Chapter 7 Flashcards
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What is a disadvantage of any maximal test?
A
Ensuring maximal effort is exerted, dangers of injury
1
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Give 6 reasons for fitness testing
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To identify current level of fitness To highlight strengths and weakness To evaluate effects of a training program Talent ID To motivate To add variety to a training program
2
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What is the main disadvantage of sub maximal tests
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They depend on projection to an unknown maximum
3
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What are the limitations of fitness tests?
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Not sport specific
Predictive
Don’t take into account sporting environment
4
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What is validity?
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Whether a test measures what it aims to
5
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What is reliability?
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The accuracy of the results
6
Q
Give 5 factors which could affect test result
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Environment Personal factors Prior test experience Time of day Personality of tester
7
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Describe test protocol to eliminate inaccuracies
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Efficient and accurate recording equipment Correct technique/equipment Use of protocol for scoring Elimination of crowd effects Controlled warm up Same conditions for repeated measures