Cycling Instruction Practice Exam

Check the frame size

Check the handlebar position

Saddle tilt and position

All of the above

Apply ice after the activity

Rest the affected area

Compress the area

All of the above

Ankle flexibility

Cut down on miles

Change shoes

All of the above

5 seconds

10 seconds

30 seconds

45 seconds

True

False

Do you stretch on a regular basis?

Do you warm up prior to training?

Are you aware of good posture?

All of the above

No pain or soreness during or after activity

No pain or soreness during but lots of pain after

Mild pain during the activity and soreness after

Pain throughout the entire run

1 to 2 days

3 to 21 days

30 days or more

None of the above

Forward head posture

Rounded shoulders

Toeing out

All of the above

Patellar Tendinitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

All of the above

Practice Exam

1. Which of these should you consider when trying to avoid a cycling injury?

2. If you suspect an injury, what should you do following the activity?

3. Which factors will help someone alleviate or manage achilles tendinitis?

4. When you measure heart rate with your fingers, you should use what count (in seconds)?

5. Movement patterns are more important than muscles.

6. What are some questions you can ask if you are struggling with recurring injuries?

7. Which of these symptoms would allow you to increase intensity and volume at the next training run?

8. Sub-acute injuries typically last how long?

9. Which of these are common postural flaws for someone who cycles?

10. What are some of the most common injuries?