Exam Review on Flexibility, Core, and Balance

These flashcards cover key concepts related to flexibility, core stability, and balance, essential for the upcoming exam.

What is flexibility?

The ability to move a joint through a range of motion.

Why is flexibility important in exercise?

It helps in injury prevention, increases performance, and corrects muscle imbalances.

What does synergistic dominance refer to?

When a muscle that should assist in a movement compensates for the prime mover due to inhibition.

What is reciprocal inhibition?

The process where activating one muscle group results in the inhibition of its opposing muscle group.

What are the tools used for corrective flexibility?

Foam rolling and static stretching.

How long should each static stretch be held?

20-30 seconds for 1-3 spots per muscle.

What is the purpose of dynamic stretching?

To use new range of motion and control within functional movements.

What are the three core systems?

Local stabilization, global stabilization, and movement.

What muscle is associated with local stabilization?

Transversus abdominis.

What type of core exercise is an example of power?

Medicine ball rotational throws.

What are the three systems that contribute to balance?

Visual, vestibulocochlear, and proprioception.

What characterizes stabilization in the balance continuum?

Little to no movement in the balancing leg.

What is altered reciprocal inhibition?

When an overactive muscle inhibits the antagonist muscle, increasing synergistic dominance.

How many core exercises do all programs include?

At least 1-2 core exercises.

What is the significance of 2-3 OA muscles in flexibility assessment?

Identifying these muscles helps in applying corrective flexibility strategies.