Chapter 19: Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Concepts

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Speed

Question 2

The ability to start (or accelerate), stop (or decelerate and stabilize), and change direction in response to a signal or stimulus quickly while maintaining postural control

Answer 2

Agility

Question 3

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 dynamic activities

Answer 3

Quickness

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Stride rate

Question 5

The distance covered with each stride during the gait cycle

Answer 5

Stride Length

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Frontside mechanics

Question 7

Proper alignment of the rear leg and pelvis during sprinting, which includes ankle plantarflexion, knee extension, hip extension, and a neutral pelvis

Answer 7

Backside mechanics

Question 8

the bodies ability to naturally sense its general orientation and relative position of its parts

Answer 8

Proprioception

Question 9

The amount of mineral content, such as calcium and phosphorus, in a segment of bone

Answer 9

Bone density

Question 10

Lower than normal bone density and a precursor to osteoporosis

Answer 10

Osteopenia

Question 11

A condition of reduced bone mineral density, which increases risk of bone fracture

Answer 11

Osteoporosis

Question 12

An age-related loss of muscle mass resulting in weakness and frailty in older adults

Answer 12

Sarcopenia