Chapter 3: Testing in Sports Performance

Question 1

Sports performance testing

Answer 1

A systematic approach
to problem-solving that provides the sports performance professional with a basis for making educated decisions about exercise and acute variable selection.

Question 2

Beta-blockers

Answer 2

Generally used as antihypertensive (high blood pressure), may also be prescribed for arrhythmias (irregular heart rate).

Question 3

Calcium channel blockers

Answer 3

Generally prescribed for hypertension and angina (chest pain).

Question 4

Nitrates

Answer 4

Generally prescribed for hypertension, congestive heart failure.

Question 5

Diuretics

Answer 5

Generally prescribed for hypertension, congestive heart failure, and peripheral edema.

Question 6

Bronchodilators

Answer 6

Generally prescribed to correct or prevent bronchial smooth muscle constrictor in individuals with asthma and other pulmonary diseases.

Question 7

Vasodilators

Answer 7

Used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Question 8

Antidepressants

Answer 8

Used in the treatment of various psychiatric and emotional disorders.

Question 9

RHR

Answer 9

Resting Heart Rate

Question 10

Systolic Blood Pressure

Answer 10

The pressure produced by the heart as it pumps blood to the body.

Question 11

Diastolic Blood Pressure

Answer 11

The minimum pressure within the arteries through a full cardiac cycle.

Question 12

Circumference Measurement: Neck

Answer 12

Neck is measured level with the Adam’s apple

Question 13

Circumference Measurement: Chest

Answer 13

Chest is measured across the nipple line

Question 14

Circumference Measurement: Waist

Answer 14

Waist is measured at the narrowest point of the waist, below the rib cage and just above the iliac crest. If there is no apparent narrowing of the waist, measure at the naval

Question 15

Circumference Measurement: Hip

Answer 15

Hip measurements are taken at the widest portion of the buttocks

Question 16

Circumference Measurement: Thigh

Answer 16

Thigh is measured 10 inches above the top of the patella

Question 17

Circumference Measurement: Calves

Answer 17

Calves are measured at the maximal calf circumference between the ankle
and the knee

Question 18

Circumference Measurement: Biceps

Answer 18

Biceps are measured at the maximal circumference of the biceps; measure
with arm extended, palm facing forward

Question 19

Posture

Answer 19

The independent and interdependent alignment (static posture) and function (transitional and dynamic posture) of all components of the human movement system at any given moment.

Question 20

Structural

efficiency

Answer 20

The alignment of the musculoskeletal system, which allows the center of gravity to be maintained over a base of support.

Question 21

Functional

efficiency

Answer 21

The ability of the neuromuscular system to monitor and manipulate movement during functional tasks, using the least amount of energy, and creating the least amount of stress of the kinetic chain.

Question 22

Functional

strength

Answer 22

The ability of the neuromuscular system to contract eccentrically, isometrically, and concentrically in all three planes of motion.

Question 23

Overhead Squat Assessment

Answer 23

This assessment is designed to measure dynamic flexibility, core strength, balance, and overall neuromuscular control.