Anaerobic Training Program Design Flashcards
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Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'specificity of speed' in anaerobic program design?
Answer: Performing sport-specific movements at velocities that match or exceed competition demands
Specificity of speed requires that training movements be performed at velocities similar to those used in competition to ensure neuromuscular transfer.
A wrestler is in the preseason and needs to improve anaerobic capacity. Which work-to-rest ratio BEST mimics the energy demands of wrestling and trains the glycolytic system?
Answer: 1:1 (e.g., 45 sec work, 45 sec rest)
A 1:1 work-to-rest ratio at high intensities stresses the glycolytic system and simulates the metabolic demands of a wrestling bout.
Which of the following represents a correct application of the principle of progressive overload?
Answer: Gradually increasing training volume, intensity, or frequency over time
Progressive overload requires systematically increasing one or more training variables (volume, intensity, frequency) to continually challenge the body.
A strength coach notices that an athlete's performance has plateaued despite consistent training. The BEST strategy to break through this plateau is to:
Answer: Introduce a variation in volume, intensity, or exercise selection
Introducing variation in training variables or exercise selection provides a novel stimulus that can disrupt a plateau and stimulate new adaptation.
In undulating periodization (daily undulating periodization, DUP), which characteristic distinguishes it from linear periodization?
Answer: Training variables undulate daily or weekly rather than across months
DUP varies load, volume, and training focus within a week or even daily, contrasting with linear periodization's month-long phase progressions.
A strength and conditioning specialist wants to maximize power development in a track and field athlete. Which combination of training methods is MOST effective?
Answer: Maximal strength training combined with ballistic/plyometric training
Combining maximal strength training with explosive ballistic or plyometric exercises addresses both the force and velocity components of the power equation (P = F × V).
Which of the following is the PRIMARY reason that Olympic weightlifting exercises (e.g., power clean, power snatch) are included in anaerobic training programs for athletes?
Answer: They develop explosive triple extension and high rates of force development
Olympic lifts train explosive hip, knee, and ankle extension simultaneously with high rates of force development, directly transferring to athletic performance.