Crossfit Coaching & Instruction Methods 5

Question 1

A coach is running a class with athletes of widely varying experience levels. The best strategy is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide a range of scaling options and assign each athlete an appropriate level before the workout

Answer

Identifying appropriate scaling for each athlete's capacity before the workout starts ensures everyone trains safely and effectively at the right stimulus.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'mechanical consistency' as a prerequisite to increasing load in CrossFit?

Accepted Answer

An athlete demonstrates correct movement patterns across multiple reps and sets without coaching intervention

Answer

Mechanical consistency means the athlete reliably reproduces correct positions independently, which is the standard required before load or intensity increases.

Question 3

A coach uses the phrase 'set up tight before you pull' before an athlete's deadlift attempt. This cue is best classified as:

Accepted Answer

A preparatory cue reminding the athlete to establish tension before the movement begins

Answer

Preparatory cues are given before movement initiation to establish correct setup and bracing rather than in response to a fault that has already occurred.

Question 4

An athlete complains that a coach's corrections are discouraging because they always focus on faults. The most effective response is to:

Accepted Answer

Balance corrective feedback with specific acknowledgment of what the athlete is doing well

Answer

Balancing positive reinforcement with corrective feedback keeps athletes motivated and receptive, creating a more effective coaching environment.

Question 5

In CrossFit instruction, the 'mechanics, consistency, intensity' model means a coach should prioritize in which order?

Accepted Answer

Establish correct mechanics first, then consistency across reps, then increase intensity

Answer

CrossFit's foundational model requires athletes to first move correctly (mechanics), then repeatedly (consistency), before intensity is appropriately added.

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Crossfit Coaching & Instruction Methods 5