CIC Athlete Development & Training Techniques 2

Question 1

Which training principle states that the body must be exposed to a stress greater than it is normally accustomed to in order to produce an adaptation?

Accepted Answer

Overload

Answer

The overload principle requires that training stress exceed the athlete's current capacity to stimulate physiological adaptations.

Question 2

A high school sprinter is experiencing excessive anterior pelvic tilt during acceleration. Which muscle group is most likely underactive?

Accepted Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Weak gluteus maximus muscles often fail to counteract hip flexor dominance, resulting in excessive anterior pelvic tilt.

Question 3

What is the primary energy system used during a 400-meter race?

Accepted Answer

Glycolytic (lactic acid)

Answer

The 400-meter race relies predominantly on the glycolytic system, producing significant lactate over its 40–60 second duration.

Question 4

Which periodization model divides the training year into distinct phases of accumulation, transmutation, and realization?

Accepted Answer

Block periodization

Answer

Block periodization organizes training into concentrated blocks targeting accumulation, transmutation, and realization of fitness qualities.

Question 5

An interscholastic coach notices an athlete's jump height has plateaued after 8 weeks of plyometric training. What is the BEST next step?

Accepted Answer

Introduce a deload week followed by a new stimulus

Answer

A training plateau often signals accumulated fatigue or adaptation, making a deload followed by a novel stimulus the most effective response.

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CIC Athlete Development & Training Techniques 2