Anatomy Flashcards
What are the three main components of yoga anatomy?
Muscles, bones, and joints.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ is the center of the body’s movement and balance.
core.
What is the primary muscle group used in downward-facing dog?
Shoulder and back muscles.
Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
Ball-and-socket joint.
What is the primary function of ligaments in the body?
To connect bones to other bones.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue? A) Cardiac B) Smooth C) Elastic D) Skeletal
C) Elastic.
True or False: Flexibility in muscles can improve overall yoga performance.
True.
What is the role of the spine in yoga anatomy?
It provides structural support and protects the spinal cord.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ is responsible for stabilizing the pelvis during yoga poses.
gluteus maximus.
What are the two main types of skeletal muscles involved in yoga?
Type I (slow-twitch) and Type II (fast-twitch).
Multiple choice: Which muscle is primarily engaged during the Warrior II pose? A) Quadriceps B) Hamstrings C) Pectorals D) Trapezius
A) Quadriceps.
True or False: The diaphragm is a muscle that plays a key role in breathing.
True.
What is the primary purpose of stretching in yoga?
To improve flexibility and range of motion.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ connects muscles to bones.
tendons.
What is the anatomical term for the front of the body?
Anterior.
Multiple choice: Which of the following poses primarily stretches the hamstrings? A) Cobra B) Forward Bend C) Mountain D) Chair
B) Forward Bend.
True or False: The pelvis is composed of three bones: the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
True.
What is the term for the body’s ability to maintain balance during yoga poses?
Proprioception.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ system helps regulate body functions through hormones.
endocrine.
What is the function of the rotator cuff in yoga?
To stabilize the shoulder joint.
Multiple choice: Which yoga pose is best for strengthening the core? A) Child’s Pose B) Plank C) Seated Forward Bend D) Triangle Pose
B) Plank.
True or False: Yoga can help improve cardiovascular health.
True.
What is the primary focus of alignment in yoga?
To ensure safety and effectiveness in poses.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ regulates the body’s response to stress.
adrenal glands.
What is the term for the anatomical position where the body is standing upright with arms at the sides?
Anatomical position.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common yoga injury? A) Tennis elbow B) Runner’s knee C) Wrist strain D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
Saggitial plane
left/ right division
Frontal/ coronal plane
front/ back division
Transverse plane
up/ down division (turning or rotational movements)
Flexion
bending (decreasing an angle of a joint)
Extension
straightening (some joints move beyond anatomical position
Anatomical position
Tadasana with palms facing forward
Abduction
moving a limb away from the midline
Adduction
moving a limb towards the midline
Lateral flexion
side bending (right or left)
External rotation
rotating the front of a limb away from the midline
Internal rotation
rotating the front of a limb towards the midline
Axial rotation
rotating the trunk
Horizontal abduction
combined flexing and abducting the limb
Horizontal adduction
combined flexing and adducting the limb
