Assessment & Client Intake Flashcards
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The single-leg squat assessment primarily evaluates which movement quality?
Answer: Lower-extremity dynamic stability and balance
The single-leg squat assessment reveals dynamic stability, balance, and potential compensations at the ankle, knee, and hip on one limb.
When observing the Overhead Squat Assessment from the front, which compensation involves the knees moving inward?
Answer: Valgus collapse
Knee valgus (knees caving inward) during the OHSA indicates weakness in the hip abductors and external rotators or overactive hip adductors.
Which NASM assessment is used to measure muscular endurance of the core and lower body?
Answer: Shark Skill Test
The Shark Skill Test evaluates neuromuscular efficiency, agility, and dynamic balance across multiple planes of motion.
Which cardiovascular assessment estimates VO2 max without maximal exertion?
Answer: Rockport Walk Test
The Rockport Walk Test estimates VO2 max from a 1-mile walk time and post-walk heart rate, making it safe for deconditioned populations.
An elevated anterior pelvic tilt observed during the OHSA is typically associated with overactive:
Answer: Hip flexors and erector spinae
Anterior pelvic tilt results from overactive hip flexors and lumbar extensors pulling the pelvis forward, indicating underactive glutes and core.
The NASM client intake process includes collecting health history primarily to:
Answer: Identify contraindications and customize the training program safely
Health history collection allows trainers to identify medical conditions, injuries, and contraindications that affect safe program design.