Back Exercise Online CE Exam

This product is delivered online:

• Continuing education exam
• NOTE: The text Back Exercise is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included in this version. Purchase this version only if you already own the text or ebook.

Consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions, this continuing education exam is designed to be taken after reading Back Exercise. The exam will test your knowledge of the information presented in the book, so you can uncover and understand sources of back pain and pursue continuing education in the process.

Learning Objectives
After reading the book and successfully completing the 50-question multiple-choice exam, you will be able to do the following:

• Identify the anatomy of the spine, including the distinct sections of the vertebral column.
• Discuss the scope of practice for personal trainers working with clients experiencing acute or chronic pain.
• Explain how exercise can reduce low back pain.
• Describe the muscles responsible for stabilizing the spine.
• Explain how an exercise program can help reduce low back pain while improving overall movement efficiency.
• Demonstrate how to perform exercises that can enhance spinal stability while reducing low back pain.
• Explain a progressively challenging exercise program with appropriate adjustments for volume and intensity.
• Demonstrate exercises that can enhance the strength of the spine.
• Explain which exercises may be contraindicated (avoided) due to a specific preexisting injury or postural distortion.
• Identify conditions that can affect the normal structure and function of the spine.

Audience

A continuing education course for personal trainers, group exercise instructors, athletic trainers, and other certified fitness professionals.

Brian Richey is a personal trainer, educator, and industry leader in the fields of medical exercise and corrective exercise. His unique approach to managing clients’ medical conditions through exercise has helped thousands move better, stand taller, and exercise without pain.

Brian earned his BS in kinesiology and exercise science from the University of Hawaii. He has multiple certifications from the American Academy of Health, Fitness, and Rehabilitation Professionals: Medical Exercise Program Director, Medical Exercise Specialist, and Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist. He is a faculty educator and master instructor with Balanced Body.

Brian brings his knowledge in medical exercise, corrective exercise, and integrated movement to the masses through lectures and workshops, both in person and online. He is based in Washington, D.C., where he proudly owns and operates Fit 4 Life DC.