MAT 3 MODULE TEST
MAT 3 MODULE TEST
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TOTAL POINTS 77 PASSING 54
1) This course uses the Roller, Ring, Ball and Band to enhance the traditional mat repertoire.
(1 point)
1) True
2) False
2) List all of the Balanced Body Movement Principles. (1 point each - 5 points)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
3) For each of the following exercises, indicate where the Ball can be placed to enhance the
exercise. (8 points)
Exercise Name Ball under the pelvis Ball behind the back Ball between the ankles
or knees
The Hundred
Single Leg Stretch
Criss Cross
Bicycle
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4) For each of the following rolling exercises, indicate where the Ring can be placed to
enhance the exercise. (6 points)
Exercise Name Ring in the hands Ring between the ankles or knees
Rolling Like a Ball
Open Leg Rocker
Boomerang
5) List 2 differences between the Abdominal Curl with the Ball behind the back and the
Abdominal Curl with the Ring in the hands? (2 points)
1)
2)
6) List 2 ways using the Band for Double Leg Kicks makes the exercise easier. (2 points)
1)
2)
7) List 5 exercises on the Roller that can be used to create a dynamic stretching sequence. (5
points)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
8) List 3 exercises using the Band to enhance upper body strength. (3 points)
1)
2)
3)
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9) Using the Balanced Body Movement Principles, program a short workout with the Ring by
completing the grid below. (15 points)
Movement Principle Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3
Trunk Integration
Lower Body Strength
and Power
Upper Body Strength
and Balance
Whole Body Movement
Dynamic Flexibility
10) Design a full workout using each of the props and all of the Movement Principles. List the
exercise name and the prop used for each exercise (30 points)
Movement Principle Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3
Trunk Integration -
Core Warm Ups
Trunk Integration
Trunk Integration
Lower Body Strength
and Power
Lower Body Strength
and Power
Upper Body Strength
and Balance
Upper Body Strength
and Balance
Whole Body Movement
Whole Body Movement
Dynamic Flexibility
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