SBC Exercise Programming and Periodization 2

Question 1

Superset training on the stability ball pairs which types of exercises for efficiency?

Accepted Answer

Two exercises for opposing or complementary muscle groups performed consecutively

Answer

Two exercises for the same muscle group performed with a 5-minute rest

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Cardio followed by stretching

Answer

Warm-up and cool-down only

Question 2

Rest periods of 0–90 seconds are most appropriate for which stability ball training goal?

Accepted Answer

Stabilization endurance

Answer

Maximal strength

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Power development

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Speed training

Question 3

Which FITT principle variable is most unique to stability ball training compared to traditional resistance training?

Accepted Answer

Type (mode)

Answer

Frequency

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Intensity

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Time

Question 4

How often per week is a stability ball stabilization endurance program typically recommended for beginners?

Accepted Answer

2–3 days per week

Answer

1 day per week

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6–7 days per week

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Once per month

Question 5

Which workout structure is safest for introducing stability ball exercises to a deconditioned client?

Accepted Answer

Full-body stabilization program with light loads and controlled tempo

Answer

Circuit training with maximum load

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Heavy compound lifts followed by ball work

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High-intensity interval training on the ball

Question 6

In stability ball programming, 'tempo' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The speed of the eccentric, isometric, and concentric phases of an exercise

Answer

How fast the client runs during cardio

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The height of the ball relative to the client

Answer

The number of exercises in a circuit