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

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 a neutral pelvis

Question 5

backside mechanics

Answer 5

proper alignment of the lead leg and pelvis during sprinting which includes ankle plantar flexion, knee extension, hip extension and a 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