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A.3.3 Fatigue and recovery (HL)

A.3.3 Fatigue and recovery (HL) - IB Questionbank

The A.3.3 Fatigue and recovery (HL) question bank gives IB Sports, exercise and health science (SEHS - Old) students Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) authentic exam-style practice that mirrors IB Paper 1, 2, 3 structure and difficulty. Covering key syllabus areas such as core principles, advanced applications, and practical problem-solving, this resource builds confidence by training students in the same style of questions set by IB examiners. With instant solutions, detailed explanations, and syllabus-aligned practice, RevisionDojo helps students sharpen problem-solving skills and prepare effectively for mocks and final assessments. More than just practice, this question bank teaches students how to think the way IB examiners expect.

Question 1
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An athlete is considering purchasing compression garments.

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Outline the role of compression garments in sports recovery.

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Question 2
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A cyclist is halfway through their 20 km race.

1.

Discuss primary causes of fatigue.

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Question 3
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1.

Outline the fitness–fatigue model of training.

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Question 4
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1.

Define fatigue in the context of sports.

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Question 5
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1.

Outline four indicators of recovery post exercise.

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Question 6
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With relevant sporting examples

1.

Distinguish between high-intensity and endurance activities.

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Question 7
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1.

Describe two common cryotherapy methods used for recovery.

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Question 8
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1.

Define Cryotherapy.

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Question 9
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1.

Evaluate the use of various cryotherapy methods for recovery for athletes.

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