leg Pull Front<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Leg Pull Back<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Neck Pull<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Open Leg Rocker<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Pelvic Curl<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Push Up<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Rest Position<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Rocking and Rocking Prep<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Roll Over<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Roll Up<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Rolling Like A Ball<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Seal Puppy<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Shoulder Bridge and Shoulder Bridge Prep<br>Bridging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Side Bend<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Side Kick and Side Kick Kneeling<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Side Lifts<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Single Leg Kick<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Single Leg Lefts\/Leg Changes<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Single Leg Stretch<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Spine Stretch<br>Spinal Articulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Spine Twist<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Spine Twist Supine<br>Foundation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Swan Dive and Swan Dive Prep<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Swimming<br>Back Extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Teaser Prep, 1, 2, 3<br>Abdominal Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block for Twist<br>Lateral Flexion\/Rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the body is equipped with good core strength<br>movement is more efficient and the body is better protected against injury<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Percent of adult individuals who will be incapacitated by back pain at some point in their life<br>80%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back pain is often<br>ambiguous<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most beneficial form of care and treatment for back pain<br>exercise<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Role of abdominals in a back care program<br>The abdominals support the back and alleviate pressure from the spine; support the lower spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscles important for core stabilization<br>multifidus, transverse abdominus, obliques, pelvic floor muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multifidus<br>important back extensor muscle with regards to trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transverse abdominus<br>most important abdominal muscle for trunk stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rectus abdominis<br>does little for trunk stabilization, primarily a flexor of the trunk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crucial for the generation of intra-abdominal pressure, an important component in reducing the forces borne by the spine<br>transverse abdominus and obliques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Works in conjunction with the transverse abdominus to stabilize the core<br>pelvic floor muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A pilates program should achieve a balance between<br>abdominal work, spinal flexors, spinal extensors, rotators and lateral flexors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considerations when determining the effectiveness of abdominal and back exercises<br>varying ranges of motion, sufficient intensity, sufficient overload, correct mechanics, correct muscle recruitment, utilizing intra-abdominal pressure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contraindicated<br>not recommended<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those with disc conditions should not preform<br>Roll Down and Saw<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contraindications for those with spine issues<br>pressure on the cervical spine, flexion in an erect position, fexion accompanied by rotation, extension of the torso with excessive load on the lumbar spine, extension accompanied by rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disc Protrusion<br>herniated disc, focal bulge of disc<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disc Extrusion<br>prolapsed disc, center of disc (nucleus pulposus) extrudes out of disc into neural canal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spondylolysis<br>stress fracture in region of neural arch of vertebrae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spondylolisthesis<br>slipping forward of one vertebrae on the vertebrae below, usually secondary to spondylolysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spinal stenosis<br>narrowing of the spinal cavity<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arthritis<br>Inflammation of a join<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Osteoporosis<br>reduction in bone density and strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Factors to consider int he process of knowing one&#8217;s client<br>restrictions, injuries, treatment, medical conditions, pregnancy, level of fitness, approach to well-being<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to achieve flow in a pilates class<br>clear and concise sequencing, logical progression with smooth transitions, dividing attention equally, a personable and sensitive approach, clear communication between instructor and clients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modification<br>changing the choreography of an exercise to meet certain goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assist<br>utilizing external means (apparatus) to achieve specific goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modifications and assists can be used to<br>make exercises easier or more challenging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When modifying an exercise, it is important to understand<br>the mechanics of the exercise, its aim, possible contraindications, and the client&#8217;s ability, restrictions and body type<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Types of assists<br>springs, bands, cushions, balls, roller, circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recovery time before the same muscle group is challenged<br>2-3 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercises that should be placed early in the routine<br>large muscle group exercises and lower-risk abdominal exercises<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercises that should be included after adequate warm-up<br>higher-risk exercises, spinal hyperextension, extreme spinal fexion, spinal rotation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercises should be balanced according to<br>primary joints and their movements (hip flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Different functions of muscle groups<br>stabilization and mobilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Type of muscle contraction<br>isometric, concentric, eccentric<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranges of motion<br>flexion, rotation, lateral flexion, extension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Side Leg Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>Gluteus medius<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Side Leg Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>hip abductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Side Leg Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Forward and Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>Gluteus medius<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Forward and Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>hip abductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Forward and Lift &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Forward with Drops &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>gluteus medius<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Forward with Drops &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>hip abductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Forward with Drops &#8211; Gluteals Side Lying Series<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Adductor Squeeze<br>hip adductors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Adductor Squeeze<br>hip adductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Adductor Squeeze<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus Hip Extension Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>Hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Focus Hip Extension Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective Focus Hip Extension Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>hip extensor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Hip Abduction Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>hip abductors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hip Abduction Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>hip abductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Hip Abduction Bent Knee &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Hip Extension Straight Leg &#8211; &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>Hip extensors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Hip Extension Straight Leg &#8211; &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>hip extensor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Hip Extension Straight Leg &#8211; &#8211; Gluteals Kneeling Series<br>Leg work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Adductor Lift<br>Hip Adductors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Adductor Lift<br>hip adductor strength, pelvic lumbar stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Adductor Lift<br>Leg Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Arms Bent &#8211; Standing Series<br>Pectorals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Arms Bent &#8211; Standing Series<br>shoulder horizontal adductor strength, scapular stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Arms Bent &#8211; Standing Series<br>Arm Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Arms Straight &#8211; Standing Series<br>Pectorals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Arms Straight &#8211; Standing Series<br>shoulder horizontal adductor strength, scapular stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Arms Straight &#8211; Standing Series<br>Arm Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle Focus of Arms Overhead &#8211; Standing Series<br>Deltoids<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective of Arms Overhead &#8211; Standing Series<br>shoulder flexor strength, shoulder stabilization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Block of Arms Overhead &#8211; Standing 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