Chapter 18

Question 1

How does cross training in an aerobic exercise plan effect injuries?

Answer 1

Helps prevent injuries

Question 2

Tapering: Advantages, Definition, Goals

Answer 2

Def: systematically reducing duration and intensity with an increased emphasis on technique and nutrition.
Goals: achieve adequate recovery and rehydration, increase muscle liver glycogen stores, attain peak performance at time of competition

Question 3

Aerobic Endurance + Resistance Advantages

Answer 3

Faster recovery from injuries, prevention of over use injuries, and reduction of muscle imbalances.

Question 4

Offseason: Objective, frequncey, duration, intensity

Answer 4

O: develop sound conditioning base
F: 5-6x week
Duration: long
Intensity: low to moderate

Question 5

Preaseason: Objective, frequncey, duration, intensity

Answer 5

O: improve factors important to performance
F: 6-7x per week
D: mod-long
I: mod-high

Question 6

In season: Objective, frequncey, duration, intensity

Answer 6

O: maintain factors important for performance
F: 5-6x per week (training and racing)
D: short (training) race distance (racing)
I: low (training) high (racing)

Question 7

Post-season: Objective, frequncey, duration, intensity

Answer 7

O: recovery from competitive season
F: 3-5x per week
D: short
I: low

Question 8

Aerobic Endurance program design variables (5)

Answer 8

1. Mode 2. Frequency 3. Intensity 4. Duration 5. progression