Review Quiz

REVIEW QUIZ: ‘EMBRACING THE WOBBLE’ IN BALANCE POSTURES

1. Multiple Choice: What does “Embrace the Wobble” signify in the context of balance postures?

A) It means to avoid imbalance.

B) It is an indication of lack of skill.

C) It symbolizes growth and learning.

D) It stands for mastering the posture.

2. Multiple Choice: Which sensory systems play a role in the science of balance or postural control?

a) Vision

b) Proprioception

c) Digestive system

d) Vestibular system

3. Multiple Choice: In the context of yoga, what does the practice of Drishti help achieve?

a) Increase flexibility

b) Build muscle strength

c) Calm the mind and bring steadiness to the body

d) Improve cardiovascular health

4. Fill in the blank: Virabhadrasana 3 can be viewed as ______ performed on one foot.

5. Fill in the blank: Ardha Chandrasana can be viewed as ______ performed on one foot.

6. Fill in the blank: Dhanurasana can be viewed as ______ performed on one foot.

7. True/False: Real stillness is derived from holding movement in continuity rather than holding stillness itself.

8. Multiple Choice: While walking, how much time is an individual typically balancing on one foot?

A) 50%

B) 60%

C) 70%

D) 80%

9. Short Answer: Why is balance considered vital on a daily basis, especially as we age?

10. Short Answer: Describe the purpose of the Drishti in yoga.

11. Fill in the Blanks: The ______ and ______ are the top two muscles of our lateral line that support the balancing act of our head over our shoulders.

Answers:

1. C) It symbolizes growth and learning.

2. A,B,D

3. C

4. Parsvottanasana

5. Trikonasana

6. Natarajasana

7. True

8. D) 80%

9. Balance is regarded as crucial for an

individual's well-being. Enhancing our

balance corresponds to an improved quality

of life as we mature. It is linked to movement

efficiency, overall comfort, brain health, and

a decreased risk of issues such as strokes.

Moreover, good balance diminishes the

likelihood of severe falls among seniors.

10. In yoga, the practice of drishti helps cultivate

focus and concentration during asanas. It

is the art of intentionally directing our gaze

to a specific point to calm the mind, bring

steadiness to the body, reduce distractions,

and connect more deeply with the present

moment, thus enhancing balance and

grounding in the pose.

11. Sternocleidomastoid (SCM), Splenius Capitis