Deck 2: Techniques

Question 1

During the power clean, the first pull refers to the period during which the barbell is received on the front of the shoulders.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The power snatch is performed with a pronated grip.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

An eccentric squat is one where the descent phase of the movement is exaggerated.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

During squats, the feet should remain flat on the floor.

Question 5

During front squats, the elbows should point down toward the ground to place the weight of the barbell on the wrists.

Question 6

Tibiofemoral compression refers to the patella acting on the femur.

Question 7

The squat does not appear to stress the anterior cruciate ligament.

Question 8

When running at maximum velocity, the athlete should run heel-to-toe.

Question 9

When shuffling, the weight should be on an athlete's heels.

Question 10

Specific lower back pain effects 90% of people suffering from lower back pain.

Question 11

The period in a power clean or power snatch from the start of the lift until the barbell reaches mid-thigh is the:

A) Start
B) First pull
C) Second pull
D) Finish

Question 12

Pulling the shoulders back and sticking out the chest during a lift is known as:

A) Setting the back
B) The first pull
C) Bouncing the bar
D) An eccentric lift

Question 13

The explosive part of a power clean or power snatch is known as the:

A) Start
B) First pull
C) Second pull
D) Finish

Question 14

The explosive part of the split jerk is the:

A) Start
B) Dip
C) Drive
D) Finish

Question 15

When the barbell is placed at the base of the neck during a back squat, this is known as a:

A) High bar squat
B) Low bar squat
C) Cervical squat
D) Good morning

Question 16

During the squat, tibiofemoral compression increases during the:

A) Start
B) Descent
C) Ascent
D) The squat has no effect on tibiofemoral compression

Question 17

Which of the following is not a reason for the squat failing to stress the anterior cruciate ligament?

A) The hamstrings are active throughout the exercise
B) The gastrocnemius is active throughout the exercise
C) The squat is weight bearing
D) The squat increases bone mineral density at the lumbar spine

Question 18

During stopping, shuffling, and backpedaling the athlete's weight should be on the:

A) Heels
B) Balls of the feet
C) Hands
D) Toes

Question 19

Which of the following is not a theoretical benefit of core training?

A) Improved performance
B) Injury prevention
C) Injury treatment
D) They are all theoretical benefits

Question 20

Specific lower back pain accounts for what percentage of lower back pain sufferers?

A) 10%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 90%

Question 21

Describe how to perform the power snatch.

Question 22

How does bar positioning during the squat impact the affects of the exercise?

Question 23

Summarize the lower body mechanics of running at maximum velocity.

Question 24

Theoretically, how would core training prevent injuries?

Question 25

What are the differences between specific lower back pain and nonspecific lower back pain?

Question 26

Describe the theoretical benefits behind performing exercises with kettlebells, heavy ropes, and suspension trainers.

Question 27

Describe the challenges mentioned by the author to research on the Olympic lifts.

Question 28

Describe Karl Klein's study and its impact on the perceptions of the squat exercise.

Question 29

Explain how the squat is experienced by the knee joint.

Question 30

Describe the proper technique for running at maximum velocity.

Question 31

Compare and contrast the theoretical benefits of core training with those documented by the literature.

Question 32

In this chapter, the author takes a position on core training. What is the author's position? If the author is correct, what implications does this have to the fitness industry? Do you agree with this position? Why or why not? Develop and support your argument.

Question 33

What are the challenges behind the research linking the Olympic lifts and jumping? How does this challenge what we "know" about the strength and conditioning of athletes?

Question 34

Kettlebells are touted as being the ultimate tool for lower back safety, increasing strength, increasing power, and increasing both anaerobic and aerobic conditioning. Do you agree or disagree? Support your view using the literature.