Running Fitness Instruction Practice Exam

Plank

Low back extension

Lying crunches

None of the above

Plantar Fasciitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

Shinsplints

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

Prevents injuries

Can absorb more of the force from contact to the ground

A and B

None of the above

True

False

Running with poor posture

Not stretching or warming up your body

Running outside your current capabilities

All of the above

Running with poor posture

Not stretching or warming up your body

Running outside your current capabilities

All of the above

Careful on hill training

Evaluate the surface you run on

Rest and ice potential injury areas following activity

All of the above

Uneven ground including cracks and grates

Where your partner is running

Make sure you have good running shoes

Both A and C

Practice Exam

1. Which is the best exercise to strengthen the back extensor muscles?

2. Which injury describes pain at the bottom of the heel?

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

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

5. What difference will it make to wear proper shoes when training?

6. The purpose of strength training for running is to support the number of miles you put in.

7. What are some ways you can create more stress and injury to your body?

8. What are some ways you can create more stress and injury to your body?

9. What are some of the rules of healthy running?

10. What should you watch for while running?