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Question 01

7 points

List the seven roller skating skills the RollerFitness manual states you must be able to perform before beginning your instructor training.

These are listed at the very opening of Module 1 under "Introduction". List each skill clearly — one per line.

Suggested structure

1) [Skill name] 2) [Skill name] 3) [Skill name] 4) [Skill name] 5) [Skill name] 6) [Skill name] 7) [Skill name]

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Question 02

1 point

What is the difference between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions? Tick the correct box that applies.

Think about what happens to a muscle's length during each type of contraction and whether force is being produced.

Guidance

Consider a bicep curl: as you lift the weight the muscle shortens — as you lower it the muscle lengthens. Both phases still produce force. Only one answer correctly describes both types.

A concentric contraction occurs when a muscle lengthens, while an eccentric contraction occurs when a muscle shortens. A concentric contraction occurs when a muscle shortens while producing force, whereas an eccentric contraction occurs when a muscle lengthens while producing force. Concentric and eccentric contractions are different names for the same type of muscle action.

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Question 03

1 point

Explain how repetitive single-plane training creates muscle imbalances. Tick the correct box that applies.

Reference the "Muscle Fatigue" section in Module 1. Consider what happens to opposing muscle groups when only one plane of movement is trained repeatedly.

Guidance

Think about the relationship between prime mover muscles and their opposing (antagonist) muscles. If you only train in one direction or plane, which muscles get worked and which get neglected? What does that imbalance cause over time?

Repetitive single-plane training develops balanced strength equally across all movement patterns and muscle groups. Repetitive single-plane training prevents overuse injuries because the same muscles become stronger with every repetition. Repetitive single-plane training can cause muscle imbalances because some muscles are repeatedly strengthened while opposing muscles are underused. Repetitive single-plane training improves mobility in every plane of movement, including sagittal, frontal, and transverse planes. Muscle imbalances only occur when a person lifts heavy weights and cannot be caused by movement patterns. Training in only one plane of motion automatically improves performance in all sports and daily activities. Repetitive single-plane training ensures that stabilising muscles are challenged as much as prime mover muscles. Muscle imbalances caused by single-plane training are always visible and have no effect on movement efficiency.

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Question 04

1 point

One of the eight reasons to skate is cardiovascular health. Using large muscle groups throughout the body increases circulation and helps deliver oxygen efficiently around the body.

Refer to the "Eight Reasons to Skate" section in Module 1. Consider what cardiovascular exercise does to the heart, blood vessels and oxygen delivery.

Guidance

Think about the physiological effect of engaging large muscle groups during aerobic exercise. What happens to heart rate, blood flow, and how oxygen is transported to working muscles?

True False

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Question 05

2 points

In fitness and movement training, the term 'ROM' is commonly used when discussing exercise technique, flexibility, mobility, and joint function. What does the acronym 'ROM' stand for? Tick the correct box, then explain what it means.

This term appears throughout the manual when describing how joints and muscles move during exercise. Think about joint movement and how far a limb can travel.

Guidance

Select the correct acronym expansion from the list, then in your explanation describe: — What ROM refers to in practical terms — Why it matters for exercise technique — How it applies to roller skating movements

Rate of Motion Resistance of Movement Range of Muscle Rotation of Mobility Range of Motion Repetition of Movement Reaction of Muscles Rhythm of Motion

Now explain what it is:

Introduction to RollerFitness