Crossfit Coaching & Instruction Methods 2

Question 1

When using the 'teaching by exception' method, a CrossFit coach should focus on:

Accepted Answer

Correcting the most dangerous or most common fault first

Answer

Teaching by exception means identifying and correcting the fault that poses the greatest safety risk or has the largest impact on performance first.

Question 2

A coach notices an athlete is staring at the ground during a back squat. The most appropriate cue to address this is:

Accepted Answer

'Eyes forward' or 'Pick a spot on the wall in front of you'

Answer

A direct eye-position cue like 'eyes forward' is most effective because it immediately addresses the specific fault the athlete is displaying.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a 'whiteboard brief' before a CrossFit class?

Accepted Answer

To explain the workout, movement standards, and scaling options to athletes

Answer

The whiteboard brief sets expectations, clarifies movement standards, and ensures athletes understand scaling options before the workout begins.

Question 4

Which approach best describes 'external cueing' in CrossFit coaching?

Accepted Answer

Directing an athlete's focus to the effect of their movement on an object or outcome

Answer

External cues shift the athlete's attention to an external target or outcome, such as 'push the floor away' instead of 'extend your knees.'

Question 5

During a group class, a coach should ideally position themselves so they can:

Accepted Answer

See all athletes and have a clear view of movement from multiple angles

Answer

Moving through the room and maintaining sightlines to all athletes allows the coach to monitor safety and provide timely corrections.

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