ESS Biomechanics: Movement Phases in Sports

What are the three main movement phases in sports movements like hitting, throwing, or jumping?

• Preparation, Execution, Follow through

• Start, Middle, End

• Warm-up, Action, Cool down

• Beginning, Peak, Conclusion

Which phase involves movements that prepare the performer to perform a skill?

• Execution

• Preparation

• Follow through

• Action

What is an example of a movement in the preparation phase?

• The forearm moving downwards after a smash

• The run-up to a long jump

• The release of a javelin

• The kicking leg drawn back

Which phase may include sub-phases such as retraction and action?

• Preparation

• Execution

• Follow through

• Conclusion

What does the retraction phase involve?

• The main effort of the movement

• Movements after the execution phase

• Withdrawal of the arm or leg before the main effort

• Getting ready for another movement

In which phase does the main effort of the movement take place?

• Preparation

• Execution

• Follow through

• Retraction

What is an example of the action phase in sports?

• The run-up to a long jump

• The forearm moving downwards after a smash

• A tennis forehand

• The kicking leg drawn back

What is the purpose of controlling the movement just before release in the action phase?

• To increase speed

• To improve accuracy

• To reduce energy consumption

• To enhance flexibility

Which phase involves movements that slow down the body’s momentum?

• Preparation

• Execution

• Follow through

• Action

What is an example of a movement in the follow through phase?

• The run-up to a long jump

• The forearm moving downwards after a smash

• The release of a javelin

• The kicking leg drawn back