CSCS Quiz Chapter 19

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Periodization of ahtletes


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  • 1. 
    Which term about periodization cycles is correct?A. Macrocycle: Typically constitutes an entire training yearB. Mesocycle: Several weeks to several monthsC. Microcycle: Typically one week long but could last up to four
    • A. 

      A & B

    • B. 

      B & C

    • C. 

      A & C

    • D. 

      All of the above

    • E. 

      None of the above

  • 2. 
    _________ involves shifting training priorities from non-sport-specific activities of high volume and low intensity to sport-specific activities of low volume and high intensity over a period of many weeks to prevent overtraining and optimize performance.
  • 3. 
    In terms of periodization a ______________ refers to an entire training year.
  • 4. 
    During this phase of the preparatory period athletes perform low to moderate intensity and high to very high volume
    • A. 

      Basic strength

    • B. 

      Power/strength

    • C. 

      Hypertrophy/endurance

    • D. 

      Endurance/strength

  • 5. 
    During this period athletes want to maintain their previous gains in order to try perform better in their sport.
  • 6. 
    Periodization has been shown to increase all of the following EXCEPT
    • A. 

      Power

    • B. 

      Vertical jump

    • C. 

      Strength

    • D. 

      Body fat percentage

  • 7. 
    The __________ periodization model involves gradual microcycle increases in intensity over time.
  • 8. 
    A ____________ period is important for athletes in order to recover from the physical demands of the season.
    • A. 

      Second transition

    • B. 

      Preparatory

    • C. 

      Power

    • D. 

      Endurance

  • 9. 
    A ____________ model of periodization involves weekly changes in loads and reps and volume.
  • 10. 
    True or false:  Resistance training workouts should be performed in season even during times of increased demands due to sport related activities.
    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

  • 11. 
    ______________ testing should be performed in the first week of the off season mesocycle.
  • 12. 
    A goal of the off season cycle should be to establish a base level of _____________ to increase the athlete's tolerance for more intense training.
  • 13. 
    During the ______________ phase the main goal is to increase the strength of the muscles essential to the primary sports movements.
    • A. 

      Speed phase

    • B. 

      Endurance phase

    • C. 

      Hypertrophy phase

    • D. 

      Basic strength phase

  • 14. 
    The ___________ period is the transition from high volume and high intensity training.
    • A. 

      Second transition

    • B. 

      Competition

    • C. 

      First transition

    • D. 

      Third transition

  • 15. 
    In Selye's general adaptation syndrome model (GAS) in which stage does the body adapts to stimuli and returns to normal function
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