A.3.1 Qualities of training
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What is validity in fitness testing?
Validity measures whether a test accurately assesses what it is intended to measure.
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What is validity in fitness testing?
Validity measures whether a test accurately assesses what it is intended to measure.
Give an example of validity in fitness testing.
A 100m sprint test is valid for testing a sprinter's speed, while a swimming test is not.
What does reliability mean in fitness testing?
Reliability refers to obtaining consistent results when repeating a test under the same conditions.
How can you ensure reliability in fitness testing?
Use the same equipment, test at the same time, maintain consistent conditions, and follow standardized protocols.
What is accuracy in fitness testing?
Accuracy indicates how close measurements are to the true value.
What is a common mistake regarding accuracy and reliability?
A test can be reliable but inaccurate, like a clock that's consistently fast.
What does specificity mean in fitness testing?
Specificity means the test should closely match what is being assessed.
Provide an example of specificity in fitness testing.
A standing vertical jump test is specific for testing a basketball player's jump ability.
What are the health-related components of fitness?
Body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, muscular endurance, and strength.
What are the performance-related components of fitness?
Agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time, and speed.
How can performance-related components become health-related?
For certain populations, like the elderly, balance becomes crucial to prevent falls.
What are the essential elements of a training program?
Warm-up and stretching, main workout components, and cool-down and recovery.
What is progressive overload?
Gradually increasing the demands on your body over time.
Give an example of progressive overload in training.
Increasing from 3 sets of 10 pushups in Week 1 to 4 sets of 12 pushups in Week 3.
What is the principle of reversibility in training?
Fitness gains will reverse if training stops; 'use it or lose it'.
What is periodization in training?
Organizing training into phases: preparation, competition, and transition.
How can periodization benefit training?
It helps prevent burnout and optimizes performance peaks for important events.
What is the recommended structure for a training program?
Structure from general to specific and from simple to complex movements.