NASM Plyometric & SAQ Training 2

Question 1

In NASM's training system, SAQ stands for:

Accepted Answer

Speed, Agility, and Quickness

Answer

SAQ stands for Speed, Agility, and Quickness — three distinct but interrelated neuromuscular qualities trained to improve athletic and functional performance.

Question 2

Which component of SAQ training is defined as the ability to accelerate, decelerate, stabilize, and change direction quickly?

Accepted Answer

Agility

Answer

Agility encompasses the full movement cycle of acceleration, deceleration, stabilization, and directional change, making it the most complex component of SAQ training.

Question 3

What is the primary neural adaptation that SAQ training targets?

Accepted Answer

Enhanced neuromuscular efficiency and reaction time

Answer

SAQ training primarily improves neuromuscular efficiency and reaction time, enabling the nervous system to rapidly recruit and coordinate muscles in response to movement demands.

Question 4

According to NASM, quickness is BEST defined as:

Accepted Answer

The ability to react to a stimulus and change body position with maximal rate of force production

Answer

NASM defines quickness as the ability to react to a stimulus and rapidly change body position, emphasizing the reactive and neuromuscular aspects rather than sustained speed.

Question 5

Which drill is MOST appropriate for developing linear speed mechanics and hip flexor strength?

Accepted Answer

A-skip

Answer

The A-skip drill improves stride mechanics by reinforcing proper hip drive, knee lift, and arm swing patterns, which are foundational to developing efficient linear speed.

NASM - Certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Specialist Practice Test

NASM - Certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Specialist Practice Test

NASM Plyometric & SAQ Training 2