Functional Fitness Instruction Practice Exam

Has an impact on the biomechanics of movement

Has no impact

Can cause overuse injuries

Both A and C

Sitting

Standing

Bending and reaching

All of the above

Single joint

Multi joint

Functional movements

None of the above

To become a bodybuilder

To train for a specific event

Performing the tasks and events of daily living

None of the above

More muscle recruitment

Less muscle recruitment

Due to the number of reps

None of the above

Train muscles to work together

Learning how to stabilize your body before movement

Emphasis on core strength

All of the above

Squat to press

Single leg squats

Mountain climbers

All of the above

Builds a foundation for movement

Helps with weight loss

Builds more efficient movement

All of the above

Lunges

Bicep curls

Squats

Bench press

Poor quality movements

Potential for injuries

Muscle imbalances

All of the above

Practice Exam

1. When there is a weakness in the kinetic chain, what does this mean?

2. What types of activities does functional training prepare you for?

3. Bicep curls, shoulder raises and leg curls are examples of what kind of movements?

4. What is the primary focus of functional training?

5. How does functional training help with weight loss?

6. What is the goal of functional training?

7. Which exercises are listed within the top 10 functional exercises?

8. What are some benefits of functional training?

9. What are some examples of single joint exercises?

10. What happens when you have poor posture over time?