fitness testing

Question 1

what is the importance of fitness testing? (7)

Answer 1

identify strengths and weaknesses
monitor progress
compare results
talent identification
set goals; incentive to improve
motivation
achievement

Question 2

what are the correct procedures for carrying out a fitness test?(4)

Answer 2

select appropriate tests
identify specific components of fitness relevant to activity
standardising testing protocol
make the tests as specific to the sports as possible

Question 3

how do you ensure reliability of results? (5)

Answer 3

• keep the environment the same/consistent
• protocol should stay the same and be accurate
• test multiple times to prevent errors
• performers should undergo a warm up and be ‘healthy’
• ensure all equipment is calibrated

Question 4

define reliability?

Answer 4

the results are consistent and repeated over different occasions. you should be able to obtain the same or similar result on two separate trials

Question 5

define validity

Answer 5

the tests actually measure what it is set out to
test can be reliable but not valid

Question 6

what are the 3 different types of lab testing?

Answer 6

max VO2 treadmill test
lactate threshold test
505 agility test

Question 7

what is VO2 max?

Answer 7

the volume of oxygen that is consumed and utilised per minute during sub maximal work

Question 8

what is the 1 type of field testing?

Answer 8

MSFT (multi stage fitness test)

Question 9

what are the advantages of lab testing?

Answer 9

• more accurate
• more resources

Question 10

what are the disadvantages of lab testing?

Answer 10

• expensive
• time consuming
• need qualified personnel to run the test
• may not be practical/specific

Question 11

what are the advantages of field testing? (5)

Answer 11

• accessible to all
• can be carried out anywhere
• cheaper
• easy set up (minimal equipment)
• everyone can do it at the same time

Question 12

what are the disadvantages of field testing?

Answer 12

• risk of human error
• open environment
• only an estimate

Question 13

what is the maximal and sub maximal fitness test?

Answer 13

maximal - VO2 max/MSFT
sub maximal - PWC 170 test

Question 14

what does the PWC 170 test estimate?

Answer 14

the physical working capacity at a heart rate of 170 bpm

Question 15

how does the PWC 170 test work?

Answer 15

athletes perform 3 consecutive workloads on a cycle ergometer with a heart rate monitor attached
they start the workload and try to achieve a heart rate between
100-115
continue the test for 2 more workloads, try to achieve a
HR between 115-130 and 130-145
draw a line of best fit to estimate workload for 170 bpm

Question 16

what are the positives of sub maximal testing?

Answer 16

suited for sedentary individuals as performer not placed in stressful environments
few health risks
simple test to set up and collate results
motivation doesn’t have to be high

Question 17

what are the negatives of sub maximal testing?

Answer 17

only provides an estimate as the result
can’t measure speed, power, strength accurately - only assess aerobic

Question 18

what are the positives of maximal testing?

Answer 18

more accurate result – both aerobic and anaerobic
suited for active performers and top level performers
results can be compared

Question 19

what are the negatives of maximal testing?

Answer 19

equipment can be expensive
increased health risk
high degree of motivation needed

Question 20

how does MSFT provide an accurate measurement of VO2 max?

Answer 20

there is an ever increasing workload - test is progressive
each level is 1 minute

Question 21

how doesn’t MSFT provide an accurate measurement of VO2 max?

Answer 21

motivation problems
some pps have difficulty pushing themselves to the max
turning constantly can be fatiguing
the environment varies
variation in protocols