plyometrics, speed/agility

Question 1

plyometrics

Answer 1

quick, powerful movement

Question 2

speed requires ability to

Answer 2

accelerate and reach max velocity

Question 3

agility performance requires

Answer 3

perceptual-cognitive ability with ability to decelerate and reaccelerate

Question 4

stretch-shortening cycle

Answer 4

employs both the energy storage of the SEC and stimulation of the stretch reflex to facilitate max increase in a muscle recruitment over time

Question 5

as intensity increases, volume ____

Answer 5

decreases

Question 6

how long between plyometric sessions

Answer 6

42-72 hrs

Question 7

how many times a week should plyometrics be performed

Answer 7

2-3

Question 8

plyometrics is a form of resistance training and must follow the principles of

Answer 8

progressive overload

Question 9

progressive overload

Answer 9

the systematic increase in training frequency, volume, intensity

Question 10

upper body resistance training should be paired with ____ plyometrics

Answer 10

lower body

Question 11

speed

Answer 11

the skills and abilities needed to achieve high movement velocities

Question 12

change of direction

Answer 12

skills and abilities needed to explosively change movement direction, velocity or mode
how quick you can change

Question 13

agility

Answer 13

the skills and abilities needed to change direction, velocity or mode
how quick you can react