Testing, Evaluation & Needs Analysis Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a needs analysis when designing a strength and conditioning program?
Answer: To identify the sport's physiological demands and the athlete's current fitness level
A needs analysis identifies the physiological and biomechanical demands of the sport and the athlete's current fitness to guide individualized program design.
Which test is commonly used to assess lower-body anaerobic explosive power in athletes?
Answer: Vertical jump test
The vertical jump test measures lower-body explosive anaerobic power and is widely used in athletic assessment.
What does the Wingate Anaerobic Test primarily measure?
Answer: Peak and mean anaerobic power output
The 30-second Wingate test measures peak anaerobic power and mean anaerobic power on a cycle ergometer.
Which skinfold site is located at the back of the upper arm, measured at the posterior midline between the acromion and olecranon?
Answer: Triceps
The triceps skinfold is measured at the posterior midline of the upper arm at the level midway between the acromion and olecranon processes.
The T-test primarily assesses which physical quality?
Answer: Agility and change of direction speed
The T-test measures agility and change of direction speed by requiring sprinting and lateral movement in a T-shaped pattern.
For maximal squat testing, what safety measure does the NSCA recommend?
Answer: A power rack or spotters on each side of the bar plus one behind
NSCA recommends using a power rack or having spotters positioned at each side of the bar and behind the lifter for maximal squat testing.