Reformer Pilates - Final Exam.
Questions with Correct Verified
Answers. Updated Version 2026-2027.
Graded A
All Balanced Body springs should be replaced at least every ______ years.
- ANSEvery 2 years
Describe the proper Allegro footbar positions needed for safe standing
storage - ANS3 holes showing
Footbar high position
All springs hooked
Straps secured on shoulder rests
Discuss breathing basics - ANSDiaphragm is the ceiling of the core in the
inner unit.
It's the primary muscle for respiration.
Inhale - Spinal extension, lateral flexion, spinal rotation. Diaphragm
retracts, dome moves down, abdominal pressure increases, pelvic floor
responds.
1
,Exhale - Spinal flexion, lateral flexion, spinal rotation. Diaphragm relaxes,
dome moves up, transversus abdominus contracts, pelvic floor responds.
Discuss Lower body training - ANSAlignment
Balanced muscle development & range of motion
Functional movement skills
Discuss Mobility & restoration - ANSMobility
Restoration, recovery & relaxation
Discuss spinal mobility & strength - ANSSpine is central axis of body
Force transference & fluid connection of body parts
Protects spinal cord & nerve roots
Creates movement
Discuss Upper body training - ANSMovements of upper body
Glenohumeral stability
Scapular stability & mobility
2
,Functional movement patterns
Integrating the upper body into whole body movement
During months 3 to 4 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSAvoid:
Prone work
Inversion & rolling
Focus on:
Stretches for low back
Abdominals that are comfortable
Pelvic stability
Flexibiliy of abs (Cat/Camel, Supine stretches over physio ball)
Low blood pressure - change positions slowly
During months 4 to 5 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSAvoid:
Deep psoas & hip flexors
Focus:
Stability instead of mobility of the pelvis & shoulders
Modify:
3
, Use wedge pillow to elevate the heart above the pelvis for all supine work
or eliminate the exercises
During months 6 to 9 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSDuring these months, client cannot flex
their spine and hips.
The hormone relaxin is circulating in the body at high levels, which loosens
the ligaments aroudn the joints. This causes a lack of stability around the
pelvis which causes low back, joint, & hip problems.
Edema can start to settle in the ankles & lower legs
Modify:
Wider leg positions
Focus on limbs instead of core
Light adductors
Abductors
Light abs
Strengthen glutes & quads
Strengthen arms & upper torso to hold baby
Keep feet up when possible to decrease swelling
During post-natal, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSFocus:
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Questions with Correct Verified
Answers. Updated Version 2026-2027.
Graded A
All Balanced Body springs should be replaced at least every ______ years.
- ANSEvery 2 years
Describe the proper Allegro footbar positions needed for safe standing
storage - ANS3 holes showing
Footbar high position
All springs hooked
Straps secured on shoulder rests
Discuss breathing basics - ANSDiaphragm is the ceiling of the core in the
inner unit.
It's the primary muscle for respiration.
Inhale - Spinal extension, lateral flexion, spinal rotation. Diaphragm
retracts, dome moves down, abdominal pressure increases, pelvic floor
responds.
1
,Exhale - Spinal flexion, lateral flexion, spinal rotation. Diaphragm relaxes,
dome moves up, transversus abdominus contracts, pelvic floor responds.
Discuss Lower body training - ANSAlignment
Balanced muscle development & range of motion
Functional movement skills
Discuss Mobility & restoration - ANSMobility
Restoration, recovery & relaxation
Discuss spinal mobility & strength - ANSSpine is central axis of body
Force transference & fluid connection of body parts
Protects spinal cord & nerve roots
Creates movement
Discuss Upper body training - ANSMovements of upper body
Glenohumeral stability
Scapular stability & mobility
2
,Functional movement patterns
Integrating the upper body into whole body movement
During months 3 to 4 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSAvoid:
Prone work
Inversion & rolling
Focus on:
Stretches for low back
Abdominals that are comfortable
Pelvic stability
Flexibiliy of abs (Cat/Camel, Supine stretches over physio ball)
Low blood pressure - change positions slowly
During months 4 to 5 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSAvoid:
Deep psoas & hip flexors
Focus:
Stability instead of mobility of the pelvis & shoulders
Modify:
3
, Use wedge pillow to elevate the heart above the pelvis for all supine work
or eliminate the exercises
During months 6 to 9 of pregnancy, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSDuring these months, client cannot flex
their spine and hips.
The hormone relaxin is circulating in the body at high levels, which loosens
the ligaments aroudn the joints. This causes a lack of stability around the
pelvis which causes low back, joint, & hip problems.
Edema can start to settle in the ankles & lower legs
Modify:
Wider leg positions
Focus on limbs instead of core
Light adductors
Abductors
Light abs
Strengthen glutes & quads
Strengthen arms & upper torso to hold baby
Keep feet up when possible to decrease swelling
During post-natal, what should be avoided?
What should be the focus? - ANSFocus:
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