ch12 Flashcards
speed
ability to move body in one intended direction as fast as possible; product of stride rate and stride length
quickness
ability to react and change body position with maximal rate of force production in all planes of motion and from all body positions, during functional activities
agility
ability to start, stop, and change direction quickly, while maintaining proper posture
requires high levels of neuromuscular efficiency to be able to maintain ones center of gravity over their base of support while changing directions at various speeds
population for SAQ as primary exercise
youth
why youth SAQ
variety of exposures to physiologic, neuromuscular, and biomechanics demands, resulting in further development of physical ability
decrease likelihood of athletic injury, increase likelihood of exercise participation later in life, and improve physical fitness
goal achieved through SAQ
lose body fat
backside mechanics
bending ankle, knee, hip at same time
triple extension
frontside mechanics
refers to front leg in running stance
triple flexion
SAQ exercises
LEFT test
side shuffle
T-test