NSCA CSCS Speed, Agility, and Plyometric Training

Question 1

Which energy system is the PRIMARY source during a maximal 40-yard dash (~4–5 seconds)?

Accepted Answer

ATP-PCr (phosphocreatine) system

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Oxidative (aerobic) system

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Fast glycolytic system

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Slow glycolytic system

Question 2

During the acceleration phase of sprinting, the athlete's torso should be positioned in which way to optimize horizontal force application?

Accepted Answer

Leaning forward to direct force in the direction of travel

Answer

Upright and perpendicular to the ground

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Slightly backward to protect the spine

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Rotating laterally with each stride

Question 3

During maximum velocity sprinting, the foot should contact the ground in which pattern and location?

Accepted Answer

Forefoot contact approximately under the center of mass

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Heel-strike behind the center of mass

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Flat-foot contact directly under the hips

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Toe-only contact well in front of the hips

Question 4

What rest-to-work ratio is recommended for speed development training to allow full ATP-PCr replenishment?

Accepted Answer

1:5 to 1:10

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1:1

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1:2 to 1:3

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2:1

Question 5

Which training method uses elastic bands or sleds to apply external resistance and develop acceleration mechanics?

Accepted Answer

Resisted sprinting

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Assisted sprinting

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Plyometric bounding

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Overspeed training

Question 6

What is the primary mechanical goal during the drive phase of block starts in sprint training?

Accepted Answer

Low heel recovery and horizontal push-off at a forward lean

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High stride frequency with early upright posture

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Vertical force application to maximize step height

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Wide base of support to improve lateral balance