Chapter 12

Question 1

Speed

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Stride rate

Answer 2

The number of strides taken in a given amount of time (or distance).

Question 3

Stride length

Answer 3

The distance covered with each stride.

Question 4

Frontside mechanics

Answer 4

Proper alignment of the lead leg and pelvis during sprinting, which includes ankle dorsiflexion, knee flexion, hip flexion, and neutral pelvis.

Question 5

Backside mechanics

Answer 5

Proper alignment of the rear leg and pelvis during sprinting, which includes ankle plantar flexion, knee extension, hip extension, and neutral pelvis.

Question 6

Agility

Answer 6

The ability to accelerate, decelerate, stabilize, and change direction quickly while maintaining proper posture.

Question 7

Quickness

Answer 7

The 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.