Technology Flashcards

(16 cards)

1
Q

What are some lab or field fitness tests an individual can use to monitor physical performance?

A

Examples include the multistage fitness test and sit and reach tests

A tennis player can test cardiovascular endurance with the multistage fitness test, while a gymnast may assess flexibility using sit and reach tests.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is a benefit of field tests for monitoring physical performance?

A

Field tests are easy, inexpensive, and can be done alone

However, they may not provide the same accuracy as lab tests.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

How can a footballer monitor their performance during a game?

A

By using a GPS tracker

GPS trackers provide data on distance run, heart rate, and intensity, though they can be expensive.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is the purpose of using data from GPS trackers in training?

A

To create a training programme specific to the individual’s strengths and areas for improvement.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What test can a marathon runner perform to monitor cardiovascular endurance?

A

Vo2 max lab test

This test is accurate, reliable, and valid but requires professional equipment.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is a potential drawback of the Vo2 max lab test?

A

It requires expensive and complicated professional equipment.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is tactical analysis in performance monitoring?

A

It involves refining strategies used in games, such as using heat maps

Heat maps can show areas of the pitch where players are most active.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

How can coaches use heat maps to improve team performance?

A

By analyzing positioning when the team has and does not have the ball.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What aspect of performance does technical analysis focus on?

A

An athlete’s technique and skills in their sport.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

How can video analysis help improve an athlete’s technical performance?

A

By allowing slow-motion playback, freeze framing, or side-by-side comparisons

This helps identify areas for technique improvement.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is notational analysis?

A

It is based on statistics from a performer’s game, such as passes completed and shots on target.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What can an analyst do with the data from notational analysis?

A

Highlight a performer’s weaker areas and create specific training to refine those skills.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What is more important than individual performance in a team context?

A

Technical performance while benefitting a whole team

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

Why is technical performance crucial in a team?

A

There is a closer margin in winning and losing

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What angle of release should a long jumper aim for to achieve an optimal jump?

A

45 degrees

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Fill in the blank: A long jumper will alter their technique on their angle of release which should be _______ to have an optimal jump.