Crossfit Fundamental Movements & Techniques 4

Question 1

An athlete's knees cave inward (valgus collapse) during the squat. Which muscle group is most likely weak or underactivated?

Accepted Answer

Glute medius and external hip rotators

Answer

Knee valgus during squatting is primarily caused by weakness in the glute medius and external hip rotators, which are responsible for keeping the knee tracking over the toes.

Question 2

In CrossFit, what defines the 'three points of contact' used when coaching the strict press?

Accepted Answer

Bar touching the clavicles/shoulders, palms gripping the bar, and feet hip-width apart

Answer

The strict press setup involves the bar resting on the clavicles and anterior deltoids, hands gripping the bar just outside the shoulders, with the feet planted hip-width apart.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the 'triple extension' that occurs at the top of an Olympic lifting movement?

Accepted Answer

Simultaneous extension of the ankles, knees, and hips to full lockout

Answer

Triple extension refers to the simultaneous full extension of the ankles (plantarflexion), knees, and hips at the peak of the pull in Olympic lifts, maximizing upward force.

Question 4

What is the purpose of 'keeping the chest up' during a squat or deadlift?

Accepted Answer

To maintain thoracic extension and prevent lumbar flexion under load

Answer

'Chest up' is a cue to maintain thoracic extension, which braces the upper back and helps prevent the lower back from rounding under load.

Question 5

A coach observes an athlete performing toes-to-bar with excessive swinging and poor control. What is the most appropriate first correction?

Accepted Answer

Regress to hanging knee raises to build core and hip flexor strength

Answer

Regressing to hanging knee raises builds the foundational hip flexor and core strength needed for toes-to-bar while teaching controlled range of motion.

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Crossfit Fundamental Movements & Techniques 4