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What does the acronym "CES" stand for in NASM CES?

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What are the four phases of the Corrective Exercise Continuum in order?

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The kinetic chain concept describes the human body as:

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Which technique is used during the Inhibit phase of the Corrective Exercise Continuum?

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Static stretching is performed during which phase of the Corrective Exercise Continuum?

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Isolated strengthening exercises are performed during which phase?

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Dynamic movement patterns that teach proper coordination are used in which phase?

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What is the primary goal of corrective exercise?

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The LPHC (Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex) is considered:

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Which body region is most commonly affected by dysfunction that cascades to other areas?

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What does "relative flexibility" refer to?

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Overactive muscles are characterized by:

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Underactive muscles are characterized by:

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The principle of reciprocal inhibition states that:

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Force couple relationships refer to:

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A client demonstrates an anterior pelvic tilt during the static postural assessment. Which muscle group is likely overactive?

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During an Overhead Squat Assessment, the client's knees cave inward (knee valgus). Which muscles are likely underactive?

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A client exhibits excessive forward lean during the Overhead Squat Assessment. Which muscles should be inhibited and lengthened?

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During the Overhead Squat Assessment, the client's arms fall forward. Which muscles are most likely underactive?

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The feet turn outward (externally rotate) during the Overhead Squat Assessment. Which muscles are likely overactive?

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A client shows flattening of the feet (overpronation) during the Overhead Squat Assessment. Which muscles are underactive?

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The heels rise off the ground during the Overhead Squat Assessment. What is the primary cause?

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Arthrokinematics refers to:

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Length-tension relationships describe:

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What is the recommended duration for holding a static stretch during the Lengthen phase?

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How long should self-myofascial release (SMR) be applied to a tender spot during the Inhibit phase?

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Activation exercises should typically be performed for:

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Upper crossed syndrome is characterized by:

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Lower crossed syndrome involves which muscle imbalances?

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A client demonstrates a knee valgus collapse during the Single-Leg Squat Assessment. Which assessment finding correlates with this compensation?

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During the Pushing Assessment, the scapulae wing away from the rib cage (excessive protraction). Which muscles need activation?

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The Pulling Assessment reveals the shoulders elevate during the movement. Which muscles are likely overactive?

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Which tool is commonly used for self-myofascial release during the Inhibit phase?

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Integration exercises should be performed for:

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A client shows forward head posture during static assessment. Which muscles should be inhibited and lengthened?

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Rounded shoulders (protracted scapulae) during static assessment indicate overactivity in which muscles?

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The Gait Analysis Assessment reveals excessive pronation during the stance phase. Which muscle group should be activated?

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During transitional assessments, the step-up test reveals the knee collapses inward. This indicates weakness in which muscle group?

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What is the primary purpose of activation exercises?

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Why should the Inhibit phase always precede the Lengthen phase?

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A client demonstrates excessive lumbar lordosis, anterior pelvic tilt, and knee valgus during assessments. Which muscles should be activated in the corrective exercise program?

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A client with forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and arms that fall forward during the Overhead Squat Assessment needs which comprehensive corrective strategy?

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During a comprehensive assessment, a client shows: feet that turn outward, knees that bow inward, and excessive forward lean. What is the root cause of these compensations?

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A client with chronic lower back pain demonstrates an anterior pelvic tilt and decreased hip extension range of motion. Which combination of techniques should be performed first?

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When designing a corrective exercise program for a client with pronation distortion syndrome, which sequence is most appropriate?

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A client demonstrates asymmetrical weight shift during the Overhead Squat Assessment (shifts to the right). This most likely indicates:

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In the context of the kinetic chain, how does ankle dorsiflexion limitation affect the entire movement system during a squat?

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