Cadillac

Question 1

Which Cadillac exercise is most like the mat exercise “Chest Lift w/ Rotation”?

Answer 1

[TBD]

Question 2

During the footwork series on the Cadillac, the Pilates instructor should cue the client to avoid lifting what while extending the legs?

Answer 2

[TBD - tailbone? spine?]

Question 3

In prone position which muscle groups are working concentrically when the torso lifts?

Answer 3

[TBD]

Question 4

In prone position which muscle groups are working eccentrically when the torso lifts?

Answer 4

[TBD]

Question 5

When performing single leg footwork on the Cadillac with the head placed under the push through bar, is the foot on the bar in dorsiflexion or plantar flexion?

Answer 5

[TBD]

Question 6

What is the body’s anchor point during the exercise “Monkey”?

Answer 6

[TBD]

Question 7

During the calf raise exercise is the push through bar bottom or top loaded?

Answer 7

[TBD - top loaded?]

Question 8

Name one cue used during “Teaser” to assist the client with alignment

Answer 8

[TBD]

Question 9

What is the advanced exercise option during “Monkey”?

Answer 9

[TBD]

Question 10

Name two contraindications for the exercise “Tower”

Answer 10

[TBD]

Question 11

Which Reformer exercise is most like the “Roll Up Side Lift” on the Cadillac?

Answer 11

[TBD]

Question 12

While performing the Mini Roll Up with Oblique Twist, where does the elbow reach?

a. Toward the bent knee
b. Toward the ceiling
c. Open & wide away from the body

Answer 12

[c. Open & wide away from the body]

Question 13

During the Roll Up with the push through bar are the springs top or bottom loaded?

Answer 13

[TBD - top loaded?]

Question 14

What final movement is executed while the body is lifted in the Roll Up with the push through bar exercise?

Answer 14

[TBD]

Question 15

Where are the legs positioned during the start phase of “Teaser” on the Cadillac?

Answer 15

[TBD]

Question 16

How can you modify the leg positioning during the start phase of “Teaser” on the Cadillac?

Answer 16

[TBD]

Question 17

True or False: The iliopsoas is an active muscle during the exercise “Teaser”

Answer 17

[TBD]

Question 18

True or False: The feet should be in dorsiflexion during the Spring Assisted Roll Up

Answer 18

[TBD]

Question 19

What targeted muscle group is used and stretched during “Push Through Stretch” on the Cadillac?

Answer 19

[TBD]

Question 20

What accompanying muscle groups are used and stretched during “Push Through Stretch” on the Cadillac?

Answer 20

[TBD]

Question 21

Name two cues for standing arm work at the Cadillac that will assist the client in finding stability and maintain joint safety

Answer 21

[TBD]

Question 22

In “Leg Circles” what is the main muscle focus?

Answer 22

[TBD - abs?]