Fluid Replacement
List 3 symptoms of dehydration...
First signs:
- sense of thirst
- discomfort
- dry skin/ lips
Mild symptoms:
- decreased urine output
- headache
- dizziness
Moderate - severe dehydration:
- lethargy
- fainting
- death
What are the two categories of motor skills, give an example for each.
Fine and gross.
Describe fine and gross motor skills, provide and example.
Fine: uses small muscle groups
- Throwing darts, pool snooker shot.
Gross: uses large muscles groups.
- long jump, swimming.
On the whiteboard, label the inverted U graph.
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Fluid replacement refers to...
the process of replenishing lost fluids in the body.
What is motor learning?
process by which individuals acquire and refine the skills and movements required to perform tasks or actions
Discrete skills...
Have distinct start and end points and are short in duration.
feedback that's precise and timely can help someone learn and grow more effectively.
Vague or delayed feedback can slow down progress and make improvement harder to achieve.
What are the 4 C's of sport psychology?
Control
Concentration
Confidence
Commitment
The general fluid intake recommendation for before exercise is...
400-600ml in the 2 hours before exercise.
Extra 200-300ml 30 mins before exercise.
What are some characteristics of a cognitive learner?
- Frequent errors
- Performance is highly variable
- Incorrect sequencing & timing will occur.
It can use both, depending on the play, it can show closed skills during serves, and open skills during the rally's.
What is the difference between whole and part practice.
Whole practice - Practicing the entire skill or task in one go without breaking it down into smaller parts.
Part practice - Breaking down a complex skill into smaller, more manageable parts and practicing those parts separately.
What are 2 mental characteristics of psychologically choking.
Negative self-talk
Low arousal levels
What are the 3 components in a sports drink?
Water
Electrolytes
Carbs
What are the 3 categories of motor learning and a brief overview of the stage.
Cognitive - New learner to the skill.
Associative - Can grasp the skills involved, practice is still key. Some athletes will never move from this stage.
Autonomous - The skill is consistent and accurate.
Long jump is a ( ) skill because...
Serial skills as it is made up of many discrete skills and has a defined start and end.
What is the difference between the feedback you give beginners compared to elite athletes?
Beginner
- Positive feedback - Provide motivation
- Given as soon as possible
- Avoid overloading with information
Elite
- More negative
- The athlete is able to analyse and reflect
- More feedback can be given at one time
The theory explains the relationship between arousal and performance, that there is an optimal level of arousal for peak performance.
>8% carbohydrate with electrolytes
Slowest absorption rate
Coke, fruit juice.
What are some coaching tips you would give to a learner in the associative stage.
Practice in game scenarios
Give more specific feedback
Start to open up the skill
Swimming is classified as a ( ) skill because...
The is no defined beginning or end of the stroke being performed.
- The skill can be performed for a long period of time.
What is the difference between knowledge of results and knowledge of performance feedback?
Knowledge or results refers to what occurred once the skill has been performed.
- did you hit or miss
Knowledge of performance refers to the performance itself, not the outcome.
- does not relate to the result.
Explain 'clutching' in sport.
Performance peaks in important or crucial situations.