Exercise Guidelines and Testing Norms
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What is one test used to detect balance issues in older adults?

  • Sit and reach test
  • Beep test
  • Harvard step test
  • Timed Up and Go test (correct)

    • Which method can be used to quantify cardiovascular fitness in older adults?

  • Sit-to-stand test
  • Bench press test
  • 1-mile walk test (correct)
  • Vertical jump test

    • What distinguishes a sedentary individual from an elite athlete in terms of training intensity?

  • Amount of rest between sessions
  • Frequency of training
  • Quality of workouts
  • Level of exertion during workouts (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of team sports?

    <p>Individual performance focus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do continuous endurance sports differ from team sports?

    <p>Continuous sports focus on individual effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method used to determine maximal aerobic speed (MAS)?

    <p>Incremental treadmill test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best defines the term 'periodization' in training?

    <p>Structured variation in training phases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym FITT stand for in exercise prescription?

    <p>Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of diminishing returns in athletic training?

    <p>Additional training results in smaller incremental improvements over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a reason for athletes not reaching their goals despite varying training loads?

    <p>They may not be managing recovery effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration of a microcycle in training?

    <p>1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a phase of a macrocycle?

    <p>Base training phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the training pattern described in a microcycle?

    <p>Alternating high and low intensity days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of a 3:1 training to rest ratio in a mesocycle?

    <p>Increased risk of overtraining due to inadequate recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the fatigue associated with overreaching?

    <p>Short-term fatigue with potential for recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological responses are commonly monitored for signs of overreaching?

    <p>Heart rate, hormone levels, and sleep patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main physiological adaptation expected from aerobic training?

    <p>Increased cardiac output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the T-score diagnosis, what indicates low bone density?

    <p>-1.0 to -2.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target heart rate for an athlete with a resting HR of 54 bpm and a maximal HR of 195 bpm aiming for an intensity of 70%?

    <p>146 bpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the subdivisions by chronological age for 'older adults' generally recognized in exercise science?

    <p>65 years and older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an athlete is exercising at 60% of their VO2max, what is their approximate %HR max?

    <p>55.2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered an average VO2max for females aged in their early twenties?

    <p>40-45 ml/kg/min</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Angina can be aggravated by stress and physical exertion.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is sarcopenia?

    <p>Age-related muscle loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 70 kg man using 2 litres of oxygen in one minute burns approximately _____ KJ.

    <p>168</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each physiological adaptation with its description:

    <p>Increased aerobic capacity = Improved endurance Higher muscle glycogen storage = Enhanced performance for prolonged activities Reduced resting heart rate = Indicative of improved cardiovascular efficiency Increased capillary density = Better oxygen delivery to muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy expenditure (KJ) of Jack’s sub-maximal cycling test if his VO2 was 31.2 ml/kg/min and his body weight is 82 kg?

    <p>216.24 KJ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The target heart rate for an intensity of 65-85% can be calculated using the formula involving HRmax and HRrest.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does VO2 consumption during cycling depend on?

    <p>Work rate, body weight, age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best identifies a characteristic of team sports?

    <p>Coordination among team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sedentary individuals have a higher training intensity than elite athletes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one method used to determine maximal aerobic speed (MAS).

    <p>Incremental treadmill test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The three stages of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) are alarm, _____, and exhaustion.

    <p>adaptation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of training overload?

    <p>To enhance physical performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following methods with their purpose in exercise testing:

    <p>VO2max assessment = Measure aerobic capacity Lactate threshold testing = Determine fatigue onset Heart rate monitoring = Assess exercise intensity Power output calculation = Evaluate strength endurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Continuous endurance sports typically require less teamwork than team sports.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define periodization in the context of training.

    <p>Periodization is the systematic planning of training to optimize performance at specific times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common timeframe for a microcycle in training?

    <p>1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diminishing returns refers to the phenomenon where performance improvements diminish as training volume increases.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List the five phases of a macrocycle.

    <p>Preparation, Base, Build, Peak, Transition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The injury cycle suggests that excessive training without adequate _____ can lead to setbacks.

    <p>rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following training methods to their intended energy systems:

    <p>Interval sprints = ATP-CrP Lactic acid threshold training = Anaerobic glycolysis Long steady runs = Aerobic metabolism High-intensity interval training = Mixed energy systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the fatigue associated with overtraining?

    <p>Chronic and often requires extended recovery time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A mesocycle typically involves training plans that last for 1-4 weeks.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the purpose of using a 3:1 ratio of overload to rest in a mesocycle.

    <p>To ensure adequate recovery while promoting performance gains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Week 1: Screening, goal setting, guidelines, testing norms, body composition, validity/reliability

    • Current guidelines for exercise prescription for apparently healthy adults: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity spread throughout the week
    • Research on continuous vs. multiple bouts of cardiorespiratory exercise: Multiple bouts of exercise are just as effective as a single continuous bout
    • Physiological adaptations to aerobic training: Improved cardiorespiratory fitness, increased VO2 max, lower resting heart rate, increased stroke volume, increased blood volume, improved lipid profile
    • Average VO2 max in males and females (early twenties): 40-45 ml/kg/min for males, 35-40 ml/kg/min for females.
    • Angina
      • Signs and symptoms: Chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, nausea
      • Aggravators: Physical exertion, emotional stress, cold weather, heavy meals
    • KJ burned by 70kg man using 2 liters of oxygen in one minute: 8360 KJ (using the conversion factor of 20.93 KJ per liter of oxygen)
    • Energy expenditure (KJ) for Jack's 30-minute sub-maximal cycling test: 7734.1 KJ, calculated using the formula: Energy expenditure = (VO2 in ml/kg/min x body weight in kg x time in minutes x 5) / 1000.

    Week 2: Order of testing, testing protocols, ACSM predictive equations, measurement intensity

    • Rose's estimated VO2 using ACSM running equation: 44.6 ml/kg/min
    • Pete's VO2 consumption during 5-minute cycling at 150W: 1872.3 ml/min
    • Client's exercise intensity during treadmill run: (145-60)/(220-60) x 100 = 73% of maximum heart rate reserve (HRR)
    • Target HR for 65-85% intensity for athlete with resting HR of 54 bpm and max HR of 195 bpm: 126 to 157 bpm
    • Equivalent %HRmax at 60% VO2max: 76.4%

    Week 3: Scope of practice, exercise testing for apparently healthy adults, older adults, athletes & team sports

    • Subdivisions of chronological age for "older adults:" 50-64 years (younger old), 65-74 years (middle old), 75-84 years (older old), 85+ years (oldest old)
    • Reasons for an active lifestyle for older adults: Lower risk of chronic diseases, improved cognitive function, reduced risk of falls, improved sleep quality
    • Sarcopenia: Loss of muscle mass and function due to age
    • T-score diagnoses:
      • Low bone density: T-score between -1 and -2.5
      • Osteoporosis: T-score of -2.5 or lower
    • Test for balance issues in older adults: Balance error scoring system (BESS)
    • Cardiovascular fitness test for older adults: 6-minute walk test
    • Difference between sedentary and elite athletes in training intensity: Sedentary individuals experience a lower intensity, while elite athletes train at a much higher intensity.
    • Characteristics of team sports (needs analysis):
      • Intermittent: Frequent stops and starts.
      • Tactical: Requires strategy and decision-making.
      • Physically demanding: Involves aerobic and anaerobic energy systems.
      • Demands on specific skills: Requires technical skills to be successful.
    • Difference between continuous endurance sport and team sport: Continuous endurance sports require sustained high intensity, while team sports require intermittent bursts with high intensity.
    • Methods to determine maximal aerobic speed (MAS):
      • 1km time trial: Running or cycling as fast as possible for 1km.
      • Cooper 12-minute run: Running as far as possible in 12 minutes.
    • Prescription percentage of MAS: 85-90%
    • Training MAS methods:
      • Interval training: Alternating high-intensity intervals with recovery.
      • Fartlek training: Varying intensity over a duration of time.
      • Tempo training: Running at a conversational pace for a prolonged period.

    Week 4: Data analysis and interpretation, intensity calculations, communicating test results

    • Criterion for determining if VO2 max has been achieved: Plateau in VO2, despite increased workload.
    • Term used when VO2 max criterion is not met: Peak VO2
    • Phil's power output at max using regression equation:
      • VO2 = 5.76 L/min
      • Power (watts) = (5.76-0.6438)/0.0113 = 455.2 watts
    • Athlete comparison using lactate curve: Higher the lactate threshold, the better endurance performance
    • Lactate threshold interpretation: Indicates the point at which lactate production exceeds clearance, and the intensity at which the body can sustain for a prolonged period.
    • Prescribing exercise based on lactate threshold: Training at and above the lactate threshold can help improve cardiorespiratory fitness and endurance.

    Week 5: Training principles, GAS, periodization, dose-response

    • Stress: Any demand placed on the body, such as exercise or injury.
    • Strain: The body's response to stress, such as muscle soreness or fatigue.
    • General adaptation syndrome (GAS) stages:
      • Alarm: Initial response to stress, characterized by increased heart rate and adrenaline release.
      • Resistance: Adaptation to stress, the body becomes stronger and better equipped to handle similar demands.
      • Exhaustion: Unresolved stress, can lead to burnout, injury, or illness.
    • Periodization: Planned variation in training volume, intensity, and frequency over a period of time.
    • Purpose of periodization: To optimize performance, prevent overtraining, and promote long-term progress.
    • Purpose of training overload: To stimulate adaptation and improve performance.
    • FITT stands for: Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
    • Diminishing returns: As training volume and intensity increase, the rate of improvement may slow.
    • Accelerated setbacks: Overtraining leads to performance decrements, requiring rest and recovery.
    • Athlete performance limitations: Lack of consistent training, inadequate overload, and poor recovery.
    • Duration of training periods:
      • Microcycle: 1-4 weeks.
      • Mesocycle: 4-12 weeks.
      • Macrocycle: 1-4 years.
    • Five phases of a macrocycle:
      • Preparation phase: Building a foundation of fitness.
      • Competitive phase: Maintaining fitness and peaking for competition.
      • Transition phase: Active recovery and reduction of training.
      • Off-season: Rest and regeneration.
      • Pre-season: Preparing for the upcoming competitive season.
    • Microcycle intensity pattern: Gradual increase in intensity, peaking at the middle of the week, followed by a taper to facilitate recovery.
    • Four microcycle phases:
      • High-intensity block: Focused on developing power and speed.
      • Moderate-intensity block: Developing endurance and hypertrophy.
      • Low-intensity block: Recovery and active rest.
      • Tapering block: Gradually reducing intensity and volume to promote peak performance.
    • Mesocycle overload and rest ratio (3:1): Three weeks of overload followed by one week of rest.

    Week 6: intensity, training load, monitoring, technology, overtraining

    • Overreaching: Short-term performance decrement, due to high training demands.
      • Type of fatigue: Physiological and psychological.
      • Performance decrement duration: Few days to a few weeks.
      • Recovery time: Few days to a few weeks.
      • Most affected: Athletes training at high intensity.
    • Overtraining: Long-term performance decrement, due to chronic high training demands.
      • Type of fatigue: Chronic, persistent.
      • Performance decrement duration: Weeks to months.
      • Recovery time: Months.
      • Most affected: Athletes in high-demand environments.
    • Physiological responses to overreaching:
      • Increased resting heart rate.
      • Decreased sleep quality.
      • Increased injury risk.
      • Altered mood.
    • Best indicator of overreaching: Training load, measured in units of acute workload (AWL) and chronic workload (CWL), along with ratio of AWL to CWL.

    Week 7: Types of training, program design

    • Appropriate interval time for different distances:
      • 50-200m: 10-30 seconds.
      • 400m: 30-60 seconds.
      • 400m+: 1-2 minutes.
    • Suggested recovery for interval training:
      • ATP-CrP system: 1:1 work-to-rest ratio (e.g., 10 seconds work, 10 seconds rest).
      • Anaerobic glycolysis: 1:2 work-to-rest ratio (e.g., 30 seconds work, 60 seconds rest).
      • Aerobic metabolism: 1:3 work-to-rest ratio (e.g., 6 minutes work, 18 minutes rest).
    • Ben's interval session analysis: 400m session, total time = 32 minutes (estimated based on mile time).

    Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines

    • Current guidelines for apparently healthy adults: 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity a week.
    • Continued vs Multiple bouts of Cardio: Research suggests that continuous activity is more beneficial than multiple short bouts, particularly regarding fitness enhancements and metabolic health benefits.
    • Aerobic Training Adaptations: Including increased VO2max, improved cardiac output, lowered resting heart rate, and enhanced muscle mitochondrial density.
    • Average VO2max: Early twenties males have an average VO2max ~ 45 ml/kg/min, while females average ~ 38 ml/kg/min.

    Angina

    • Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease resulting from the heart muscle not receiving enough oxygen.
    • Symptoms: Chest pain or discomfort often described as tightness, pressure, or squeezing.
    • Aggravating Factors: Physical exertion, emotional stress, cold weather, and heavy meals.

    Energy Expenditure

    • Energy Expenditure (KJ) Calculation: 1 L of oxygen consumed = 20.96 KJ of energy expended
    • 70 kg man using 2 L oxygen/minute = 41.92 KJ/minute

    ACSM Predictive Equation

    • Rose's Estimated VO2: Speed = 12 km/hr = 200m/min VO2 = (0.2 x 200) + 3.5 = 43.5 ml/kg/min
    • Pete's VO2: VO2 = (10.51 x 150) + (6.35 x 70) - (10.49 x 25) + 519.3 = 2691 ml/min

    Intensity Calculations

    • Client Running Intensity: HRR = (145-60)/(220-60) x 100 = 62.5%
    • Athlete's Target HR: Target HR = [(195-54) x 0.65-0.85] + 54 = 128-155 bpm
    • Athlete's %HR max: %HRmax = (0.64 x 60) + 37 = 75.4%

    Older Adults

    • Subdivisions: 65-74, 75-84, 85+
    • Benefits of Activity: Enhanced physical function, reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved mental well-being, and increased social engagement.
    • Sarcopenia: Age-related muscle mass and strength decline.
    • T-Score Diagnosis:
      • -1 to -2.5: Low Bone Density
      • -2.5 or lower: Osteoporosis
    • Balance Test: Romberg Test
    • Cardiovascular Fitness Test: 6-minute walk test

    Team Sports Needs Analyses

    • Elite Athlete vs Sedentary: Elite athletes train at higher intensities and volumes.
    • Team Sport Characteristics:
      • Variable intensity with periods of high demand
      • Skill-based, with tactical and strategic components
      • Social and collaborative aspects
      • Limited individual control
    • Continuous Endurance Sport vs Team Sport:
      • Continuous endurance: Sustained, rhythmic movements with predictable workloads.
      • Team Sports: Intermittent, unpredictable, involving specific skills, tactics, and strategic decision-making.
    • Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS) Determination:
      • Incremental running or cycling tests
      • Field tests like the Yo-Yo intermittent recovery test
      • MAS Prescription: Usually prescribed at 85-95% to improve endurance performance.

    Data Analysis and Interpretation

    • VO2max Criteria: True VO2max is achieved when oxygen consumption plateaus despite an increase in workload.
    • VO2max Term: If the criteria isn't met, it's considered VO2peak.

    Training Principles

    • Stress: The stimulus applied to the body (e.g., exercise).
    • Strain: The body's response to the stress.
    • GAS Stages:
      • Alarm: Initial stress response
      • Adaptation: Body adjusts to the stress
      • Exhaustion: Body unable to cope with continued stress
    • Periodisation: Systematic planning of training cycles to maximise training effectiveness and minimize risk of overtraining.
    • Periodisation Purpose: Structure training over time to optimize performance and prevent overtraining.
    • Training Overload: Exposing the body to challenges beyond its current capacity to stimulate adaptation.
    • FITT: Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
    • Diminishing Returns: As training progresses, the rate of improvement slows down.
    • Accelerated Setbacks: A sudden decrease in performance due to overtraining or insufficient recovery.

    Macrocycle and Microcycle

    • Macrocycle Phases:
      • Preparation: Build a base of fitness
      • Competition: Focus on peak performance
      • Transition: Active recovery and regeneration
      • Pre-season: Develop physical and technical skills
      • In-season: Maintain performance and address specific performance needs
    • Typical Period Lengths:
      • Microcycle: 1-4 weeks
      • Mesocycle: 4-12 weeks
      • Macrocycle: 1 year or more

    Training Intensity

    • Intensity: Level of effort during training.
    • Monitoring: Assess training load and adaptation.
    • Overtraining: Excessive training leading to a decline in performance.
    • Overreaching: Short-term, planned overload inducing fatigue followed by a period of recovery.

    Overtraining vs Overreaching

    • Overreaching Fatigue: Temporary performance decrement.
    • Overreaching Recovery Time: 1-2 weeks
    • Overreaching Impact: Common in athletes who push their limits.
    • Overtraining Fatigue: Prolonged performance decline.
    • Overtraining Recovery Time: Can take months or longer
    • Overtraining Impact: Often associated with psychological distress and burnout.

    Training Load

    • Athlete Progress: Depends on their training load, adaptation capacity, and individual responses to stress.

    Program Design

    • Interval Training: Alternating high-intensity work and recovery periods.
    • Interval Time:
      • 50-200 m: 20-60 seconds
      • 400 m: 60-90 seconds
      • 400+ m: 90+ seconds
    • Work-to-Rest Ratio:
      • ATP-CrP: 1: 2-3
      • Anaerobic Glycolysis: 1: 2-4
      • Aerobic Metabolism: 1: 1-3
    • Training Load Examples:
      • Ben's Training Load:
        • 2 x (4 x 400) = 8 x 400m intervals, which is a high training load, emphasizing anaerobic glycolysis.

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