ACE Group Fitness Exam – Flashcards
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What is the definition of a scope of practice?
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The legal range of services that professionals in a given field can provide, the settings in which they can be provided, and the guidelines or parameters that must be followed.
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What member of the Allied Healthcare Continuum can evaluate patients to diagnose ailments and implement treatment plans?
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Physicians/Doctors
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Name some reasons why there is expected growth in Group Fitness jobs between 2008 and 2018.
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Concerns about childhood obesity. Growing number of schools eliminating P.E. from curriculum Baby Boomers wanting to stay healthy, physically fit, and independent A growing elderly population that seeks relief from arthritis and osteoporosis through individualized exercises, pilates, and yoga To replace the number of GF instructors that leave the industry every year Growing number of club memberships among young adults concerned about physicial fitness
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What member of the Allied Healthcare Continuum can teach clients proper nutrition through recipes, meal plans, food preparation methods, and implementation of special diets?
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Registered Dieticians
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What member of the Allied Healthcare Continuum can lead patients through therapeutic exercise and teach them to perform additional exercises to facilitate rehabilitation?
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Physical therapists/Occupational therapists
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What member of the Allied Healthcare Continuum can teach athletes exercises to prevent injury and take them through therapeutic exercises following injury.
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Athletic Trainer
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ACE-certified Group Fitness Instructor Scope of Practice
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Develop and implement exercise programs that are safe, effective, and appropriate Conducting pre-exercise health screenings and stratifying risk for CVD Administering appropriate fitness assessments based on health screening, current fitness, lifestyle factors, and goals Teach correct exercise methods and progressions through demonstration, explanation, and proper cueing and leadership techniques Instructing class participants how to monitor HR Empowering people to begin and adhere to their exercise programs using guidance, support, motivation, lapse-prevention strategies, and effective feedback Assessing the class environment by evaluating/monitoring the room and eq before and during each class Educating participants about fitness and health-related topics to help them adopt healthful behaviors for long-term success Protecting client confidentiality according to HIPAA Always acting with professionalism, respect, and integrity Recognizing scope of practice and always referring participants to other healthcare professionals when appropriate Being prepared for emergency situations and responding properly when they occur
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Guidelines under the ACE Code of Ethics
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Equal and fair treatment to all clients To provide safe and effective instruction Must maintain current CPR/AED and first-aid knowledge Uphold and enhance public appreciation and trust for the health and fitness industry Stay current on health and fitness research and understand its practical application To refer participants to other health care professionals when appropriate Comply with all business, employment, and intellectual property laws Maintain the confidentiality of client information Establish and maintain clean professional boundaries
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What are the skill-related fitness components?
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Agility, coordination, balance, power, reaction time, speed
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What are the health-related fitness measures?
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Body composition, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and balance, neuromuscular strength, and flexibility
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Potential Physiological Benefits of Warm-Ups:
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Increased metabolic rate Gradual increase of blood flow to working muscles Increased force and speed of muscle contraction Decreased muscle relaxation time following contraction Increased elasticity in muscles, joints, and tendons Gradual energy production, preventing lactic acid build-up Decreased risk of abnormal heart rhythm
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Group Fitness Trifecta
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Education Teamwork Class Value
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Three factors that determine Class Value
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Class count Cost per head Penetration
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What are the three broad groups of fitness?
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Cardio - meant to increase cardiorespiratory strength Strength training - increasing muscle strength by using a variety of muscle groups Mind/Body - works core strength, balance, flexibility, overall strength, and breathing along with techniques for increasing focus and relaxation
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5 types of musculoskeletal injuries
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Strain Sprain Cartilage Damage Bone Fractures Overuse Conditions
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Considerations for those exercising with sprains
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Choose exercises that do not involve the injured joint Gradually reintroduce activity involving joint Avoid movement in end ranges of motion Monitor for recurring symptoms of increase in severity of symptoms
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Factors associated with injury
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Flooring Exercise Surface Footwear Equipment Movement Execution Class Intensity and Frequency of Participation Pre-Class Evaluation
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What is a sprain and what are the symptoms of a sprain?
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A sprain is an acute injury to the ligament caused by sudden trauma to the join. Symptoms are pain, loss of mobility, localized swelling, loss of use, joint instability, and discoloration
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Three Phases of Tissue Healing
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Inflammatory Phase - takes place for up to six days after injury occurs Fibroblastic/Proliferation Phase - takes place from about Day 3 to Day 21 Maturation/Remodeling Phase - takes place from about Day 21 to 2 years
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Under the Stability portion of the 3 "S"'s, instructors should consider
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Keep high impact moves to a minimum Minimize join stress - limit one legged hops to fewer than 8 Lower heels to floor during most movements Stay within industry guidelines for music tempo Keep cycling below 110 rev/min Pay attention to position of spine in any movement Promote muscular balance in cardio strength, flexibility, and fusion classes Use anticipatory cues prior to movements
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In the Cardiorespiratory Segment of a group exercise class, the GFI should:
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Increase intensity gradually Give options for impact and intensity Monitor intensity using heart rate and/or PRE Use music to create a motivational atmosphere Target a variety of muscle groups Promote independence/self-responsibility Include a post-cardio cooldown/stretch Build sequences logically and progressively
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Areas of Responsibility (reducing liability)
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Health Screening Fitness Testing and Exercise Programming Instruction Supervision Facilities Equipment Risk Management
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To legally substantiate a charge of negligence, four elements must be shown to exist:
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The defendant had a duty to protect the plaintiff The defendant failed to exercise the standard of care necessary to perform that duty That such failure was the proximate cause of an injury The injury caused damage to occur to the plaintiff
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To legally substantiate a charge of negligence, the following four elements must be shown to exist:
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That the defendant had a duty to protect the plaintiff That the defendant failed to exercise the standard of care necessary to perform that duty That the failure to perform that duty was the proximate cause of injury to the plaintiff That the injury caused damage to the plaintiff
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Cardiorespiratory Training, Moderate Intensity: frequency, duration, and exercises
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Less than or equal to 5 days a week Less than 30 minutes a day Aerobic activities or weightbearing exercises
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Resistance Training, frequency, duration, intensity, and exercises
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2-3 days a week 60%-80% of 1 RM 2-4 sets of 8-25 repetitions 8-10 exercises that include all major muscle groups Muscular strength and endurance, calisthenics, and neuromuscular exercise
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Combination of Moderate and Vigorous Intensity Cardiorespiratory Training
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3-5 days a week 20-30 minutes a day Aerobic activities or weightbearing exercise
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Vigorous Cardiorespiratory Training
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Less than or equal to 3 days a week 20-25 minutes a day Aerobic activities or weightbearing exercise
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40%-60% VO2R/HRR
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Moderate intensity cardiorespiratory training
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General Exercise Recommendations for Healthy Adults: Flexibility
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Less than or equal to 2-3 days a week Less than 4 repetitions per muscle group Static stretches of 15-60 seconds per hold PNF: Hold 6 seconds, 10-30 second assisted stretch Stretch to limits of discomfort within a safe ROM All major muscle-tendon groups
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What is the Chain of Survivial?
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Recognize signs of cardiac arrest and activate EMS Perform CPR, emphasizing chest compressions Rapid defibrillation Integrated post-cardiac arrest care
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Under the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model, what are the phases of Functional Movement and Resistance Training?
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Stability and Mobility Training Movement Training Load Training Performance Training
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Under the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model, what are the phases of Cardiorespiratory Training?
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Aerobic Base Training Aerobic Efficiency Training Anaerobic Endurance Training Anaerobic Power Training
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What are the three determinants (categories) for physical activity:
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Environmental Factors Personal Attributes Physical-Activity Factors
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What is considered the most important variable for program adherence?
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Activity History
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Time and Access to Facilities is part of what determinant for physical activity?
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Environmental Factors
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This type of motivation relies on external factors that are suggested by someone/something else. What feelings do they tend to experience in regards to their participation?
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Introjection Guilt, tension, pressure, being controlled
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Self-efficacy
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The belief in ones capabilities to successfully engage in an exercise program
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Adults should engage in at least ___ minutes of moderate intensity aerobic physical activity per week.
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150
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During this stage of the TTM, the person is still sedentary but is considering becoming physically active. Bonus: What does TTM stand for?
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Contemplation Stage Transtheoretical model of behavioral change
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During the Action stage of the TTM, what is the participant going through?
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They are engaging in regular physical activity and have been doing do for less than 6 months. They need reinforcement and feedback, as they may still be ambivalent towards sticking with the program and are likely to drop out.
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A potential participant has a systolic bp of 130, LDL of 135, and is 35 years old. Are they at risk for CVD?
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No, they only show one risk factor (LDL choloesterol of 130 or higher).
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What is claudication?
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Pain sensations or cramping in the lower extremities associated with inadequate blood supply
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Risk Stratification for CVD: How many risk factors are there each for low, moderate, and high risk?
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Low: One or less Moderate: 2 or more High risk: Symptomatic (3+) or known cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, or metabolic disease
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Name the steps of pre-class preparation:
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Assess the Room Prepare Equipment Appropriate Attire and Equipment Know the Participants Orient New Participants and Preview Class Format Acknowledge Class Participants
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What does RPE stand for?
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Ratings of perceived exertion
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In what type of class would the use of HR monitors be best?
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Group cycling or running
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How to figure out Maximum Heart Rate (MHR):
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208 - (Age X .70)
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Figure out the MHR of a 37 year old.
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182 bpm
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What is the target heart rate for a 20 year-old?
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107-175
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What would be the target heart rate (55%-90%) of a 25 year old?
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Find the MHR first (208-(25X.70)) then multiple my .55 and .90. 104-171
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What is the standard deviation for MHR?
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Plus or minus 12 bears per minute (bpm)
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Overweight or deconditioned people reach their ___ more quickly and with less effort.
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THR
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RPE scale goes from _ to __.
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6 to 20
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The Dyspnea Scale
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+1 - Mild, noticeable only to exerciser +2 - Mild, some difficulty noticed by observer +3 - Moderate difficulty, participant can still exercise +4 - Severe difficulty, participate must stop exericising
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What does the First Ventilatory Threshold (VT1) represent?
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A level of intensity where lactic acid begins to accumulate in the blood. It is the crossover point, where talking should not appear challenging or uncomfortable to the individual.
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What does the Second Ventilatory Threshold (VT2) correspond with?
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The lactate, or anaerobic threshold, and it is the point at which lactic acid accumulates at rates faster than the body can buffer and remove it.
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What do look for in lateral view posture:
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Suspended head Ears over shoulders Shoulders over hips Hips over knees Knees over ankles Three natural curves of the spine Knees should be unlocked
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What to look for in posture in Anterior and Posterior views
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Feet shoulder width-apart (watch pronation or supination) No shifting or leaning to one side (hips, shoulders)
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What to look for in posture for the Anterior View
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Arms should hang with equal space between torso Thumbs and index finger only should be visible Knees pointing forward
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Skinfold Caliper measurements - percentage chart for obesity:
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Women - Athletes - 14-20% Men - Athletes - 6-13% Women - Fitness - 21-24% Men - Fitness 14-17% Women - Average - 25-31% Men - Average 18-24%
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BMI reference chart
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Normal Weight 18.5-24.9 Overweight 25-29.9 Grade I Obesity - 30-34.9
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What is an example of a cardiorespiratory endurance test once can administer in a group fitness atmosphere?
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YMCA submaximal step test
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Give examples of student-centered instruction:
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Fostering Independence Encouragement Attainable goals Realism
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Leadership Styles that can be applied to group exercise:
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Visionary: Inspires by sharing a heart-felt, shared goal Coaching: Taking people aside to learn their aspiration and gives feedback in the those terms and helps move towards those goals Democratic: Knowing when to listen and ask for input and draws on what others know to make better decisions Affiliative - the realization that having fun together is not a waste of time, but builds emotional capital and harmony
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How can you recommend a participant use mirrors in the exercise space?
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Tell them to use the mirrors to keep an eye on their form, alignment, and posture.
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General principles involved in each major segment of group exercise
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Pre-Class Preparation Warm-up Cardiorespiratory Muscle Strength and Endurance Flexibility/Cool-down
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A few common principles guiding the warm-up for any group exercise class
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Use dynamic movements Movements should focus on rehearsal moves All major muscle groups are addressed through dynamic range of motion (ROM) movements. If stretching, hold briefly (5-10 seconds) Verbal directions are clear and concise and music volume, tempo, and atmosphere are appropriate
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What are movements that are identical to but less intense than the movements that will be done during the work-out phase?
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Rehearsal Moves
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What is Fartlek training?
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It's a form of interval training where the exerciser to change the intensity based on how he or she is feeling.
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What is Interval Training?
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It's a form of cardiorespiratory training where the exerciser alternates working at high and low intensities.
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In the muscular strength and endurance segment, it is suggested that a GFI should:
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Promote muscular balance, functional fitness, and proper progressions Maintain and observe participants' form and offer modifications for those with injuries or disabilities Give visual, verbal, and physical corrections on participant's body mechanics and posture/alignment Use eq safely and effectively Create a motivational and instructional atmosphere
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What are some muscles that often need strengthening?
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Anterior Tibialis Hamstrings Rhomboids/Mid Traps Pec Minor/Lower Traps Shoulder external rotators Triceps Lattisimus Dorsi Gluteals Posterior Deltoid
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What is proprioception?
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Proprioception is your bodies awareness of change in its external environment.
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What are the sensory receptors in the muscle?
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The Golgi Tendon Organ (GTO) and the Muscle Spindles.
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Posture/Gait muscles that often need strengthening
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Abdominals Adductors Abductors Erector Spinae
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Muscles that often need stretching
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Gastrocnemius Quadriceps/iliopsoas Upper traps Hamstrings Pec Major Sternocleidmastoid Anterior/medial deltoids
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Muscle Group that often needs strengthening AND stretching:
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Hamstrings
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What can the use of 1-3 pound hand weights do to heart rate and O2 consumption?
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The use of 1-3 pound hand weights can increase heart rate by 5-10 bpm and O2 consumption by 5-15%.
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Should you use weights above 3 pounds?
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No, because they can put undue stress on the arm and shoulder muscles and wrist and shoulder joints.
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If using weighted vests during exercise, experts recommend:
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That your vest does not exceed 5-10% of your body weight to ensure safety and comfort.
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What is the myotatic stretch reflex?
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It is a muscle contraction in response to stretching a muscle. For instance, if a person overstretches, the muscle shortens to protect itself.
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How can you help participants enhance their stretching experience?
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Remind them of proper posture throughout stretching to promote overall body stability and balance.
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Besides stretching, what can be included in the flexibility segment of class?
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Relaxation and Visualization
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What is the cognitive domain?
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The brain's ability to gather and retain information and knowledge
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What is the affective domain?
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This describes the emotional behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes of the participant. These all shape a person's feelings about exercise, and can be positively affected by the GFI.
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What is the motor domain?
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This refers to those activities requiring movement (learning new motor and breathing skills, which form the basic foundation of exercise classes). Most instructors focus on this domain, but a well-rounded instructor pays close attention to all three domains for a more complete approach.
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What are the three stages of learning?
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Cognitive Associative Autonomous
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Three techniques GFIs can use to effectively teach a multi-level class:
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Motivation - Make the participants feel successful Progression Teaching - Transitioning from simple to compound movements Cueing and Correction - giving feedback.
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Three steps in giving proper feedback:
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First, point out something positive the person is doing. Second, mention the needed correction, known as the performance standard of the movement or exercise. Third, offer positive reinforcement on the immediate correction.
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When establishing class goals, effective group leaders work ________.
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Backwards.
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The difference between truly amazing classes and mediocre ones usually returns to the topic of:
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Planning
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Another word for the "cool-down" portion of class:
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Transition
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First and foremost, group fitness classes should be arranged to ensure the ______ of __________.
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Safety, participants
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What is "mirroring"?
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When an instructor faces the class and teaches by mirroring the movements of the class. I.E., to get the class to lift their left arm, instructor would lift their right arm.
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The momentary absence of the teacher in front of the room promotes:
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kinesthetic awareness
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What is considered good Pre-Class Leadership?
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Arriving to class early in order to access the safety and availability of equipment, checking the music as well as the bass, treble, volume, mic, and connections, and connecting with the participants as they arrive to class, establishing a rapport with them.
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What are the four questions to ask when you do an exercise evaluation?
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What is the functional objective? Which joint actions (and other movements) achieve that objective safely? Does the exercise start from a point of stability and add mobility within a safe ROM? Who are my participants?
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Name the five Teaching Techniques:
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Command Practice Self-Check Reciprocal Inclusion
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Name the five Teaching Strategies:
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Part-to-Whole (isolation before integration) Spatial Simple-to-Complex Slow to Fast (Half-Time) Repetition Reduction
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A _______ organizes beats into musical _______
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meter, patterns
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A _______ is a group of beats formed by the _______ ________ of a heavy ______ on the downbeat of each group.
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measure, regular occurrence, accent
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In yoga, flexibility, mind-body, and boot-camp classes, music is more of a _________.
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Motivator
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Choose music with a consistent beat in _____-_____ cardiorespiratory training.
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Steady state
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Tempo range for low-to-mid impact aerobics, some dance classes, aquatic and conditioning classes
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122-129
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Tempo range for beginner step classes and low end low-impact classes
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100-122
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"Cross phrases" or "split phrases" are:
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When linked movements take more or less than eight counts.
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Common Group Fitness Safety Recommendations:
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Keep all one-legged hopping movements to fewer than 8 Keep high-impact moves to a minimum Lower heels to the floor during most movements Keep cycling RPM under 110 Keep music tempo and volume within industry standards Promote muscular balance in cardio strength, flexibility, and fusion classes Use anticipatory cues prior to movements Pay close attention to the position of the spine in any movement
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Freestyle Choreography
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When an instructor teaches a movement or skill and then changes to a new movement or skill.
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What is the strictest form of choreography?
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Scripted
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What is the Linear Progression of Cardiorespiratory Choreography?
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Base Movement (8 counts of music) Add arms Add direction ------------------------ Change the Legs (16 counts of music) Change the Arms
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Cueing - what does the acronym STEMS stand for?
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Safety - breathing, anatomical, alignment Timing - Numerical, counting, rhythm, tempo Education - Functional purpose, relevance, progressions and regressions Motivation - Positive reinforcement, encouragement, energetic, humor Structure - Cues relating to movements, such as directional and spatial cues, also involving equipment
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What are the three methods of learning?
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Visual, Verbal, Kinesthetic
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To teach effectively to verbal learners, what can you consider?
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Use specific, succinct cues Count down so participants can predict their intensity Take care of your voice - use your diaphragm to project, avoid excessive coughing, and drink plenty of water. Keep music volume low and avoid cueing at inopportune times
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To teach effectively to visual learners, what can you consider?
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Palpate the specific muscle groups you are using Point to the direction you are speaking about Hold up numbers with fingers and incorporate Aerobic Q-signs
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To teach effectively to kinesthetic learners, what can you consider?
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Refer to exercises as to how they should "feel" to the participant Use tactile corrections if you have permission
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Use the following tips when making corrections in order to create a positive experience for participants:
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Cue to the solution, not the problem Cue to the solution in a general sense, then specifically to the person, then use a kinesthetic correction if possible Offer "Level 1" and "Level 3" movements while teaching to the "Level 2" movements rather than use words like "progression", "regression", and beginner, intermediate, advanced. Offer specific and immediate feedback
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What is adherence?
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Voluntary and active involvement in an exercise program
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What is motivation?
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The psychological drive that gives behavior direction and purpose.
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Transtheoretical Model of Behavioral Change
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Pre-Contemplation Contemplation Preparation Action Maintenance
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Most of the time, GFIs will work with people who are in the _________ stage of the TTM.
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Preparation
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Wolf's Law
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Bones will respond to the stimulus places upon them
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What you should do when a participant is in the contemplation phase of the TTM
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Provide opportunities to ask questions and express apprehensions Provide general info about exercise Provide info about different types of activities, fitness facilities, programs, and classes Provide cues for action such as passes to nearby facilities and invitations to open houses, tours, or information sessions
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What you should do when a participant is in the maintenance phase of the TTM
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Identify early stages of staleness to prevent burnout Create reward systems of continued adherence Keep exercise environment enjoyable to fight boredom Provide continued education about barrier identification Maintain social support from family and friends and from within the exercise environment
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What variables are under the Personal Attributes factors influencing exercise participation and adherence?
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Demographic Variables Activity History Biomedical Status Psychological Traits Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs
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People who have internalized motivation for exercise benefits are said to have __________ __________ and often don't actually enjoy the exercise itself.
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integrated regulation
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Positive thinking is an important precursor to __________.
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Motivation
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In the exercise context, self-efficacy is:
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The belief in one's own capabilities to successfully engage in a physical activity program.
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Characteristics of an Ideal Group Fitness Instructor
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Punctuality and Dependability Professionalism Dedication Willingness to Plan Ahead Willingness to Take Responsibility Recognizing the signs of instructor burnout Good communication skills and sensitivity to participants' needs
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Participants can be taught goal-setting strategies by applying SMART goals. What does this stand for and mean?
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S - Specific - What will you do, when, where, and with whom? M - Measurable - How will you know when you have reached your goals? A - Attainable - Can you perform this exercise/goal at this time? R - Relevant - Are your goals relevant to your needs, interests, and abilities? T - Time-bound - How soon, how often, for how long?
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Signs of Exercise Dependence:
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Continuing to exercise despite injuries or illness Extreme levels of thinness Guilt, irritability, and depression when unable to exercise
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The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders recommends you should approach someone you suspect has an eating disorder with what method?
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CONFRONT C - Concern O - Organize N - Needs F - Face the confrontation R - Respond O - Offer (help and suggestions) N - Negotiate (another time to talk) T - Time (problem won't be fixed overnight)
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What do beta blockers do and what special population would take them?
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Beta blockers blunt the heart rate and people with Coronary Heart Disease are the most commonly prescribed.
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What disorder is an important risk factor for myocardial infarction, stroke, and sudden death?
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Hypertension
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What challenges are presented when exercising with excessive amounts of body fat?
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More stress on joints and muscles Individuals are most likely under-conditioned
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Number one priority when instructing obese participants and how this can be prevented:
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Keeping the activity at an intensity levels that does not cause pain and soreness. Using a variety of activities that use the arms and legs together and emphasize low-intensity, high-duration activities.
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Five Key Benefits of physical activity programs for children:
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Decreased feelings of depression and anxiety Decreased risk of Type 2 diabetes Decreased risk of hypertension and high blood pressure in youth Increased lean muscle and reduces fat Helps strengthen and maintain healthy joints, bones, and muscles
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Seven considerations when creating exercise programs for participants with diabes:
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Know the timing and of medication Know the type of medication Make sure blood glucose levels are above 100/less than 300 before exercise Know timing of last meal and amount/type of food Be aware of the intensity, duration, and type of exercise the person can perform Be aware of secondary medications
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The most common approaches for the management of risk potential are:
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Avoidance - (activity judged too hazardous) Reduction (make changes that render activities safer) Retention (risks of physical activity should result in minimal potential damage) Transer - (risk of participation is transferred to another party through a waiver or insurance)
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Four strategies to increase class value:
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Music - Use music as motivation. Perceived effort and endurance increase up to 15% Exercise/Choreography Selection - Cont. education to refresh moves, learn new techniques, learn from other GFIs Equipment - Use new eq, use a variety, don't use too much and risk confusing/intimidating participants Member Interaction - Create bonds with partner exercises, encourage buddying up, create bonds by making eye contact, greeting participants
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What are the three types of muscle tissue?
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Skeletal Smooth Cardiac
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The sense of knowing where the body is in relation to its various segments and the external environment
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Proproception
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The overall function of the nervous system:
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Collects information about conditions in the body's external state Analyzes the information Initializes appropriate responses to fulfill specific needs
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Axial skeleton is comprised of __ bones.
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74
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What are the axial skeleton's primary functions?
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To protect the nervous system To provide the main axial support for the body
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How many bones are in the human skeleton total?
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206
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What primary functions does the human skeleton perform?
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Support Movement Protection Storage Hemopoiesis
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Hemopoeises
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The formation of blood cells
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Four important functions of the lymphatic system:
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Destruction of bacteria and other foreign substances in lymph nodes Specific immune responses that aid in manufacturing antibodies to destroy bacteria and foreign substances Returns interstitial fluid to the bloodstream Prevents excessive accumulation of tissue fluid and proteins by draining into highly permeable lymphatic capillaries in the connective tissues
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The digestive system carries out six basic processes:
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Ingestion of food into mouth Movement of food along the digestive tract Mechanical preparation of food for digestion Chemical Digestion of food Absorption of digested food into the circulatory and lymphatic systems Elimination of indigestible substances and waste products from the body by defecation
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What system provides a means to replace oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from the blood?
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The respiratory system (what it provides for the body)
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During exercise, the respiratory system regulates ____-____ balance.
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acid-base (what system regulates this balance during exercise)
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The Cardiac Cycle
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The period from the beginning of one heartbeat to the beginning of the next.
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The cardiovascular system is also called:
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The circulatory system (another name for it)
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The ____________ system and the ___________ system work with each other to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the body's tissues.
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cardiovascular, respiratory (what do they do in tandem with each other)
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Describe the Transverse Plane and name some common exercises that take place within the plane
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The transverse plane is divides the body into top and bottom halves. Horizontal wood chops, helicopters, and standing flys
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Rotational Movement occurs in what plane?
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This type of movement occurs in the Transverse Plane
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Describe the Frontal Plane and name some common exercises that take place within the plane
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The front plane divides the body into front and back halves. Hip abduction (side leg lifts), dumbbell lateral (side) raise
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Lateral Movement occurs in what plane?
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This type of movement occurs in the Frontal Plane
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Describe the Sagittal Plane and name some common exercises that take place within that plane
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The Sagittal Plane divides the body into left and right halves. Front or back leg lifts, bicep curls, front and back lunges
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Forward and backward movements occur in what plane?
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This type of movement occurs in the Sagittal Plane
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What are the three planes of movement?
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Sagittal Frontal Transverse
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A participant is performing a bench press. What type of kinetic chain movement is this, and in what plane of movement does the exercise occur?
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This exercise is an open-chain movement and it occurs in the transverse plane.
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How is an open-chain movement described?
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A movement where the distal aspect of the extremity moves freely and is not fixed to an object
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How is a closed-chain movement described?
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A movement where the distal segment meets considerable external resistance and restrains movement.
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Which chain of movement is more functional for daily living and also is more stable for joints?
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Closed-chain movement
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A participant is performing forward lunges. What chain of movement is this categorized under and in what plane is it occurring?
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This type of movement is a closed-chain movement and it occurs in the sagittal place.
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What are the three systems that synthesize ATP in our bodies during exercise?
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Phosphagen Anaerobic Aerobic
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A long-distance runner would be pulling from what source of ATP in his or her body?
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This kind of athlete would primarily use the Aerobic System to synthesize ATP
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For 100 meter sprinters or a gymnast performing on the vault, what system would he/she be using in his/her body to produce ATP?
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These are examples of athletes that would use the Phosphagen system to synthesize ATP
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What system synthesizes ATP at a somewhat slow rate, lasting for anywhere between one to three minutes of energy?
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Anaerobic System
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Steps to take if you suspect a fracture:
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Keep victim still to prevent movement of or weight bearing on injured part Remove clothes from injury to allow assessment of severity and prevent contamination Cover open fractures with sterile gauze or clean cloth. Activate EMS and have victim lay down. Leave protruding bones alone If victim must be transported, make a splint. If extremity is grossly deformed, just prevent the limb from moving
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What is an isometric contraction?
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Holding the muscles still while resisting gravity or external resistance
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What are the 4 types of shock?
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Hypovolemic - caused by severe bleeding Obstructive - caused by something obstructing blood flow to the heart like a blood clot Distributive - caused by abnormal blood distribution through dilated blood vessels, like from an allergic reaction/spinal injury Cardiogenic - failure of heart to pump effectively, like cardiac arrest or cardiomyopathy
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Considerations when teaching participants with MS:
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Treatment strategy aims to slow the progression of disease Allow more time for the start and completion of movements Incorporate stretching as a major portion to combat spasticity Balance becomes an issue/ ensure precautions to prevent falling As balance worsens, create exercises that can be done sitting Swimming in water below 80 degrees is very beneficial; warmer water can cause premature fatigue Avoid high heat and humidity Void the bladder often, as bladder control worsens with MS
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General Exercise Recommendations for Older Adults
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Design interventions that can be reproduced at home Tailor the interventions to performance needs, goals, health, and cognitive conditions Provide reinforcement for participant's progress Incorporate the key components of physical activity for elderly people: Endurance, strength, balance, flexibility
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Benefits of exercise in pregnant women
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Improved posture and body mechanics Reduced pelvic and rectal pressure Increased energy levels Improved circulation
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Considerations for those exercising with strains:
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Gentle stretching before and after exercise Avoid strenuous and ballistic moves Gradually increase the intensity of the activity Keep movements to a pain-free ROM Monitor for return in symptoms or increase in severity
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How cost per head is calculated. What is this a component of?
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Divide the instructor's pay rate per class by the number of class participants. This is a component of Class Value.