Pilates Certification Pilates Anatomy and Biomechanics

Question 1

Which muscle group is primarily referred to as the 'powerhouse' in Pilates?

Accepted Answer

Core abdominals, pelvic floor, and spinal extensors

Answer

Quadriceps and hamstrings

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Glutes and hip flexors

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Shoulder girdle and rotator cuff

Question 2

What is the primary function of the transversus abdominis in Pilates exercise?

Accepted Answer

Deep core stabilization

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Spinal flexion

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Hip rotation

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Shoulder depression

Question 3

In Pilates, 'neutral spine' refers to which position?

Accepted Answer

The natural curves of the spine maintained without exaggeration

Answer

A completely flat lower back pressed to the mat

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Maximum spinal flexion

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Full spinal extension

Question 4

Which plane of movement involves forward and backward body movements such as spinal flexion and extension?

Accepted Answer

Sagittal plane

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Frontal plane

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Transverse plane

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Coronal plane

Question 5

What is the role of the multifidus muscle in Pilates movement?

Accepted Answer

Segmental spinal stability and extension

Answer

Knee flexion

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Hip abduction

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Ankle plantar flexion

Question 6

Which joint action occurs when the arm is lifted laterally away from the body?

Accepted Answer

Abduction

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Adduction

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Flexion

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Internal rotation