4.2 - Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance Flashcards

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what is quantitative data?

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contains factual information and numerical values

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what is qualitative data?

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is subjective, as it looks at feelings, opinions and emotions

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what is objective data?

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based upon facts and is measurable

- in fitness testing it involves measurements and therefore are more likely to be accurate

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what is subjective data?

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is based upon personal opinions, assumptions, interpretations and beliefs

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what is validity?

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when testing a performer, ensuring the test is valid and set up in a way that produces reliable results

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what needs to be taken into account when assessing the validity of a test?

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  • is the research method relevant and does it do exactly what it is set out to do?
  • is the test sport-specific
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what is reliability?

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  • when a test produces results that are consistent and can be repeated with the same outcome
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what considerations need to be taken into account when ensuring a test is reliable?

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  • tester should be experienced
  • equipment should be standardised
  • sequencing of tests is important
  • repetition of tests should be possible to avoid human error
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