NASM Flexibility & Corrective Exercise 3

Question 1

Which flexibility method is considered the MOST advanced in NASM's flexibility training continuum?

Accepted Answer

Neuromuscular stretching (PNF)

Answer

Neuromuscular (PNF) stretching is the most advanced flexibility technique, using contract-relax or hold-relax methods to maximize range of motion gains.

Question 2

When foot pronation is observed during the OHSA, which corrective exercise is most appropriate to activate the underactive muscle?

Accepted Answer

Tibialis anterior strengthening

Answer

Foot pronation indicates underactive tibialis anterior (and posterior), so activation exercises targeting these muscles help restore proper arch support.

Question 3

How many repetitions does NASM recommend for active isolated stretching to effectively lengthen a muscle?

Accepted Answer

5–10 repetitions held 1–2 seconds each

Answer

Active isolated stretching uses 5–10 short-duration (1–2 second) repetitions per set, leveraging reciprocal inhibition without activating the stretch reflex.

Question 4

Which phase of NASM's corrective exercise continuum is SMR (foam rolling) categorized under?

Accepted Answer

Inhibit

Answer

SMR is categorized under the Inhibit phase because it reduces hypertonicity in overactive muscles by stimulating the Golgi tendon organ.

Question 5

Reciprocal inhibition occurs when:

Accepted Answer

Contraction of an agonist neurologically inhibits its antagonist

Answer

Reciprocal inhibition is a neurological reflex where the nervous system inhibits the antagonist muscle when the agonist contracts, allowing smooth movement.

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NASM Flexibility & Corrective Exercise 3