Physical training Flashcards

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Define static strength

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the ability to hold a body part in a static position

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Define health.

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A state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease

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Define fitness.

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The ability to meet the demands of the environment

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Define agility

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The ability to move and change direction quickly whilst maintaining control

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Define coordination

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The ability to use different parts of the body together

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Define balance

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the maintenance of the centre of mass over the base of support

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Define speed

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the maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement in a peiod of time

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Define muscular endurance

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the ability of muscles to undergo repeated contractions without tiring

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Define cardiovascular endurance

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the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles

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Define strength

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the ability to overcome a resistance

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Define power/explosive strength

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the product of strength x speed

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Define flexibility

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the range of movement possible at a joint

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Define reaction time

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the time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus to starting a response

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Name the test for agility

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Illinois agility test

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Name the test for coordination

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Wall toss test

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Name the test for power

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Vertical jump test

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17
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Name a test for strength

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handgrip dynamometer test

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Name a test for balance

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Stork balance test

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Name a test for speed

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30 metre sprint test

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Name a test of muscular endurance

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Sit up bleep test

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Name a test for cardiovascular endurance

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Mult stage fitness test (MSFT)

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Name a test for reaction time

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Ruler drop test

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Name a test for flexibility

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Sit and reach test

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Give three reasons for fitness testing

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motivate, monitor improvement, set goals, inform training, provide variety to training

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25
Give three limitations of fitness testing
not sport specific, may not replicate movements of activity, must be carried out with correct procedures
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Name a test for maximal strength
One rep max test
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Describe the test protocol for the Illinois agility test
Arrange cones in 10x5m rectangle with 4 cones in middle. Start face down on floor. Run around the cones as fast as possible. Time in seconds.
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Describe the test protocol for the wall toss test
Start 2m from the wall. Throw ball from left hand against wall to right hand. Repeat as many times as possible in 30 secs.
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Describe the test protocol for the vertical jump test
Feet flat, stand and push the wall ruler with the fingertips as high as possible to provide 0 score. Mark with chalk. From standing jump as high as possible and chalk the wall. Record the in cm.
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Describe the test protocol for the multi stage fitness test
Run over a distance of 20m. Progressively gets arder. Run in time with bleeps. Time gets shorter as level increases. Run until they cannot keep up with bleeps. Record level.
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Describe the test protocol for the one rep max test
Use a barbell or bench. Lift weight once with correct technique.Attempt a heavier weight until max heaviest weight the individual can lift is completed.
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Describe the test protocol for the hand grip dynamometer test
Hold in dominant hand. Arm 90 degrees with elbow against body. Squeeze with maximum effort and record score. Repeat three times.
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Describe the test protocol for the ruler drop test
Hold ruler at zero point vertically. Place thumb and index finger around ruler. Eact to the dropped ruler with their fingers. Record the score in cm
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Describe the test protocol for the stork balance test
Lift one leg to touch knee of other leg. Hands on hips. Raise heel. Balance for as long as possible until they lose balance. Record time in seconds.
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Describe the test protocol for the sit up bleep test
Lie on a mat in sit up position. Partner supports. Sits up on the bleep and down on the bleep in time. Beeps get faster. Progressive. Record score.
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Describe the test protocol for the 30 metre sprint test
Two cones 30m apart. Use flying start. Time how fast run in 30m. Record in seconds.
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Describe the test protocol for the sit and reach test
Sit with legs straight. Remove shoes with feet aganst board. Reach and push slider as far as possible. Keep legs straight.
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Give an example of quantitative data
Score achieved in MSFT, distance jumped in long jump (numbers)
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Give an example of qualitative data
Questionnaires, interviews, judging on gym routine (opinions)
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What does SPORT stand for?
Specificity, Progressive Overload, Reversibility, tedium
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Define Specificity
Making training specific to the sport being played/movements/muscles used
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Define progressive overload
Gradually increasing the intensity of exercise to improve performance. Apply FITT principle.
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Define reversibility
Losing fitness levels when you stop exercising
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Define tedium
Training needs to be varied to prevent boredom taking place
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What does FITT stand for?
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
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What is meant by frequency?
How often you train
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What is meant by intensity?
How hard you train
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What is meant by time?
How long you spend training
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What is meant by type?
The type of training being used
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Describe circuit training
Training method consisting of a number of different exercises or activities arranged in a circuit
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Describe plyometrics
Training that includes hopping, jumping, bounding exercises designed to improve power.
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Describe continuous training
Taking part in sustained exercise at a constant rate without rest. Minimum of 20 mins.
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Describe static stretching
Training method that includes stretching to improve flexibility
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Describe fartlek training
Means 'speed play' Uses a variety of speed, terrain and work/rest ratios.
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Describe interval training
Also known as HIIT (high inenstity interval training). Period of work followed by peiod of rest.
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Describe weight training
Method used to improve strength, power or speed. Includes sets and repetitions.
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How do you calculate somebody's maximum heart rate?
220-age
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How do you calculate the aerobic training zone?
60-80% of MHR
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How do you calculate the anaerobic training zone?
80-90% of MHR
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How do you prevent injury in sport?
Warm up, correct technique, appropriate clothing, hydration, taping/bracing
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What is altitude training?
Train at high altitude, less 02 in air, endurance athletes, 2000m above sea level
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What are the disadvantages of altitude training?
altitude sickness, cost, short term benefits only
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Name the three training seasons
pre season, competition season, post season
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What is the purpose of pre season training?
general aerobic fitness, specific fitness
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What is the purpose of competition phase of a season?
maintain fitness levels, work on specifc skills/tactics
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What is the purpose of post season?
rest and light aerobic training to maintain fitness
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What are the components of a warm up?
Gradual pulse raising activity, stretching, skill activity, mental preparation
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What shoud a cool down include?
Gradual reduction in intensity, maintain breathing and heart rate, stretching
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What are the benefits of warming up?
Psycholgical preparation, prevent injury, increased flexibility, body temperature
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What are the benefits of cooling down?
Body recovery, removal of lactic acid/CO2, prevent DOMS
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Define Skill
Learned actions or learned behaviours with the intention of bringing about predetermined results
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Define Ability
Inherited, stable traits that determine an individuals potential to learn or acquire a skill
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Identify a characteristic of a basic skill
Involves very little decision making, performed by beginners
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Give an example of a basic skill
Walking, jumping, jogging, throwing
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Identify a characteristic of a complex skill
Involves lots of decision making, performed by more experienced performers
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Give an example of a complex skill
Pole vault, long jump, triple jump
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Identify a characteristic of an open skill
Skill performed in an unstable changing environment, externally paced, depends on opponents/others
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Give an example of an open skill
Tackling in rugby, dribbling in basketball, shooting in hockey
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Identify a characteristic of a closed skill
Stable environment, self paced, skill perofmed same way each time as not affected by environment
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Give an example of a closed skill
Gymnastics routine, javelin throw, penalty in football
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Identify a characteristic of a self paced skill
Start of movement is controlled by performer, speed and pace controlled by performer.
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Give an example of a self paced skill
Long jump, marathon
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Identify a characteristic of an externally paced skill
Skill is started by an external factor such as an opponent
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Give an example of an externally paced skill
Receiving a serve in tennis
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Identify a characteristic of a fine skill
A small and precise movement showing high levels of accuracy, coordination and precision
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Give an example of a fine skill
Darts, badminton serve, snooker, archery
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Identify a characteristic of a gross movement skill
Large muscle groups used, high levels of arousal
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Give an example of a gross movement skill
rugby tackle, pass in football, shooting in netball