Practice Muscle Imbalances and Posture - 5.2 | The Body 3 – Health & Physiology | IB MYP Grade 8 Physical and Health Education
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Muscle Imbalances and Posture

5.2 - Muscle Imbalances and Posture

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Question 1 Easy

What is Upper-Cross Syndrome?

💡 Hint: Think of posture related to the upper body.

Question 2 Easy

Name one exercise for strengthening glutes.

💡 Hint: This exercise involves lifting your hips off the ground.

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Question 1

What does Upper-Cross Syndrome involve?

Tight pectorals and weak scapular stabilizers
Tight hamstrings and weak quadriceps
Weak glutes and tight hip flexors

💡 Hint: Recall the symptoms of rounded shoulders.

Question 2

True or False: Muscle imbalances can lead to chronic pain.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how muscles affect our body mechanics.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A client presents with rounded shoulders and neck pain. Develop a corrective exercise plan addressing their upper-cross syndrome.

💡 Hint: Focus on both sides — strengthen weak muscles and stretch the tight ones.

Challenge 2 Hard

You have a training client demonstrating an anterior pelvic tilt. What strategies would you recommend?

💡 Hint: Don't forget to discuss the importance of maintaining core stability.

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