Topic 4 planning for optimal performance

Question 1

Performance analysis

Answer 1

Provides performers and coaches with information (data) that helps to evaluate performance

Question 2

Factors of performance analysis mnemonic

Answer 2

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Question 3

Quantitative data

Answer 3

Information that can be expressed by numbers

Question 4

Qualitative data

Answer 4

Information that cannot be expressed by numbers

Question 5

How to use video analysis

Answer 5

-slow-motion reply
-Annotation of still frames
-Measurement of things such as joint angles
-Multiple angles of performer

Question 6

How to use biomechanical analysis

Answer 6

-analysis of Technique
- Analysis of planes, axels of movement and levers
- Quantifying angles at joints
-Quantifying forces and direction of forces
-Reducing injury risk
assement of effectiveness of equipment
-Reducing injury risk
-Assessing how effective the equipment is

Question 7

Strategies

Answer 7

Tactics or game plans employed by a team or individual to maximise their chance of success