Pilates Anatomy and Biomechanics Flashcards

The iliopsoas muscle group consists of which two muscles?

Answer: Iliacus and psoas major

The iliopsoas is formed by the iliacus and psoas major, both of which converge to flex the hip joint.

In Pilates, 'imprinting' the spine refers to what technique?

Answer: Pressing each vertebra sequentially into the mat

Spinal imprinting involves gently pressing the vertebrae into the mat to increase body awareness and support the lumbar spine.

What type of muscle contraction occurs when the muscle generates force while lengthening?

Answer: Eccentric

Eccentric contractions occur when a muscle produces force while it is being stretched or lengthened, common in controlled lowering movements.

Which structure connects muscle to bone in the human body?

Answer: Tendon

Tendons are dense connective tissue structures that attach muscle to bone and transmit muscular force to produce movement.

Anterior pelvic tilt is associated with tightness in which muscle group?

Answer: Hip flexors and lumbar erectors

Anterior pelvic tilt is commonly caused by tight hip flexors and lumbar erectors pulling the pelvis forward and downward.

What is the anatomical term for the range of motion available at a joint?

Answer: Range of motion (ROM)

Range of motion (ROM) describes the arc of movement available at a specific joint, influenced by joint structure, muscle flexibility, and connective tissue.