Lsson 4 Flashcards
What is exercise regression?
An approach to decrease the demand for an exercise or movement.
What is exercise progression?
An approach that increases the demand incrementally through minor changes.
List three benefits of understanding exercise regression and progression.
- Maintains client confidence
- Allows for immediate adjustments
- Adaptation to shared space or equipment availability
True or False: Exercise regression can help a client who says they cannot perform a push-up.
True
Name the first variable that influences micro changes in exercise.
Intensity/Load
Fill in the blank: When fatigue sets in, one instinctive adjustment is to go _______.
[lighter]
What does adjusting the range of motion during an exercise allow?
It allows the client to move to a percentage of the initial range or maintain safe posture.
How can height be altered in exercise progression or regression?
By changing the elevation for exercises like stepping up or performing raises.
What is the phrase that illustrates the danger of speed in exercise?
Speed kills.
What is the easiest variable to manipulate for exercise adjustment?
Body Position
Provide an example of a regression for push-ups.
Hands on a bench or knees on the floor.
Provide an example of a progression for push-ups.
Elevate feet onto a 6-inch box.
What is the regression for Air Bike Crunches?
1 set, 16 reps (1 count for each foot).
What is the progression for Bicycle Crunches?
1 set, 8 reps (2 counts for each side).
What is the regression for Lateral Plank Walk?
1 set, 8 reps (4 going to right, 4 going to left).
