What are the two things that are the most important to develop for a solid relationship between the fitness professional and the client?
Trust and open communication.
Limited communication and openness regarding feelings.
A lack of boundaries and close relationships.
Trust and efficiency.
Which of the following is not a part of this program?
The "no pain, no gain" philosophy
Encouraging clients to only stretch to the first point of stretch awareness
Believing that pain should be avoided in all circumstances
The Golden Rule of Stretching
What type of clothing is best suited for an assisted stretching session?
Any type of clothing is fine as long as the client is comfortable.
Any type of clothing that will keep the client warm during the session.
Workout clothes that have a tighter fit and have a stretch to the material.
Workout clothing that is the most minimal in coverage so the fitness professional can see their body easily.
What types of movement should be used to engage the sympathetic nervous system?
Quick and strong movements
Continual movements while concentrating on slow breathing
It is more of a mindset than movement that activates different branches of the nervous system
Slow and steady movements
Why is pain during assisted stretching not only unnecessary but can even be detrimental?
It could lead to crying from the client.
It could increase compliance because the client will think the pain will decrease with more sessions.
It could lead to hypertrophy of the damaged tissue.
It could disrupt trust between client and SFC.
Which of the following statements best describes the Golden Rule?
To never cause pain to the client during the session for any reason.
To make sure the client is comfortable with pain before beginning a session.
To never cause pain to the client or to the fitness professional during the session for any reason.
To never cause unnecessary pain during a session.
What are important aspects of a client's homework?
Homework should include only stretches that clients enjoy
It should take a client a minimum of 30-minutes to complete
It should include several stretches that are applicable to everyone
It should be easy to remember and customized
When should a conversation about client expectations occur?
By the end of the first session.
Before stretching sessions begin.
By the third session to ensure the client's needs are being met.
Before the second session.
What should be done if a client appears to need help that is out of their professional scope of practice?
Suggest the client work with a different individual that specializes in stretching
Have a list of appropriate healthcare providers handy for referral
The SFC should not be concerned if the client appears to need additional help
Suggest the client search out a qualified medical provider of their choice
What can cause soreness after a stretching session?
The client drinking too much water which expands rather than hydrates the tissue.
Being too aggressive or exceeding the limits of the tissue.
Not performing 10 -15 minutes of exercises after the stretch session to re-hydrate the stretched tissues.
Moving too slowly after the stretch sessions may have allowed toxins to build up.
What is a potential hurdle for clients with demanding careers or those that attempt to control every aspect of their lives?
Learning to provide resistance when necessary
Learning to relax
Learning to show up on time
Learning to control each movement
Why is it an excellent idea to check in on a client on the following day after beginning assisted stretching?
It is not necessary to check in on a client and may violate ethical boundaries.
To make sure the client is going to show up to their next appointment.
It can make the client feel cared for and that will add to the beneficial experiences from the new stretching program.
It is the responsible thing to do and shows professionalism.
What emotional state should the fitness professional be in order to best help the client?
Energetic and single-minded
Calm and focused
Eager with specific expectations of outcomes
Calm and energetic
What is a potential result of being dehydrated?
Dehydrated tissue may respond quicker to stretch forces due to the lack of hypermobility.
Being slightly dehydrated will reduce session time because the client will not need to use the restroom.
Tissues may be less receptive to stretching and unable to glide appropriately.
It has very little to do with the impact on flexibility and the results from a session.
What types of movement should be used to engage the parasympathetic nervous system?
Continual movements while concentrating on rapid breathing
Slow and gentle movements
