ACSM Exam 010-111 Topic 3 Question 53 Discussion

Actual exam question for ACSM's 010-111 exam

Question #: 53
Topic #: 3

[All 010-111 Questions]

Downhill running is characterized by eccentric activation of the ______.

Ahamstrings

Btransverse abdominus

Cbrachioradialis

Dquadriceps

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Suggested Answer: D

by Corrina at May 09, 2024, 07:44 AM

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Martha

3 days ago

The quadriceps are definitely the ones doing the eccentric work during downhill running. This is classic biomechanics knowledge.

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Novella

7 days ago

I'm not sure, but I think it might be D) quadriceps because they also play a role in stabilizing the knee during downhill running.

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Iluminada

9 days ago

I agree with Paola, because hamstrings are important for controlling the descent during downhill running.

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Paola

11 days ago

I think the answer is A) hamstrings.

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Alex

12 days ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be D) quadriceps since they are also heavily involved in downhill running.

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Edwin

13 days ago

I agree with Florinda, because downhill running puts a lot of stress on the hamstrings.

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Florinda

15 days ago

I think the answer is A) hamstrings.

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