Practice Structures Quiz

Who is massed practice suitable for?

• Experienced/Skilled

• Motivated

• Older so less likely to get bored

• High fitness levels

What are the advantages of distributed practice?

• Performer doesn't get tired

• Prevents boredom

• Keeps motivation

When is fixed practice used?

• The sport is mainly made up of closed skills

• The performer can practice in a situation similar to the performance situation

What is massed practice?

• When there are little or no breaks in the session

• When there are breaks in the session providing rest and a change of activity

What is variable practice?

• When the whole movement of a skill is repeatedly practiced in the same way

• When the same skill is repeated in different situations

What is distributed practice?

• When the same skill is repeated in different situations

• When there are breaks in the session providing rest and a change of activity

What is the benefit of variable practice?

• It helps in mastering the skill in a single situation

• It helps in mastering the skill in various situations

What is the disadvantage of massed practice?

• It can lead to fatigue and decreased performance

• It provides rest and a change of activity

Why is distributed practice considered effective?

• Because it involves little or no breaks in the session

• Because it involves breaks providing rest and a change of activity

What is the main advantage of distributed practice over massed practice?

• It allows for more intense training sessions

• It reduces the risk of fatigue and enhances learning