Principles of Training

What are the 5 components of fitness a cricket player needs the most?

• Strength, Speed, Agility, Flexibility, Endurance

• Strength, Balance, Coordination, Power, Flexibility

• Speed, Agility, Power, Endurance, Coordination

• Strength, Speed, Balance, Flexibility, Coordination

Identify the two types of balance.

• Static and Dynamic

• Static and Isometric

• Dynamic and Isotonic

• Isometric and Isotonic

What is an example of a sport-specific training activity?

• General weightlifting

• Running on a treadmill

• Practicing penalty kicks in soccer

• Swimming for relaxation

What is the effect of progressive overload on fitness?

• Decreases endurance

• Stops muscle growth

• Increases fitness levels

• Reduces flexibility

What is an example of increasing 'Frequency' in training?

• Training once a week then twice a week

• Lifting 10kg week 1 and 12kg week 2

• Running for 30mins then 40mins

• Marathon runner going for continuous runs

Which of the following is NOT a component of the FITT principle?

• Frequency

• Intensity

• Technique

• Time

Which component of the FITT principle involves the method of training used?

• Frequency

• Intensity

• Time

• Type

What alternative activity is suggested for a marathon runner to avoid tedium?

• Swimming

• Playing netball

• Cycling

• Weightlifting

What is the principle of training term if training reduces or stops fitness will be lost ?

• Progression

• Reversibility

• Tedium avoidance

• Overload

Explain what Progression means in regards to (Progressive Overload)