Types of Data

Question 1

What are the 2 different types of data?

Answer 1

Quantitative + Qualitative

Question 2

What is quantitative data + examples?

Answer 2

This data is based on factual information. Examples - Bleep Test, Cooper Test

Question 3

What is qualitative data + examples?

Answer 3

This data is based on thoughts and personal opinions. Examples - PPW, POMS, SCAT (Questionnaire)

Question 4

Advantages + Disadvantages of Qualitative Data?

Answer 4

Advantages - Only performer knows exactly how they feel.

Advantages - Answers can be recorded and used as a permanent record.

Disadvantages - Performer might be overconfident or lacks self belief causing them to lie meaning the data is inaccurate.

Disadvantages - Can be used in retesting as a way to compare the effectiveness of the PDP

Question 5

Advantages + Disadvantages of Quantitative?

Answer 5

Advantages - Fatcual information of score provides an accurate and reliable overview of performers abilities. Which helps to set sessions at the correct intensity/duration.

Advantages - Standardised fitness test provides you with a score (NORM) when can help set goals in PDP