Core Training Quiz

In the context of core musculature, what is the main function of local muscles?

• Provide large movements

• Stabilize the spine

• Increase flexibility

• Enhance endurance

Which muscle group is primarily involved in stabilizing and rotating spinal segments?

• Rectus abdominis

• Rotatores

• Latissimus dorsi

• Pectoralis major

What is the primary action of the transverse abdominis?

• Regulate inspiration

• Increase intra-abdominal pressure

• Flex the spine

• Extend the spine

Which of the following is NOT a primary action of the diaphragm?

• Regulate inspiration

• Increase intra-abdominal pressure

• Assist in breathing

• Separate thoracic and abdominal cavities

Which of the following muscles supports the contents of the pelvis?

• Pelvic floor

• Triceps brachii

• Rectus Abdominus

• Sartorius

What is the role of global muscles in load transfer?

• Transfer load between UE and LE

• Transfer load between head and neck

• Transfer load between arms and legs

• Transfer load between fingers and toes

Which muscle is responsible for trunk/spine flexion, contralateral rotation, and lateral flexion?

• Rectus abdominis

• External obliques

• Biceps brachii

• Latissimus dorsi

What additional actions does the iliopsoas muscle perform besides hip flexion?

• Hip abduction and internal rotation

• Hip adduction and external rotation

• Knee flexion and extension

• Shoulder flexion and extension