NSCA CSCS Speed, Agility, and Plyometric Training 2

Question 1

Which component is NOT part of the reactive agility model as described in NSCA literature?

Accepted Answer

Static flexibility

Answer

Reactive agility involves stimulus recognition, decision making, and change-of-direction speed; static flexibility is not a component of the reactive agility model.

Question 2

The T-test is primarily used by strength and conditioning coaches to evaluate which athletic quality?

Accepted Answer

Agility and multi-directional change-of-direction ability

Answer

The T-test assesses agility and change-of-direction ability by requiring athletes to sprint, shuffle laterally, and backpedal in a T-shaped course.

Question 3

Which physical quality is considered MOST critical for effective change-of-direction performance?

Accepted Answer

Deceleration ability

Answer

Deceleration ability is the most critical quality for COD because athletes must reduce velocity before they can redirect effectively.

Question 4

Ladder drills are primarily used in athletic training to develop which quality?

Accepted Answer

Foot speed, coordination, and movement pattern efficiency

Answer

Ladder drills develop foot speed, body coordination, and movement pattern efficiency through rapid, precise foot placements.

Question 5

A 'plant-and-cut' maneuver in sport involves which foot placement and movement pattern?

Accepted Answer

Planting the outside foot and pushing the body in the opposite direction

Answer

A plant-and-cut uses the outside foot to plant and create ground reaction force, pushing the body sharply in the opposite direction.

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS - NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Practice Test

NSCA CSCS Speed, Agility, and Plyometric Training 2