NASM-CPT NASM Movement Assessment 2

Question 1

During the overhead squat assessment, the client's feet turn out. Which muscles are most likely overactive?

Accepted Answer

Lateral gastrocnemius and soleus

Answer

Feet turning out during the overhead squat indicates overactive lateral gastrocnemius, soleus, and biceps femoris (short head).

Question 2

In the overhead squat assessment, arms falling forward suggests which muscles are underactive?

Accepted Answer

Mid/lower trapezius and rotator cuff

Answer

Arms falling forward indicates underactive mid/lower trapezius, rhomboids, and rotator cuff, with overactive lats and pecs.

Question 3

The overhead squat assessment is classified as which type of assessment?

Accepted Answer

Dynamic (transitional) movement assessment

Answer

The overhead squat is a dynamic transitional assessment that evaluates movement without a change in the base of support.

Question 4

Excessive forward trunk lean during the overhead squat most likely indicates overactivity in which muscle group?

Accepted Answer

Soleus, gastrocnemius, and hip flexors

Answer

Excessive forward lean points to overactive soleus, gastrocnemius, hip flexor complex, and abdominals.

Question 5

Which view is used to observe low back arching during the overhead squat assessment?

Accepted Answer

Lateral (side) view

Answer

Excessive low back arch (anterior pelvic tilt) is observed from the lateral view.

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