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August 2016 Strength and Conditioning Journal (38.4) Quiz
Progressions of Isometric Core Training
1. Which of the following does McGill suggest is the function of the core musculature most
often during movement?
A. produce motion
B. prevent motion
C. increase power
2. Which of the following best describes an energy leak?
A. loss of neutral alignment of the spine
B. transfer of power through a stiffened core
C. increase in limb movement efficiency
3. Which of the following is a key determinant in the amount of compressive load the
spine can tolerate?
A. flexibility
B. strength
C. posture
4. An effective way to help prevent low back pain is to maintain which type of curve in the
lumbar spine
A. scoliotic.
B. lordotic.
C. kyphotic.
5. Posterior shear force on the intervertebral discs is created when the spine undergoes
which of the following?
A. flexion
B. extension
C. axial rotation
6. Which of the following recommendations for an exercise plan is most appropriate?
A. high risk; low demand
B. low risk; high demand
C. low risk; low demand
7. What is the recommended maximum duration of an isometric hold?
A. 30 sec
B. 60 sec
C. 90 sec
8. Which of the following best describes a flexion moment?
A. kinematic term; spinal flexion
B. kinetic term; creating a torque
C. kinematic term; creating a moment
9. Which of the following exercises takes place in the frontal plane?
A. bird dog
B. wheel rollout
C. suitcase carry
10. Which of the following is a progression for the push-up shoulder touch exercise?
A. widening the position of the feet
B. reaching the hand higher on the opposite arm
C. bringing the hands closer together