App Daily Questions Flashcards
Which macronutrient provides the most readily-available form of energy?
glucose
In the T-test, how far apart are the right and left cones from the center cones?
5 yards
What are the instructions for the T-Test?
- four cones in the shape of a T, athlete starts at the bottom
- sprints forward to center cone
- shuffle five yards to the left cone
- shuffle ten yards to the right cone
- shuffle five yards to center cone
- backpedal to starting cone
anabolic steroids mimic the effect of which hormone?
testosterone
what type of skeletal joints allows the largest range of motion?
synovial
how many vertebrae are there (excluding coccyx)
29
(7 cervical, 12 thoracic, 5 lumbar, 5 sacral)
what is the name for the type of stretching that involves contract relax? (not PT school definition)
PNF stretching
when an athlete works at an intensity of 65% VO2 max or higher, what is the body’s major source of energy?
muscle glycogen
how can strength and conditioning professionals assist in the injury rehab process for athletes?
understand and address the risk factors for injury and re-injury
what is the most effective dose and timing of caffeine to improve performance during endurance exercise?
3-9 mg/kg of body weight ingested one hour before training
if an athlete completes a pro-agility test in five seconds, what was their average speed during the test?
4 yards per second
how many bones are in the human body?
206
which exercise has the fastest upward overhead movement?
snatch
What is the average vertical jump height for female D1 volleyball players?
around 20 inches
What is the most important change for an overweight athlete who is attempting to lose weight?
creating a negative calorie balance (diet)
