Best Practices & Methodologies Flashcards
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Which warm-up approach is generally recommended immediately before explosive or high-speed activity?
Answer: Dynamic warm-up with sport-specific movements
Dynamic warm-ups raise muscle temperature and prepare movement patterns without reducing power.
The RAMP warm-up protocol stands for Raise, Activate, Mobilize, and:
Answer: Potentiate
RAMP finishes with potentiation, using higher-intensity drills to enhance subsequent performance.
When coaching a novice learning a new complex lift, which practice is most effective early on?
Answer: Lighter loads with frequent feedback on technique
Beginners benefit from light loads and frequent technical feedback during the cognitive stage of learning.
In motor learning, practicing several different skills in a mixed, unpredictable order is known as:
Answer: Random practice
Random practice improves long-term retention and transfer despite slower initial performance.
What is generally considered best practice for a cool-down after vigorous exercise?
Answer: Gradually lowering intensity with light activity for 5-10 minutes
A gradual cool-down helps heart rate and blood pressure return toward resting levels safely.
An athlete shows declining performance, persistent fatigue, and mood disturbances despite rest days over several weeks. This most likely indicates:
Answer: Overtraining syndrome
Overtraining syndrome involves prolonged performance decline and symptoms that persist despite short-term rest.
Which type of feedback is provided by the coach rather than the athlete's own senses?
Answer: Augmented (extrinsic) feedback
Augmented feedback comes from external sources such as coaches, video, or devices.
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