SCS Strength Training Program Design 4

Question 1

Which of the following BEST defines the term 'training specificity' in program design?

Accepted Answer

Designing training that closely matches the demands of the target sport or performance goal

Answer

Specificity (SAID principle) states that adaptations are specific to the type, intensity, and pattern of training stimulus applied.

Question 2

When assessing readiness to increase load in a linear progression model, which criterion is MOST commonly used?

Accepted Answer

Athlete completes all prescribed sets and reps with good form

Answer

In linear progression, load is increased when the athlete successfully completes all prescribed reps across all sets with acceptable technique.

Question 3

An athlete's 1RM back squat is 200 kg. Using 70% of 1RM for a hypertrophy block, what load should be prescribed?

Accepted Answer

140 kg

Answer

70% of 200 kg = 140 kg, which falls within the moderate-intensity range that supports hypertrophic adaptations.

Question 4

Which periodization model is MOST suitable for an athlete with multiple competitions spread evenly throughout the year?

Accepted Answer

Conjugate periodization maintaining multiple qualities simultaneously

Answer

Conjugate (concurrent) periodization trains multiple physical qualities together, making it ideal when athletes must stay competition-ready year-round.

Question 5

What effect does a slow eccentric tempo (e.g., 4–6 seconds) PRIMARILY have on a strength training set?

Accepted Answer

Increases mechanical stress and metabolic demand, promoting hypertrophy

Answer

A prolonged eccentric phase increases time under tension, creating greater mechanical and metabolic stress that is highly conducive to hypertrophic adaptations.

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SCS Strength Training Program Design 4