2] Sports PT Flashcards
sports PT is a specialized practice that focuses on the
PHYSICALLY ACTIVE individual
SPT needs to know
Playing surface
Rules
Physical demands of the athlete
Helmets
Protect head NOT cervical spine
Rehab brace
Protect and control motion
Functional brace
Stabilize ligament-deficient knees
Prophylactic braces
Protect medial compartment against valgus forces
Taping
Prevents MSK injuries NOT as sub for strength
Periodization is defined as
Gradual cycling of specificity, intensity and volume to achieve peak levels of fitness for competition
Periodization prevents
Negative aspects of trig like staleness, overtraining and boredom
General prep phase
Mod strength
High volume
Low intensity
Sets and reps for general prep phase
3-5 sets of 8-12 reps
50-80% 1 RM
Non explosive core
Assist exercises
General prep phase
Special prep phase
Mod strength, volume and intensity
Sets and reps for special prep phase
3-5 sets of 5-6 reps
80-90% 1 RM
Explosive core
Plyometrics
Nonexplosive core
Assist
Special prep phase