Balanced Body Written Test Questions and Answers 2025/2026

Balanced Body Written Test Questions and Answers 2025/2026 9 Pilates Principles - answer-1. Breathing 2. Balanced Muscle Development 3. Centering 4. Control 5. Concentration 6. Precision 7. Relaxation 8. Rhythm/Flow 9. Whole Body Movement 5 Pilates Movement Principles - answer-1. Breathing 2. Lower Core Activation 3. Lumbopelvic Stability 4. Neutral Spine 5. Release Work 5 muscles of the core or inner unit - answer-1. Diaphragm 2. Multifidi 3. Pelvic Floor 4. Psoas 5. Transversus abdominus What country was Joseph Pilates born in? - answer-GermanyIn what year did Joseph Pilates move to the US? - answer-1926 What US city did Joseph Pilates live and teach in? - answer-New York City Which of the following mat exercises are contraindicated for clients with osteoporosis? -100 -Rolling like a Ball -Double straight leg stretch -Swan -Side leg series -Single leg kicks - answer--100 -Rolling like a Ball -Double straight leg stretch Name 3 Mat exercises that are safe throughout pregnancy - answer-1. Side leg lifts (abductors, core stability) 2. Mermaid/Side stretch 3. Cat/cow What bony landmarks define a neutral pelvis? - answer-ASIS and Pubic Bone -In supine, these are parallel to the ground -In seated/standing, these are perpendicular to the ground List at least 2 ways to modify Spine Stretch for clients with tight hamstrings - answer-1. Slightly bend the knees 2. Sit up on a towel, small pad, rolled up mat or box Name 4-6 mat exercises that require caution for clients with low back problems - answer-1. Roll Up2. Rolling like a Ball 3. Open Leg Rocker 4. Swimming 5. Saw 6. Double leg Stretch