4/19 II - 20 cards A Flashcards
when it comes to stretching, what is false regarding the resistance point
when resistance point is reached, decrease force
A tissue’s ability to return to its original resting length after passive stretch is reached, what is this called?
elasticity - ability of soft tissue to return to its original resting length
where should right hand reach when performing “behind the neck” stretch for RIGHT triceps/lat?
toward left scapulae
which tests would help ID athletes with POTENTIAL to excel in sports?
predictive validity
which of the guidelines are used to plan and administer an aerobic endurance test in the heat?
determine humidity and air temp before testing
athlete suggests pro-agility test before season. Which characteristics of this test is the most important when determining to add to testing battery?
specificity - test needs to measure a parameter of performance that is specific to the sport
what is common movement error on upward movement of barbell bent over row?
lifting torso up
if athlete has red skin, stops sweating during session and is having cramps/nausea what condition is this?
heatstroke
knee jerk reflex is caused by what?
muscle spindles
what is main difference between essential and non-essential amino acids?
nonessential acids are synthesized in body, while essential aminos must be consumed
athletes in which have highest VO2 max?
rowing
which exercises within strongman comps improve grip/back endurance, provides unstable and awkward resistance?
farmers walk
when an endurance athlete injects erythropoietin, what will achieve EXCEPT:
increased levels of growth hormone
what is order of four phases to develop new facility?
predesign, design, construction, preoperation phase
athlete sees decrease in her vertical jump in session, which phase is this?
alarm
