ACSM Sports Performance Coaching 2

Question 1

According to ACSM guidelines, what is the primary energy system utilized during a 400-meter sprint?

Accepted Answer

Glycolytic (anaerobic) system

Answer

The 400-meter sprint (~45-60 seconds) relies predominantly on the fast glycolytic system with significant lactate production.

Question 2

A performance coach wants to improve an athlete's rate of force development (RFD). Which training method is MOST effective?

Accepted Answer

Ballistic and plyometric exercises

Answer

Ballistic and plyometric exercises require rapid force production, directly improving RFD through neural adaptations.

Question 3

When periodizing a team sport athlete's annual training plan, which phase typically emphasizes technical skill development at lower intensities?

Accepted Answer

General preparatory phase

Answer

The general preparatory phase builds foundational fitness and allows technical work at lower intensities before sport-specific loading increases.

Question 4

A soccer player completes a 90-minute match. Which nutritional strategy BEST supports rapid glycogen resynthesis post-game?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrate intake of 1.0-1.2 g/kg body weight within 30 minutes

Answer

ACSM recommends 1.0-1.2 g/kg carbohydrate in the first 30 minutes post-exercise to maximize glycogen resynthesis rates.

Question 5

Which assessment is MOST appropriate for measuring a baseball pitcher's upper-body power output?

Accepted Answer

Seated medicine ball chest throw

Answer

The seated medicine ball chest throw measures explosive upper-body power in a manner that approximates the throwing motion mechanics.

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