10 - Balance Training Concepts

Question 1

A multiplanar single-leg box hop-up with stabilization is categorized as an exercise in which of the following?

Answer 1

Balance-power

Question 2

While performing a multiplanar lunge to balance exercise, a client exhibits excessive extension of the lumbar spine. Which of the following instructions can help this client?

Answer 2

Tell the client to reduce their stride length.

Question 3

Which of the following balance exercises is appropriate for a client training in Phase 2 of the OPT™ model?

Answer 3

Single-leg squat touchdown

Question 4

Exercises that involve dynamic eccentric and concentric movement of the balance leg through a full range of motion are categorized as which of the following?

Answer 4

Balance-strength

Question 5

Maintenance of which of the following is an integrated process requiring optimal muscular balance, joint dynamics, and neuromuscular efficiency using visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive inputs?

Answer 5

Postural equilibrium

Question 6

When selecting a balance exercise, which of the following is the most appropriate progression?

Answer 6

Floor, balance beam, half foam roll, foam pad, balance disc

Question 7

The main goal of balance training is to continually increase a client’s awareness of his or her limit of stability awareness by creating which of the following?

Answer 7

Controlled instability