Components of Fitness
The two main categories of fitness components?
Health Related Fitness
Skill Related Fitness
The FITT Principal stands for
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
Which fitness test is used to measure cardiovascular endurance?
Beep Test
What is the main characteristic of an authoritarian coach?
Strict discipline, High expectations, Minimal player input.
Give an example of a gross motor skill in sport.
Running, Jumping, Throwing, Kicking.
The Fitness component to sustain physical effort over time
Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular endurance
Measuring intensity in a cardiovascular workout is done how?
Heart rate, Perceived exertion, Speed, Distance covered.
What does the vertical jump test assess?
Muscular power, Lower body explosiveness.
Which coaching style involves the athletes in decision-making?
Democratic coaching.
What are the three main phases of a coaching session?
Warm-up, Skills instruction/practice, Game phase/cool-down.
The skill related fitness component that helps a soccer player change direction quickly
Agility
How would you modify the FITT principle for someone wanting to improve muscular strength?
Increase resistance, Reduce repetitions, Adjust frequency and rest periods.
Why is it important to warm up before conducting a fitness test?
Reduces risk of injury, Improves performance, Increases muscle elasticity, Prepares cardiovascular system.
How might a laissez-faire coach impact a team’s performance?
Lack of structure, Players develop independence, Potential lack of discipline and motivation.
Why is reaction time important in sports like sprinting or tennis?
Determines response speed, Essential for quick decisions, Gives competitive advantage.
Three Health Related Fitness Components
Cardiovascular endurance, Muscular strength, Muscular endurance, Flexibility, Body composition
Why is the FITT principle important when designing a training program?
Helps structure workouts, Ensures progressive overload, Prevents injury, Improves effectiveness of training, Allows you to tailor a training program to the individuals needs
How does the beep test determine cardiovascular fitness?
Measures aerobic endurance, Progressive intensity levels
Which coaching style is best suited for experienced athletes who are self-motivated?
Laissez-faire coaching, Democratic coaching.
How does body composition affect athletic performance?
Influences speed and endurance, Affects power-to-weight ratio, Impacts agility and overall fitness.
The Fitness Component that combines strength and speed to create an explosive movement.
Power
Provide an example of how you would adjust frequency, intensity, time, and type for an athlete improving endurance.
Increase workout frequency, Train at 60-80% max heart rate, Extend session duration, Focus on aerobic activities like running
If an athlete scores poorly on a flexibility test, what type of training should they focus on?
Static stretching, Dynamic stretching, Yoga, Mobility exercises.
Why might a democratic coaching style be more effective in a team sport setting?
Encourages team collaboration, Builds trust and motivation, Enhances problem-solving skills, Increases player engagement.
Explain why skill instruction is the most time-consuming part of a coaching session.
Requires detailed explanations, Ensures proper technique, Includes demonstration and practice, Allows for feedback and adjustments.