NSCA CSCS Anaerobic Training Program Design 5

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'specificity of speed' in anaerobic program design?

Accepted Answer

Performing sport-specific movements at velocities that match or exceed competition demands

Answer

Specificity of speed requires that training movements be performed at velocities similar to those used in competition to ensure neuromuscular transfer.

Question 2

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?

Accepted Answer

1:1 (e.g., 45 sec work, 45 sec rest)

Answer

A 1:1 work-to-rest ratio at high intensities stresses the glycolytic system and simulates the metabolic demands of a wrestling bout.

Question 3

Which of the following represents a correct application of the principle of progressive overload?

Accepted Answer

Gradually increasing training volume, intensity, or frequency over time

Answer

Progressive overload requires systematically increasing one or more training variables (volume, intensity, frequency) to continually challenge the body.

Question 4

A strength coach notices that an athlete's performance has plateaued despite consistent training. The BEST strategy to break through this plateau is to:

Accepted Answer

Introduce a variation in volume, intensity, or exercise selection

Answer

Introducing variation in training variables or exercise selection provides a novel stimulus that can disrupt a plateau and stimulate new adaptation.

Question 5

In undulating periodization (daily undulating periodization, DUP), which characteristic distinguishes it from linear periodization?

Accepted Answer

Training variables undulate daily or weekly rather than across months

Answer

DUP varies load, volume, and training focus within a week or even daily, contrasting with linear periodization's month-long phase progressions.

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NSCA CSCS Anaerobic Training Program Design 5