Practice Exam Flashcards
(29 cards)
Which of the following is an example of internal training load monitoring?
Mean heart rate
Which of the following strength qualities is most related to an athlete’s ability to decelerate effectively?
Peak eccentric knee extensor force
What type of validity would a lactate threshold test have for assessing endurance performance?
Predictive
Which of the following strategies is most effective in minimising the interference effect when combining endurance and strength/power training?
Scheduling strength training in the morning and endurance in the evening with at least 6 hours between sessions
A Respiratory Exchange Ratio (RER) value of 0.7 indicates that the body is predominantly using which substrate for energy at rest?
Fats
Why is athlete profiling important in a needs analysis?
It helps identify and organise training, preparation, and development to focus on key performance areas
Which of the following is a key target for Critical Speed Training?
Aim for a perceived effort of 5-6/10, HRmax between 83-87%, and a blood lactate of 2.8 – 3.5 mmol/L, with stable breathing.
What does high intra-reliability indicate about a measurement?
The measurement is consistent when repeated by the same investigator
How can Anaerobic Speed Reserve (ASR) be calculated?
Maximal Sprint Speed (MSS) − Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS)
When conducting isometric strength tests at specific joint angles, which piece of equipment is recommended for precise measurement of force?
Dynamometer or force plate
What is the primary physiological adaptation expected from low-intensity, long slow distance (LSD) training in Zone 1?
Increased mitochondrial volume and improved fat oxidation efficiency
Which of the following is a recognised heat acclimation adaptation?
Decreased rating of perceived exertion
Which of the following is not a cardiovascular adaptation associated with aging?
Increased vasodilatory capacity
What term describes the phenomenon of the change in circulating leukocyte numbers during and after a single bout of exercise?
Biphasic response
Which of the following primary training methods is emphasised for developing maximal isometric strength?
Heavy strength training with a concentric start + “end portion” ROM, plus direct isometric tasks
Which is least likely the cause of fatigue during 400m run?
Reduced muscle glycogen
What role do satellite cells play in muscle hypertrophy?
They fuse with muscle fibers to increase the number of nuclei and support muscle growth
Which cells are primarily involved in innate immunity?
Neutrophils
Which of the following best describes the predominant neuromuscular demands during the acceleration and maximum velocity phases of sprinting?
Acceleration relies more on concentric explosive strength, whereas maximum velocity requires greater eccentric rate of force development and leg stiffness
Which energy pathway has the highest capacity to produce energy (total yield of ATP can be produced)?
Oxidative (from fat)
Which statement most accurately describes how muscle architecture influences strength and speed?
Pennate muscles typically have larger PCSA and are better for force production
What happens to the nitrogen component of amino acids during protein metabolism?
It is excreted through the kidneys in the form of urea
Which of the following best describes the primary physiological response when body temperature increases during exercise in a hot environment?
Activation of the heat-loss centre in the hypothalamus, leading to vasodilation and increased sweating
Which of the following best defines a needs analysis in the context of athletic training?
A process that involves a detailed breakdown of the sport’s physical demands and the athlete’s physical profile
