Client Assessments

What is the average bodyfat percentage for males?

17-25%

During the squat or overhead squat assessment, which of the following muscles are likely overactive (tight) if knee valgus occurs?

Adductors

What does body composition measure?

Fat mass and lean body mass

From bottom to top, what are the six kinetic chain checkpoints?

Foot and ankle, knee, hips, spine, shoulders, neck and head

Which spinal deviation is characterized by the excessive curvature of the thoracic spine?

Kyphosis

What type of muscular assessment is the push-up test?

Muscular endurance assessment

What document should a personal trainer collect from a client to show they are ready to begin an exercise program and explain any restrictions or limitations they have?

Physician's letter of clearance

What type of client assessments are based on observations and opinions?

Subjective assessments

During the overhead squat assessment, which of the following muscle is likely underactive (weak) if the heels elevate?

Tibialis anterior

What postural and movement deviation occurs when the knees excessively bow outward away from the midline?

knee varus