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What is the primary benefit of midline stabilisation in functional movements?
What is the primary benefit of midline stabilisation in functional movements?
Core-to-extremity movement refers to generating force from the extremities first.
Core-to-extremity movement refers to generating force from the extremities first.
False
What could be a consequence of losing midline stabilisation during dynamic movements?
What could be a consequence of losing midline stabilisation during dynamic movements?
Spinal injuries such as disc herniation
The _____ plane divides the body into front and back halves.
The _____ plane divides the body into front and back halves.
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Match the following movement themes with their definitions:
Match the following movement themes with their definitions:
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What is the primary benefit of engaging the posterior-chain muscles during lifts?
What is the primary benefit of engaging the posterior-chain muscles during lifts?
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Which group of muscles is primarily engaged in midline stabilisation?
Which group of muscles is primarily engaged in midline stabilisation?
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Sound hip function is not critical when lifting heavy objects.
Sound hip function is not critical when lifting heavy objects.
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Incorrect sequencing of movements can increase the risk of injury.
Incorrect sequencing of movements can increase the risk of injury.
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What does active shoulders refer to in the context of load-bearing movements?
What does active shoulders refer to in the context of load-bearing movements?
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Proper posterior-chain engagement helps maintain ______________ during lifts.
Proper posterior-chain engagement helps maintain ______________ during lifts.
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Which of the following risks is associated with poor posterior-chain engagement?
Which of the following risks is associated with poor posterior-chain engagement?
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Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining balance about the frontal plane?
Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining balance about the frontal plane?
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Achieving full range of motion about a joint improves joint health and flexibility.
Achieving full range of motion about a joint improves joint health and flexibility.
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What is a potential consequence of incomplete or slow hip extension?
What is a potential consequence of incomplete or slow hip extension?
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What is the definition of 'full range of motion about a joint'?
What is the definition of 'full range of motion about a joint'?
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Study Notes
Common Movement Themes in CrossFit
- Functional movements, from basic to complex, share common themes for safe, effective execution
- Understanding these themes helps coaches improve movement and reduce injury risk
Midline Stabilization
- Definition: Maintaining natural spine and pelvis alignment, preventing deviation from a neutral position
- Mechanics: Engaging core muscles (abs, obliques, spinal erectors) to create a stable "belt" around the spine
- Benefits: Improves force transfer during lifts, protects spine from shear forces, reduces injury risk
- Risks: Loss of midline stabilization, especially during dynamic movements, can lead to spinal injuries (like disc herniation)
Core-to-Extremity Movement
- Definition: Force generation sequence starting from the core (abs, hips) and moving to extremities (arms, legs)
- Mechanics: Larger core muscles initiate force, efficiently transferring power to smaller, faster muscles
- Benefits: Maximizes force production, reduces injury risk to smaller muscles/joints
- Risks: Incorrect sequencing (e.g., moving arms before hips/legs) reduces power and increases injury risk
Balance About the Frontal Plane
- Definition: Maintaining balance along the front/back axis of the body
- Mechanics: Proper alignment prevents excessive force on joints, keeps the athlete balanced
- Benefits: Improves efficiency, minimizes effort needed to move objects (e.g., maintaining a straight bar path during a lift)
- Risks: Deviations from optimal frontal plane alignment can negatively impact form, increase injury risk, but risk is usually minimal
Posterior-Chain Engagement
- Definition: Activating muscles on the back of the body (hamstrings, glutes, spinal erectors)
- Mechanics: Provides balance, knee support, and maintains midline stabilization
- Benefits: Maximizes power, minimizes injury risk through proper alignment and muscle engagement
- Risks: Poor engagement can shift balance forward, strain knees, and reduce force generation
Sound Hip Function
- Definition: Effective hip flexion and extension maximizing force output
- Mechanics: Powerful hip extension crucial for applying maximum force during lifts (e.g., snatch, clean)
- Benefits: Ensures maximum force application, movement efficiency
- Risks: Incomplete or slow hip extension reduces power, stresses other muscles
Active Shoulders
- Definition: Achieving a stable shoulder position during load bearing movements
- Mechanics: Applying force in the opposite direction to the load (e.g., pushing on a bar in an overhead squat)
- Benefits: Optimizes skeletal alignment, prevents impingement, maximises force potential
- Risks: Loss of active shoulder position leads to instability, increasing risk of impingement/injury
Full Range of Motion About a Joint
- Definition: Utilizing the complete anatomical movement range of a joint
- Mechanics: Reaching full depth in a squat
- Benefits: Enhances power generation, joint health, flexibility, neuromuscular coordination
- Risks: Training beyond natural range compromises joint health; limited range results in strength/flexibility deficits
Effective Stance and/or Grip
- Definition: Optimal foot and hand positioning for optimal mechanics and maximum performance
- Mechanics: Different movements require varying stances (e.g., wider stance for squats)
- Benefits: Improves task efficiency, promotes proper movement patterns
- Risks: Ineffective stance/grip compromises performance, increases injury risk
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This quiz explores essential movement themes in CrossFit, focusing on functional movements and their safe execution. Participants will learn about midline stabilization and core-to-extremity movement, vital for injury prevention and performance enhancement.
