Lab 2: MSK Assessment

Lab Overview

Learning Objectives

  1. Review using the predicted 1-RM calculator to estimate a client’s 1-RM
  2. Review setting up j-hooks and safety bars on the rig, review spotting the back squat
  3. Review setting up the bench press; review spotting for the bench press & dumbbell pressing
  4. Learn how to operate vertec for testing leg power

Lab Tasks

In this week’s lab, you will be required to:

  1. Station 1: Practice installing and removing safety bars. With a partner, set up j-hooks at the correct squat height. Demonstrate proper back squat spotting.
    • Obtain your partner’s predicted 1-RM for either squat, deadlift or leg press
  2. Station 2: With a partner, set up barbell bench press at the correct height. Demonstrate proper bench press spotting. Switch to dumbbells, practice spotting dumbbell pressing.
    • Obtain your partner’s predicted 1-RM for either chest press, shoulder press or chin-up
  3. Station 3: Learn how to adjust and read the vertec.
    • Test your partner’s vertical jump, then calculate their leg power
  4. Station 4: Conduct a sit and reach test on your partner.

Complete the MSK quiz on FOL (due Sunday, Sept 25th at 11:59 PM)