Ch 12- speed, agility and quickness training

Question 1

Define Agility

Answer 1

the ability to accelerate and deaccelerate as fast as possible.

Question 2

Backside Mechanics = ….

Answer 2

triple extension

Question 3

Frontside mechanics = …..

Answer 3

triple FLEXion (always remaining a neutral neck and pelvis)

Question 4

SAQ stands for…

Answer 4

speed, agility, and quickness drill for seniors is called Stand-up and Figure 8

Question 5

Define Quickness

Answer 5

The ability to react and change body position with maximum rate for force production, in all planes of motion, from all body positions, during functional activities

Question 6

Define Speed

Answer 6

The ability to move the body in one intended direction as fast as possible

Question 7

Speed is a product of what?

Answer 7

Stride length and stride rate

Question 8

What are the proper backside gait mechanics?

Answer 8

Ankle plantar flexion; knee extension; hip extension; neutral lumbar spine

Question 9

What are the proper front side gait mechanics?

Answer 9

Ankle dorsiflexion; knee flexion; hip flexion; neutral lumbar spine

Question 10

What are 2 ways SAQ training prevents injury?

Answer 10

Enhances ability to control eccentric force, improves structural integrity of connective tissue

Question 11

4 SAQ cone drills

Answer 11

L.E.F.T. drill, T-drill, box drill, modified box drill