Cycling Instruction Practice Exam

Plantar Fasciitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

Shinsplints

True

False

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

Repeated pedaling motion

Poor running shoes

Bike seat setting is too high or low

All of the above

Too much accumulation of fatigue in one area

Minimizes stress

Both A and B

None of the above

Behind your ears

Behind your knee caps

At your wrist

At the bottom of your foot

Tight hips

Tight shoulders

Weak low back extensors

Tight neck muscles

Do you stretch on a regular basis?

Do you warm up prior to training?

Are you aware of good posture?

All of the above

Patellar Tendinitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

Shinsplints

Practice Exam

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

2. Always ride with a defensive position.

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. Illiotibial Band Syndrome is most likely caused by which issues?

6. Why should you alternate exercises in the kinetic chain?

7. Use two fingers together to measure your heart rate at what body location?

8. If someone has a rounded lower spine, they are likely to experience what issues?

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

10. Which injury is also called ‘cycler’s knee’?