Term 1: Physical Training Flashcards
Define Agility.
Agility is the ability to move and change direction quickly (at speed) while maintaining control.
Define Balance.
Balance is the maintenance of the centre of mass over the base support. Balance can be static (stationary) or dynamic (moving).
Define Co-ordination.
Co-ordination is the ability to use different (two or more) parts of the body together, smoothly and efficiently.
Define Cardiovascular Endurance (aerobic power)
Cardiovascular endurance is the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles.
Define Flexibility.
The range of movements possible at a joint.
Define Muscular Endurance.
The ability of a muscle or muscle group to undergo repeated contractions, avoiding fatigue.
Define Power.
Power is the product of strength and speed. Power can be referred as explosive strength or anaerobic power.
Define Speed.
The maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement or cover a distance in a period of time as quickly as possible.
Define Reaction Time.
Is how long it takes to respond to a stimulus.
Define Strength
Is the ability to overcome resistance.
Maximal strength- The maximum force that can be generated by a muscle.
Static strength- When the muscles apply force but the muscle length stays the same.
Evaluate the importance of agility and flexibility in a 200m freestyle swimming race. [6 marks]
AO1 – Knowledge of agility and flexibility eg
* Agility – the ability to move and change direction quickly (at speed) whilst maintaining control.
* Flexibility – the range of movements possible at a joint.
AO2 – Application to a 200m swimmer eg
* A swimmer requires agility to enable them to turn quickly at the end of the pool.
* A swimmer doesn’t require a high level of agility as they swim in straight lines in lanes.
* A swimmer requires flexibility to help prevent injuries.
* A swimmer requires flexibility to exert more power through the water.
* A swimmer requires flexibility to extend their arms at the finish.
* A swimmer requires flexibility to improve their technique and swimming efficiency.
* A swimmer requires flexibility to assist in diving at the start of a race.
AO3 – Evaluate the importance of agility and flexibility in a 200m freestyle swimming race, eg
Agility
* Any changes in direction could result in leaving a lane and being disqualified from the race.
* A swimmer will benefit from good agility to enable them to turn quicker and therefore record a faster
time.
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Flexibility
* Flexibility is the ability to use power through the full range of motion of a joint, helping the swimmer to
exert more force through the water resulting in a faster time.
* Flexibility helps increases the length of the arm reach enabling the swimmer to swim quicker.
* Flexibility will allow the swimmer to extend their ankles and legs through a greater range of movement,
enabling them to kick harder, resulting in more speed through the water.
* Flexibility will enable a swimmer to turn quicker at the end of the pool and therefore record a faster
time.
* Flexibility will enable a swimmer to stretch further, increasing the chances of winning the race (arms)
or completing a tumble turn (legs) quicker.
* Flexibility will enable a swimmer to have a greater range of movement at a joint therefore they may be
able to have a better and more efficient technique when performing the freestyle.
What are the components of fitness ?
MR SCAMP CBF
-Muscular Endurance
-Reaction Time
-Speed
-Co-ordination
-Agility
-Maximal Strength
-Power
-Cardiovascular Endurance
-Balance
-Flexibility
What are the reasons for fitness testing?
BEFORE A TRAINING PROGRAMME:
- To identify strengths and weaknesses
- To show a starting level of fitness
- To motivate
- To provide goals
DURING OF AFTER TRAINING PROGRAMME:
- To monitor improvement
- To provide a variety to a training programme
- To compare results against norms of group/national averages
- To identify whether a training has been successful
Think of the three generic disadvantages
State three disadvantages/limitations of fitness testing
- The test is not sport specific, as it does not focus on skills like passing
- The test does not replicate sporting movements like tackling
- The test does not replicate competitive conditions, as there are no defenders present
- Test may not be valid due to human error
- Athlete may be demotivated
Tip: on Paper 1 when asked about limitations/disadvantages remember the first three, as they can be used for any topic!
What is the fitness for agility?
Illinois Agility Test
What is the fitness test for speed?
30m Sprint
What is the fitness test for co-ordination?
Wall Toss Test