9.1- Core Musculature and Function 1 Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. When engaged globally, core musculature works by changing which of the following?1 The shape of the lumbar spine The length of the Rectus Abdominis The volume of the abdominal cavity The amount of pressure that the abdominal contents are under When core musculature engages globally, which of the following does not change as a means to stabilize the lumbar?1 The volume of the abdominal cavity The state (contracted vs. relaxed) of some pelvic floor muscles The state (contracted vs. relaxed) of the Transverse Abdominis The amount of space inside the abdominal cavity Which of the following is most often put at risk when core musculature fails to stabilize the spine when needed?1 The discs of the thoracic spine The abdominal contents The sacroiliac joint The discs of the lumbar vertebrae The thoracic vertebrae The lumbar vertebrae What are the two main effects of core stability that were stated in the lesson?1 It allows force generated in the legs to be transferred directly to the upper body or vice versa, without dissipating in an unstable abdomen; and aids digestion. It allows force generated in the legs to be transferred directly to the upper body or vice versa, without dissipating in an unstable abdomen; and it stabilizes the lumbar spine. Stabilizes the lumbar spine; and makes Ujjayi Pranayama easier. Stabilizes the lumbar spine; and makes the practitioner more attractive Generates internal heat; and makes Ujjayi Pranayama easier. It is beneficial to have strong, inflexible core musculature.1 True False