Triathlon Practice Exam

Repeated pedaling motion

Poor running shoes

Bike seat setting is too high or low

All of the above

Overtraining

Overuse

Little to no running experience

Performing stretches after a run

Use proper riding form

Use proper running form

Use proper gear when training

All of the above

Shoulder injuries

Shin splints

Heal injuries

None of the above

Patellar Tendinitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

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

Do you stretch on a regular basis?

Do you warm up prior to training?

Are you aware of good posture?

All of the above

Patellar Tendinitis

Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Achilles Tendinitis

Shinsplints

Uneven ground including cracks and grates

Where your partner is running

Make sure you have good running shoes

Both A and C

500 minus your age

440 minus your age

220 minus your age

130 minus your age

Practice Exam

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

2. Each of these is a risk factor for a triathlon injury except?

3. Which factors will help someone alleviate or manage back pain?

4. What injuries are you most subject to when training for swimming?

5. What are some of the most common injuries?

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

7. What are some questions you can ask if you are struggling with recurring injuries?

8. Which injury is also called ‘cycler’s knee’?

9. What should you watch for while running?

10. How do you calculate maximum heart rate?