PILATES COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (GRADED
A+)
True or False: This course uses the Roller, Ring, Ball and Band to enhance the
traditional mat repertoire - ANSWER-True
List all of the Balanced Body Movement Principles. (5) - ANSWER-1. Trunk Integration
2. Lower Body Training
3. Upper Body Training
4. Whole Body Movement
5. Mobility & Restoration
Where can the ball be placed to enhance The Hundred? - ANSWER-Behind the back
Between ankles or knees
Where can the ball be placed to enhance the Single Leg Stretch? - ANSWER-Behind
the back
Where can the ball be placed to enhance Criss Cross? - ANSWER-Behind the back
Where can the ball be placed to enhance Bicycle? - ANSWER-Under the pelvis
Where can the ring be placed to enhance Rolling Like A Ball? - ANSWER-Hands
Between ankles or knees
Where can the ring be placed to enhance Open Leg Rocker? - ANSWER-Between
ankles or knees
Where can the ring be placed to enhance Boomerang? - ANSWER-Between the ankles
or knees
List 2 differences between the Abdominal Curl with the Ball behind the back and the
Abdominal Curl with the Ring in the hands. - ANSWER-1. Ball aids in spinal
extension/flexion
2. Ring activates midline
3. Ball helps with rotation
List 2 ways using the Band for Double Leg kicks makes the exercise easier. -
ANSWER-1. It helps with extension
2. Assists those who can't put their hands behind their backs, allows for a wider grip
3. Activates legs
