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Module 6: Program Design and Modalities (Ch 14 & 15) Flashcards

1
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*What is the recommended rest interval for resistance training in the Hypertrophy Phase of the OPT Model ?

A

0-60 seconds

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2
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*What is the resistance training tempo used in Phase 1, Stabilization Endurance Training ?

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4/2/1

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3
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*What is the recommended rest period in between pairs in the Power Phase of the OPT Model (with reference to resistance training) ?

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1-2 minutes

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4
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*What is the recommended rest period between circuits in the Power Phase of the OPT Model (with reference to resistance training) ?

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3-5 minutes

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5
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*What are the acute variables of training ?

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Repetitions
Sets
Training intensity 
Repetition tempo
Training volume
Rest interval
Training frequency
Training duration
Exercise selection
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6
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*What is the repetition range for resistance training in Phase 3 of the OPT Model ?

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6 to 12

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7
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What is the repetition range for resistance training in the phase of Strength Endurance Training ?

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8 to 12

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8
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What are the recommended tempos for resistance training exercises in Phase 2 of the OPT Model?

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2/0/2 strength exercise

4/2/1 stabilization exercise

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9
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What is the percentage of intensity for resistance training in the second Phase of the OPT Model?

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70-80%

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10
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What is the repetition range for resistance training in Phase 4 of the OPT Model ?

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1 to5

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11
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What is the tempo for stabilization-plyometric exercise ?

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3-5 seconds hold on landing

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12
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What is the recommended tempo for core exercises in Phase 2 of the OPT Model ?

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Medium

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13
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What is the recommended tempo for plyometric exercise in Phase 2 of the OPT Model ?

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Repeating

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14
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What is the recommended tempo for resistance training exercise in Phase 4 of the OPT Model ?

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X/X/X as Fast as Possible

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15
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What is the recommended tempo for core-power exercise ?

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X/X/X as fast as possible

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16
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What are the recommended repetitions for resistance training in Phase 5 of the OPT Model ?

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1-5 reps strength and 8-10 reps power

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17
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What is the recommended percentage of intensity for power exercises performed in Phase 5 ?

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30-45%

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18
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What adaption is yielded from 3-5 sets of 6-12 repetitions at 75-85% intensity ?

A

Hypertrophy

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19
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With what percent of 1RM is muscular endurance and stabilization best developed ?

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50-70%

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20
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What are the acute variables for active-isolated stretching ?

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1-2 sets
Hold 1-2 seconds
5-10 repetitions

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21
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What are the acute variables for dynamic stretching ?

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1 set
10 repetitions
3-10 exercises

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22
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Fitness training that varies the focus of a training program at regularly planned period of time to produce optimal adaption

A

Periodization

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23
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What are 2 primary objectives of periodization ?

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Divide the training program into distinct periods of training, and train different forms of strength with each period to control the volume of training and prevent injury

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24
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The long term macrocycle of a training regimen over one year’s time

A

Annual plan

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25
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Details the specific weeks and days of each workout for a mesocycle ?

A

Monthly plan

26
Q

Microcycle training can best be described as what type of plan ?

A

Weekly plan

27
Q

What are 4 primary focuses of Phase 1, Stabilization Endurance Training ?

A

Increase stability
Increasing muscular endurance
increasing neuromuscular efficiency of the core musculature
Improving inter-muscular and intra-muscular coordination

28
Q

What are three goals of Phase 4 of the OPT Model?

A

Increase motor unit recruitment
increase frequency of motor recruitment
improve peak performance

29
Q

How many core exercises should be included in Phase 2 of the OPT Model ?

30
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What are two methods of progression in Maximal Strength Training level of the OPT Model ?

A

Volume and load

31
Q

In which phase would one superset a strength exercise with a similar stability exercise ?

32
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Uses high levels of volume with minimal rest periods to elicit muscle growth adaptions

A

Hypertrophy

33
Q

At which OPT phase may heavier loads require longer rest periods ?

34
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Upper body progressions examples

A

Two- arm - alternating arms - single -arm

35
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Exercise selection for supersets in Power Phase

A

1 strength followed by 1 power

36
Q

What is the primary means of increasing intensity (progressing) client in Phase 1 of the OPT Model ?

A

Enhancing proprioceptive demand of the exercise

37
Q

What are 2 chest exercises used in the stabilization-level of the OPT Model ?

A

Ball dumbbell chest press and push-up

38
Q

What are 2 total body power exercises ?

A

Two-arm push press and barbell clean

39
Q

What are 2 different leg stabilization exercises ?

A

Ball squat and multiplanar step-up to balance

40
Q

What are 2 methods of progression in the Power Level of the OPT model ?

A

Speed and load

41
Q

What activities should be included in proper warm-up before athletic activity ?

A

SMR (self-myofascial release) and dynamic stretching

42
Q

What are 3 progressions for a ball squat, curl to press exercise ?

A

Alternating-arm, one-arm, single-leg

43
Q

What are 2 exercises for legs in Power Phase ?

A

Squat jump and Tuck jump

44
Q

What are 2 different leg strength exercises ?

A

Leg press and barbell squat

45
Q

What are 2 shoulder power exercises ?

A

Front medicine ball oblique throw and overhead medicine ball throw

46
Q

What are 2 total-body strength exercises ?

A

Lunge to two-arm dumbbell press and squat, curl, to two- arm press

47
Q

Exercises selection for Stabilization exercises

A

Total body, multi-joint or single joint, controlled unstable

48
Q

Good for beginner clients, moves primary in only one plane of motion, does little to challenge LPHC stabilization

A

Resistance machins

49
Q

Challenges core stability and can increase athletic performance, but may require a spotter. Barbells and dumbbells

A

Free weights

50
Q

Allows for freedom of movement in multiple planes of motion without the need for a spotter

A

Cable machines

51
Q

Which modality can be progressed or regressed by changing the line of pull ?

A

Elastic resistance

52
Q

What are the benefits of suspension body-weight training ?

A 
Increase muscle activation
Low compressive loads to the spine
increased performance
Potential increase in caloric expenditure
Improvements in cardiovascular fitness
53
Q

What are 3 regressions for performing a prone iso-abs exercise ?

A

Perform in standard push-up position
Perform in push-up position with knees on floor
Perform with hands on bench and feet on floor

54
Q

What are 2 progressions for step-up to balance ?

A

Step in frontal plane and step in transverse plane

55
Q

Weighted balls that come in variety of weight and sizes

A

Medicine balls

56
Q

Differs from dumbbell or medicine ball in that the center of mass is away from the handle, requires more strength and coordination

A

Kettlebells

57
Q

What are 6 benefits of vibration training ?

A

Improving circulation and cardiovascular function
Alleviation of muscle soreness
Weight reduction and increased metabolism
Increasing bone density
Increasing flexibility and range of motion
Improving over all well-being-

58
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What are 2 Progressions for ball dumbbell row ?

A

Alternating-arm and single-arm

59
Q

What are 1 regression for ball dumbbell row ?

A

Kneeling over ball

60
Q

What are 3 low volume high intensity training adaptions ?

A

Increased rate of force production
Increased motor-unit recruitment
Increased motor-unit synchronization

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