Lockdown Revision Flashcards
Equation for maximum heart rate
220-age
What is Coordination and give an example
The ability to move two or more different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently. For example a tennis serve
What’s the difference between repetitions and sets (to do with weight training.)
A repetition is the number of times you perform that certain exercise
Sets are the number of times you perform a particular weight exercise.
What are the advantages of using circuit training as a method of training?
Large groups can train at the same time Circuits are easy to set up and can be used to train a range of components of fitness. Participants can work at own rate Progress can be checked Not demanding on time Can be done indoors or outdoors All year round training Supervision is not essential Reduced tedium
Why is Balance an important component of fitness to a netball or basketball player?
It’s required to keep a stable posture when marking
Good balance could prevent contacting the opposition
When shooting good balance would would allow the shot to be more accurate and more likely to score.
If passing off one foot, footwork and passes would be more accurate.
Define anaerobic power
Strength x speed
Justify why reaction time is important for a cricketer
The ball may be travelling fast so the batsman will need to react quickly to stimulus.
The ball may spin off pitch so the batsman must react to any lateral movement quickly to avoid getting out.
If catching a hard hit shot, a close fielder has to respond quickly to attempt to stop the ball.
Explain how an increase in dynamic strength may lead to an improved performance in a named activity
In middle distance running by maintaining a fast pace throughout the race there’s a better chance of getting a quicker time.
One advantage of using interval training
Less chance of boredom
Describe the techniques that you should use when lifting and carrying equipment.
The back should be kept straight.
Wear the right footwear
For example carrying a javelin
2 parts of an effective cool down
Stretching
Maintain elevated breathing + heart rate
Explain why warming up before a physical activity may help to prevent injury
Increases blood flow
Increases body temperature
Stretching muscles
Improves focus
State one part of your warm up and describe two reasons why you should include it
Jogging in order to prevent injury and to increase heart rate
What is lactic acid? Why do you need to remove it during a warm up?
Waste material which is a by product of exercise.
It can prevent soreness in the body at a later stage
What term relates to the time spent training
Overload
Classify the skill of a rugby tackle using each of the following classification: Basic/complex Open/closed Self paced/externally paced Gross/fine
Complex-requires decision making
Open-action is affected by the environment
Self paced-the speed of the movement is controlled by you
Gross -involves big movements of the body
