UNIT 4 AOS 1 Flashcards
Activity analysis
recording and analysing of movement and skill data from a game, sport or activity
Direct observation
coach or individual views player or team from sideline
digital recording
statistical data can be live and analysed immediately or after event
skill frequency
skill frequency tables can easily be completed using direct observation or different technologies
- give an indication of the predominant fitness components and muscles/ muscle groups
movement patterns
- typical movements completed by a performer during a game or activity
- able to determine fitness components and energy systems used
heart rates
provide info on the role of energy systems
- disadv. need to calibrate each person
Work to rest ratios
summary of the time an athlete spends physically working compared to the time spent resting or recovering
aerobic power
maximum rate of energy production from the aerobic energy system
- marathons, team sports requiring repeated effort
- affecting = age, sex, muscle fibre type
anaerobic capacity
total amount of energy obtainable from the anaerobic energy systems
- elite level 100 metre sprints
affecting = age, sex, muscle fibre type, lactate tolerance
muscular strength
peak force that a muscle can develop
- gripping hockey stick while making powerful shot
affecting factors = speed of muscle contraction
- length of muscle fibre
muscular power
ability of a muscle or group f muscles to exert a maximum amount of force in the shortest period of time
speed
rate of motion
- ability to move the body or part of the body from one point to another as quickly as possible
agility
combination of flexibility and speed, which allows the performer to change direction with maximal speed and control
flexibility
range of movement around a joint
balance
ability of the body to remain in a state of equilibrium while performing a desired task
dynamic balance: body’s balance under control while moving
static balance: balance under control while not moving
body composition
refers to the relative proportions of bone, muscle and fat in the body
- 5-18% body fat considered safe for males
- 12-25% for females
coordination
ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently
- interaction between neutral, muscular and skeletal body systems
reaction time
time between a stimulus and the first response
- average reaction time is 0.2 seconds
types of fitness tests
- in lab
- field tests
- direct tests
- indirect tests
- maximal tests
physiological perspectives of choosing fitness tests
is the test going to suit the individuals current fitness levels
psychological perspectives of choosing fitness tests
- give athlete understanding of their mental readiness and mental capacity to train and perform
sociological perspectives
- provide context about the broader social, cultural and environmental factors that contribute to an athletes performance.
test reliability
making sure test is done reliably and is repeatable, same conditions each time the test is conducted and same fashion
test validity
making sure the test assesses the fitness component you’re intending on gaining info on
