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FIG Sports Science and Conditioning Flashcards

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  1. What is 'Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport' (RED-S) and why is it a concern for gymnast coaches?

    Answer: A condition where inadequate caloric intake impairs health and performance, common in weight-sensitive sports

    RED-S occurs when energy intake is insufficient relative to exercise demand, negatively affecting hormonal, bone, and metabolic health — a significant risk in gymnastics.

  2. Which of the following best describes 'overreaching' in a gymnast's training program?

    Answer: A short-term increase in training load that temporarily decreases performance but is followed by supercompensation

    Functional overreaching is a planned short-term training overload that, with adequate recovery, leads to performance gains via supercompensation.

  3. Which muscle group is MOST critical to strengthen for injury prevention on the balance beam?

    Answer: Ankle stabilizers and peroneals

    Strong ankle stabilizers and peroneals are essential for balance, proprioception, and absorbing landing forces on the narrow beam surface.

  4. In sports science, 'Rate of Force Development' (RFD) is most relevant to gymnastics because:

    Answer: Faster RFD allows gymnasts to generate explosive power within the brief contact times of tumbling and vaulting

    High RFD enables gymnasts to produce maximum force quickly during the brief ground contact phases of tumbling and vaulting.

  5. What is the recommended hydration approach for gymnasts during a multi-session training day?

    Answer: Hydrate consistently throughout the day, consuming fluids before, during, and after each training session

    Consistent hydration throughout the day maintains performance, cognitive function, and recovery across multiple training sessions.

  6. In gymnastics conditioning, 'proprioception training' is most valuable for:

    Answer: Improving the body's ability to sense joint position and movement to enhance balance and injury prevention

    Proprioception training enhances sensory feedback from joints and muscles, improving balance, coordination, and reducing injury risk on apparatus.

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