Cycling Instruction Practice Exam

Forward head posture

Rounded shoulders

Toeing out

All of the above

Repeated pedaling motion

Poor running shoes

Bike seat setting is too high or low

All of the above

No pain or soreness during or after activity

No pain or soreness during but lots of pain after

Mild pain during the activity and soreness after

Pain throughout the entire run

How to maintain their bike

How to avoid injury

Where to cycle on roads less traveled

All of the above

Always check posture

Never miss a warm up or cool down

Place emphasis on the larger trunk muscles

All of the above

The body is not handling the stress

The body has too much inflammation still

You should not advance in your training

All of the above

Check the frame size

Check the handlebar position

Saddle tilt and position

All of the above

Apply ice after the activity

Rest the affected area

Compress the area

All of the above

No pain or soreness during or after running

Pain for the first 5 minutes only

Pain after the run

None of the above

Plantar Fasciitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

Shinsplints

Practice Exam

1. Which of these are common postural flaws for someone who cycles?

2. Illiotibial Band Syndrome is most likely caused by which issues?

3. Which of these symptoms would allow you to increase intensity and volume at the next training run?

4. What are some cycling tips to keep in mind?

5. Which of the following statements is true regarding preventing injuries?

6. If you experience mild pain during the activity and it lasts greater than 24 hours, what does this mean?

7. Which of these should you consider when trying to avoid a cycling injury?

8. If you suspect an injury, what should you do following the activity?

9. What is one condition that would allow you to return to training safely?

10. Which injury describes pain on the tendon between the heel and the calf muscles?