FITCO Flexibility and Mobility Flashcards
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What is dynamic stretching?
Answer: Moving a limb through its range of motion in a controlled, repetitive manner
Dynamic stretching involves actively moving a limb through its full range of motion in a smooth, controlled manner, often used in warm-ups.
What does ROM stand for in the context of fitness and physical testing?
Answer: Range of Motion
ROM stands for Range of Motion, which describes the extent to which a joint can move through its full arc of movement.
What is ballistic stretching, and why is it generally discouraged for general fitness preparation?
Answer: Using bouncing or jerking movements — discouraged due to high injury risk
Ballistic stretching uses rapid bouncing movements that can exceed safe tissue limits and cause muscle strains or tears.
At what point during a workout is the body most ready for effective static stretching?
Answer: After a workout when muscles are warm and well-perfused
Muscles are most receptive to static stretching after exercise when elevated temperature and blood flow increase tissue pliability.
Which joint in the human body typically has the greatest range of motion?
Answer: The shoulder (glenohumeral) joint
The shoulder's ball-and-socket design allows movement in multiple planes, giving it the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body.
How does reduced ankle mobility affect physical test performance for candidates?
Answer: It impairs squatting mechanics, gait, and agility movements
Poor ankle dorsiflexion restricts squat depth, stride mechanics, and lateral agility, directly reducing performance across multiple FITCO components.