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Worksheets12 HMS: Principles of training
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
The table shows four stages of an aerobic endurance plan.
What does the change in level of intensity from Stage I to Stage II represent?
What does the change in level of intensity from Stage I to Stage II represent?
a)
Progressive overload
b)
Reversibility
c)
Specificity
d)
Variety
2.
Which statement best describes the principle of reversibility?
a)
Changing training duration prior to competition
b)
Changing training intensity prior to competition
c)
The loss of training benefits with reduced performance
d)
The loss of muscle glycogen due to increased training demands
3.
Which of the following is an example of the principle of reversibility?
a)
Decreased training intensity leading up to a major competition
b)
Decreased level of performance as a result of a break in training
c)
Completing exercises for opposing muscle groups in one session
d)
Achieving a lower time in an 800m time trial on a second attempt
4.
Which of the following best demonstrates the principle of progressive overload?
a)
Ensuring that an athlete's HR is below 70-80% if MHR during each session
b)
Gradually increasing the weight & number of reps for strength training exercises
c)
Participating in a variety of activities to develop a range of muscle groups
d)
Scheduling 1-2 training sessions each week to maximise training benefits
5.
How could progressive overload be included into the program?
a)
The frequency being maintained at 3 x week
b)
The time being decreased to 20-30 mins
c)
The intensity being increased to 75-85% of MHR
d)
The type of activity being changed to cycling
6.
Which principle of training has the athlete displayed from Weeks 6 to 12?
a)
Peaking
b)
Progressive overload
c)
Reversibility
d)
Specificity
7.
Which of the following principles of training would best explain why an elite lawn bowlermay not necessarily be an elite basketballer?
a)
Progressive overload
b)
Reversibility
c)
Specificity
d)
Reliability
8.
Which exercise intensity indicates the greatest potential for gain in aerobic conditioning?
a)
W
b)
X
c)
Y
d)
Z
9.
Which principle of training refers to aligning training activities with the demands of a particular sport?
a)
Variety
b)
Specificity
c)
Reversibility
d)
Warm up & cool down
10.
Which is an example of specificity in strength training?
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
11.
The principle of specificity is best illustrated by:
a)
Lifting heavy weights to increase aerobic performance
b)
Power walking to improve arm strength
c)
Doing push-ups to reduce waistline size
d)
Doing sit-ups to increase abdominal strength
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