Core and Functional Fitness
(FiTour) Exam Questions and
Answers 100% Accurate
Explain how Core and Functional Training will improve your clients' performance of
ADL's/sports/fitness. - ANSWER - Improved speed/agility, functional
strength/flexibility, coordination/balance/proprioception, core strength,
performance, elevated metabolism and energy levels, and more efficient
movement.
Describe Core Training? - ANSWER - Conditioning of the torso with exercises that
bridge the gap between upper and lower body strength. Stabilization and balance
through the center of the body establishing a foundation for performance.
Understand the musculature involved and the training outcomes from participating
in Core Training. - ANSWER - The "core" includes muscles that stabilize the spine
and pelvis and run the entire length of the torso. A strong core distributes the
stresses of weight bearing and protects the back.
Be able to explain Functional Fitness Training and how your clients will benefit from
it. - ANSWER - Training the body to move efficiently during all movement (and in all
planes) incorporating proprioceptive and balance input using a variety of techniques
to improve speed, agility, strength, power, and overall performance.
Develops movement, not muscles, by enhancing the coordinated relationship
between the nervous and muscle systems.
What are the five components of fitness performance? - ANSWER - Agility, Speed
(velocity), Power, Reaction Time, Skill
Define and explain a) motor skill and b) motor perceptual skill. - ANSWER - a)
movement and muscle control b) involves thought, interpretation, and movement
skills
(FiTour) Exam Questions and
Answers 100% Accurate
Explain how Core and Functional Training will improve your clients' performance of
ADL's/sports/fitness. - ANSWER - Improved speed/agility, functional
strength/flexibility, coordination/balance/proprioception, core strength,
performance, elevated metabolism and energy levels, and more efficient
movement.
Describe Core Training? - ANSWER - Conditioning of the torso with exercises that
bridge the gap between upper and lower body strength. Stabilization and balance
through the center of the body establishing a foundation for performance.
Understand the musculature involved and the training outcomes from participating
in Core Training. - ANSWER - The "core" includes muscles that stabilize the spine
and pelvis and run the entire length of the torso. A strong core distributes the
stresses of weight bearing and protects the back.
Be able to explain Functional Fitness Training and how your clients will benefit from
it. - ANSWER - Training the body to move efficiently during all movement (and in all
planes) incorporating proprioceptive and balance input using a variety of techniques
to improve speed, agility, strength, power, and overall performance.
Develops movement, not muscles, by enhancing the coordinated relationship
between the nervous and muscle systems.
What are the five components of fitness performance? - ANSWER - Agility, Speed
(velocity), Power, Reaction Time, Skill
Define and explain a) motor skill and b) motor perceptual skill. - ANSWER - a)
movement and muscle control b) involves thought, interpretation, and movement
skills
