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