Wk 4 - Measures of fitness and fatigue Flashcards
_____ uses a systems model approach that integrates all components of training into a single value which is then tracked over time to monitor training load
TRIMP
TRIMP =
D (duration) x (Δ HR ratio) x e (b x Δ HR ratio)
HRV measures …
the normal beat-to-beat variation in HR
3 factors that influence HRV
1) If not taken frequently
2) Need controlled environments (best in REM sleep)
3) Temperature
What are 3 biological markers available to monitor an athletes ability to tolerate stress?
- blood
- saliva
- urine
___ and ____ often strongly related markers
blood and saliva
Hormones regulate…
the function of body tissues and are generally secreted by glandular tissues
Cortisol is a _____ hormone
steroid
Cortisol is often known at the ____ hormone
stress
The cortisol hormone is released by the…?
adrenal cortex
Cortisol controls the metabolism of…?
protein, fat, carbohydrates
Cortisol has ____________ effects and is secreted in response to _______ (e.g. exercise, trauma etc)
anti-inflammatory, stress
Cortisol is used in a sporting context to identify periods of _____ or ______
overreaching or overtraining
Testosterone, in a sporting context, aids in formation of…
- RBC
- muscle development
- effects on basal metabolism
Catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinethrine) are released by …?
the adrenal gland
Catecholamines are released due to …?
acute stressors
Catecholamines work up or down the regulate MANY body functions, such as…?
exercise, metabolism, digestion, thermoregulation
Increase in Catecholamines also causes increase in …/
Testosterone
Creatine Kinase is located
in the muscle cells
Creatine kinase is released
into the blood after a traumatic event (e.g. heavy, unaccustomed exercise)
Salivary IgA & inflammatory markers identify periods of..?
Illness susceptibility or severity of injury
