Practice Exam

1. Always run on hard surfaces to get your feet used to longer distances.



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



3. Plantar fasciitis is a band of fibrous tissue that runs along your hamstrings.



4. Which injury describes pain of the tendon between the back of the heel and the calf muscles?





5. Toeing out means there could be tightness in the hips and calves.



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





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





8. When running, you should land on your heels and push off the front of your feet.



9. What should you be evaluating when looking for a new shoe?





10. If you suspect Achilles Tendinitis, you should stretch which muscles?






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