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What is considered a key element in evaluating an athlete's progress?
What is considered a key element in evaluating an athlete's progress?
- The type of training regimen used
- The athlete's rate of improvement over time (correct)
- The amount of weight lifted in training
- The total number of competitions entered
Which type of training has been shown to be more effective for improving sprinting and jumping capabilities?
Which type of training has been shown to be more effective for improving sprinting and jumping capabilities?
- Strength training (correct)
- Power training
- Endurance training
- High-intensity interval training
What does periodization of strength training imply?
What does periodization of strength training imply?
- Training should be done at a constant intensity throughout the year
- The emphasis of strength training changes throughout the training phases (correct)
- Strength training should alternate with flexibility training
- Strength training should only occur during the off-season
Why is improving maximum strength important for athletes?
Why is improving maximum strength important for athletes?
For athletes with limited strength training experience, what is particularly beneficial?
For athletes with limited strength training experience, what is particularly beneficial?
Flashcards
Athlete improvement
Athlete improvement
Key to athlete success is not just improvement, but the rate of improvement, yearly and from year to year.
Strength training vs. power training
Strength training vs. power training
Strength training leads to better sprinting and jumping improvements, especially for athletes with limited strength training experience.
Periodization of strength
Periodization of strength
Changing the emphasis of strength training phases throughout the annual training plan.
Power and Max Strength
Power and Max Strength
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Limited strength training experience
Limited strength training experience
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Annual training plan
Annual training plan
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Study Notes
Athlete Improvement
- Athlete improvement is assessed by their rate of improvement, yearly and within a year.
- Strength training yields better sprint and jump improvements than power training.
- This is especially true for athletes with limited strength training backgrounds, and across all levels of athletic development.
- Periodization of strength training is crucial, altering training emphasis throughout the annual plan.
Strength Training Benefits
- Strength training leads to superior sprint and jump performance improvements compared to power training.
- Optimal results are seen especially when athletes lack a strength training background.
- Periodized strength training is key; adjusting training emphasis throughout the yearly plan is critical.
Power and Strength Relationship
- Power is a function of maximum strength.
- Improving power necessitates improving maximum strength.
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