Speed and Agility Training Test

Select the definition of speed

• The ability to quickly change direction
• How fast you you are
• Exercises that seek to produce the maximum amount of strength in the shortest interval of time
• The body's ability to respond without the brain's input when necessary

Select the definition of agility

• The ability to quickly change direction
• How fast you you are
• Exercises that seek to produce the maximum amount of strength in the shortest interval of time
• The body's ability to respond without the brain's input when necessary

Select the definition of plyometrics

• The ability to quickly change direction
• How fast you you are
• Exercises that seek to produce the maximum amount of strength in the shortest interval of time
• The body's ability to respond without the brain's input when necessary

Select the definition of reaction speed.

• The ability to quickly change direction
• How fast you you are
• Exercises that seek to produce the maximum amount of strength in the shortest interval of time
• The body's ability to respond quickly without the brain's input when necessary

Select the best example of agility in action.

• Running 40 yards
• Biking 2 miles
• Swinging a golf club
• Faking someone out in a game of basketball

During an agility/speed training workout, your heart rate will slowly increase at a steady pace.

• True
• False

Agility/Speed training workouts are:

• High intensity
• Low intensity

Agility is most important as you age because it can help you to improve and maintain your:

• Mental sharpness
• Balance
• Flexibility
• Range of Motion

Agility training is only beneficial for athletes.

• True
• False

Select the best example of an exercise that you can do to improve your agility.

• Bench press
• Yoga
• Push ups
• Ladder drills