Chapters 21 and 22

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What does the fitness fatigue paradigm suggest about training effects?

Every training session results in immediate increases in performance.

Fatigue will always outweigh any fitness gains from training.

Training bouts create a balance of fatigue and fitness enhancements. (correct)

Training produces only fatigue without any residual benefits.

Which best describes the general preparatory phase of the preparatory period?

Focuses on sport-specific skills and strategies.

Involves active recovery and rest from any physical training.

Is concentrated on high-intensity performance training.

Emphasizes building a broad physical conditioning base. (correct)

What is the primary goal during the inflammatory phase of sprain treatment?

Encourage complete immobility of the affected joint.

Increase joint instability to facilitate healing.

Maximize physical activity to strengthen ligaments.

Prevent disruption of new tissue formation. (correct)

How long does a microcycle typically last?

Up to four weeks. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of supercompensation?

Elevated performance capacity following training adaptations. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the nature of a sprain?

A partial tear of a ligament without increased joint instability. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about macrocycles is true?

A macrocycle can span a full training year or even up to four years. (D) Signup and view all the answers

During the repair phase of healing from a sprain, what significant changes occur?

Collagen fiber production and a decrease in inflammatory cells. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following exercises is categorized under Closed Kinetic Chain exercises for sprain rehabilitation?

Back squats. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect to consider when treating a sprain to ensure successful healing?

Incorporating appropriate amounts of movement and load. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines macrotrauma?

A sudden episode of overload injury to a tissue leading to disrupted integrity. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a sprain and a strain?

A sprain is related to ligamentous trauma and a strain is related to muscle/tendinous injury. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes a closed kinetic chain exercise?

The distal joint segment is stationary and meets resistance. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Identifying which condition, a subluxation, entails a joint trauma where:

Only a partial displacement of joint surfaces takes place. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes microtrauma from macrotrauma?

Microtrauma results from repeated abnormal stress, while macrotrauma is a result of sudden overload. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What primary focus distinguishes the Specific Preparatory Phase from other phases of training?

Expanding the athlete's training base with sport-specific training (C) Signup and view all the answers

During which training phase does hypertrophy primarily occur?

Specific Preparatory Phase (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which phase is characterized by high intensity and low volume to prepare athletes for competitions?

Peaking Phase (A) Signup and view all the answers

What best describes Daily Undulating Periodization?

Consists of large daily fluctuations in load and volume assignments (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the Second Transition Period in training?

To provide active rest before starting the next annual training plan (D) Signup and view all the answers

What adjustment should be made to the fourth set of the DAPRE resistance system if an athlete achieves 3-4 reps in their third set?

Decrease by 0-5 pounds (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making a weight adjustment in the DAPRE resistance system?

To ensure progressive overload is achieved (B) Signup and view all the answers

If an athlete consistently completes more than 4 reps in the third set, what would likely be a suggested adjustment for the fourth set?

Increase by 0-5 pounds (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the DAPRE resistance system, how does the number of reps completed in the third set influence the fourth set adjustment?

More reps generally lead to maintaining or decreasing weight (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to adequately adjust the weight for the fourth set in the DAPRE resistance system?

It may lead to stagnation in strength development (C), Increased risk of injury from overloading (D) Signup and view all the answers

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A principle where the body responds to stress with alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Supercompensation

Improvements in performance from training, exceeding the previous level.