Athlete Assessments 1 Flashcards
What are some reasons for testing athletes?
- assess athletic talent to see areas of improvement
- goal setting to see baseline measurements
How are energy systems used in assessing athletes?
-the assessment must have the energy system that matches the sport of the athlete
For basketball, what assessment would be similar to movements throughout the sport?
-vertical jump test
True/False: 1RM tests can worsen existing heart problems.
-True
True/False: You do not have to consider heat while performing heavy physical exertion.
-False
What two elements make up a recording form?
- space for assessment comparisons
2. space for comments about the tests
Which is more preferred when it comes to test format?
a. individual
b. group
B. group
True/False: If you have an athlete doing multiple tests in one day it is important to allow the athlete complete recovery time.
-True
What is the sequence of tests?
- non-fatiguing tests
- agility tests
- sprint tests
- local muscular endurance tests
- fatiguing anaerobic tests
- aerobic tests
True/False: It is a good idea to announce in advance what the athlete will be tested on.
-True
True/False: It is considered cheating if you allow a practice test a few days before the actual test.
-False
In order to prepare an athlete for testing you should:
a. warm up appropriately
b. allow practice on test
c. demonstrate test correctly
d. all of the above
D. all of the above
True/False: For the standing long jump, my toes can be a little in front of the line.
-False
True/False: One of the equipment that is used for the vertical jump test is colored chalk.
-True
True/False: For the sit and reach test, your ankles should be dorsiflexed.
-True
