Module 7 & 8/Quiz 5

A quadriplegic client can participate in a group exercise class, what are some ways to include him/her in the session?

They can be the trainer’s assistant by verbally cueing other participants.
They can be a part of the group exercise circle and can be rep counter’s and cheerleader’s, or the music DJ’s.
They can help the trainer wake up any participants who fall asleep.
They can hold any unused equipment in their lap during the session.

What is the best way to handle a client who has fallen asleep during the workout session?

Depending their situation, try to wake the client to continue to participate with the group. If you cannot wake them, let them stay where they are and finish the class without them.
Let them sleep so you do not embarrass them or distract other participants.
Increase the volume of your speaking in an effort to wake them subtly without disrupting the flow of the session.
Get a staff assistant to gently wake the client and usher him/her from the room.

In a warm-up dance session with a client, should the trainer dance alongside the client or demonstrate and then let the client do the dance on his/her own?

The trainer should always dance alongside the client so the client feels fully supported.
The trainer should never dance alongside the client to ensure that client feels free to explore movement on his/her own.
It is up to the client, this is something the trainer should ask the client before the workout session begins. Not all clients like sharing the stage.
This should always be based on the trainer’s level of comfort.

What part of the workout is most important in keeping the client engaged and motivated to keep moving? And why?

The cool-down. It allows the client to review their goals and take note of their progress.
Strength training. It is the most mentally taxing part of the session; keeping the client moving is important to prevent them from becoming overwhelmed or discouraged.
Cardio. Clients often feel distressed when their heart rate rises significantly; keeping them moving through this discomfort will bolster their confidence.
The warm-up. It sets the tone of the rest of the workout, in the clients mind. If it is fun and gets them laughing, they will want to continue having fun.

How does changing the voice tone as the trainer cues the workout movements keep the client on track?

Changing the voice tone firmly establishes the trainer as an authority figure to minimize disruptive behavior.
Changing the voice tone allows the client to associate given exercises with specific voice tones, which hastens the learning process.
Changing the voice tone at regular intervals allows the client to monitor time elapsed so they can become familiar with the routine cadence of a training session.
Changing the voice tone as the trainer cues the client helps the client stay focused and keeps the tone of the workout lighthearted and fun. It changes the perspective of the client as the trainer being in authority and bossy to being relational and friendly.

What is the purpose of story-telling in a dumbbell workout?

It keeps clients engaged during rest periods within a training session.
It gives clients an opportunity to describe their likes, dislikes, and goals, which deepens rapport.
It distracts and calms clients who may become agitated during a training session.
It disguises a strength training session as a game, and makes the workout seem less difficult.

How can a trainer help a client complete a dumbbell raise if they do not have use of their fingers?

Have the client mimic the movement using a PVC pipe.
If a client does not have use of their fingers, it is impossible for them to perform a dumbbell raise.
Have the client perform the movement without added weight while guiding them through a visualization exercise.
They can attach a band to the wrist of the client. They can have the client form a fist and punch a ball in the air. Or they can attach a soft ankle weight to the clients’ wrist and he/she can complete the exercise.

PVC Pipe can be used as what type of strength training equipment for a non-ambulatory client?

A PVC pipe can be used for playing tug-of-war with clients.
PVC pipe can be used a push-up or pull-up bar, as well as a barbell.
A PVC pipe can mimic a javelin.
A PVC pipe can hold small weighted balls that help clients develop stability.

How does the landmine set up for the barbell squats help the client feel safe?

It keeps their hands occupied so they are more focused on generating power through their legs.
It gives the client a feeling of being grounded and “locked in,” which helps alleviate anxiety.
It allows him to lean into the barbell to sit or stand, and eliminates the fear of him falling backward.
It limits side-to-side movement and functions to support proper form.

What purpose does the box serve in the barbell squats?

It gives the client a chance to rest as needed between repetitions.
It allows the client to generate momentum by lifting his/her feet and rocking back before standing back up.
It allows the client to easily reposition his/her feet between repetitions.
It gives the client a target for how low he needs to squat before standing back up.

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