Training
This is the principle that involves gradually increasing the intensity of exercise to improve performance.
Progressive Overload
This macronutrient is the body’s primary source of energy, providing 4 calories per gram.
Carbohydrates
After a long cycling session, your client feels tightness in the area between the hip and knee. Which muscle group should they target with foam rolling or Theragun?
IT Band
Anytime Fitness was founded in which year?
2002
A client struggles with balance and stability while performing a Bulgarian split squat. What would be the best regression exercise to help them build up to the full movement?
Reverse Lunge
These substances, commonly found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, help protect the body from oxidative damage and support immune function.
antioxidants
Your client is recovering from an intense strength training session and is experiencing muscle soreness. What biomechanical principle is involved when they use foam rolling to enhance recovery?
self-myofascial release (SMR)
In which state was the first Anytime Fitness gym opened?
Minnesota
A client is experiencing pain in their lower back when performing squats. What is the most likely cause of this discomfort?
poor core engagement during the squat
This is the name of the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels by facilitating glucose uptake into cells.
Insulin
Your client is having trouble with their lunge form, feeling tightness in the hip area during the movement. You've tried foam rolling, but the issue persists. What alternative recovery technique could be used to release tension and allow for better mobility?
using the Theragun on the hip flexors and glutes,
What year did the Musleh family open their first Anytime Fitness location?
2011
This muscular imbalance occurs when the hip flexors become tight and the glutes become weak, contributing to poor posture and low back pain.
Anterior Pelvic Tilt
What is the most common source of added sugars in the average American diet?
Sugary drinks (like soda and juices)
A client has discomfort in their upper back, specifically around the scapular area, after performing a series of rows. How long should you use the Theragun on this region to alleviate tightness and improve movement quality for their next workout?
1 to 2 minutes per hamstring
Who are the co-founders of Anytime Fitness?
Chuck Runyon and Dave Mortensen
A client is trying to improve their squat but struggles with keeping their heels on the ground. What is the most likely cause of this issue?
tight calves or poor ankle mobility
A client reports feeling excessively thirsty and fatigued during workouts. After reviewing their diet, you notice they are not consuming enough of a certain mineral. Which mineral might they be lacking?
Sodium
A client recovering from a high-intensity workout asks you how sleep impacts their muscle recovery process. What is the role of sleep in muscle repair and performance?
sleep plays a critical role in
1. muscle protein synthesis
2. growth hormone release
3. reduction of cortisol (stress hormone)
In 2010, Anytime Fitness opened its first international location. In which country was this location?
Australia