Sport Science and Performance Analysis - Part 1 Questions

These flashcards cover key concepts related to sports science, technology in sports, training models, and the role of sport scientists in performance analysis.

Why has the sport industry been slower to adopt technological advancements compared to other industries?

Historical limitations in acquiring and integrating new information.

What are the main issues faced by traditional roles within the HPU regarding technology and data utilization?

Lack of time, competence, and interest.

How can sport organizations overcome challenges in utilizing technology and data?

Recruit specialized sport scientists within the HPU.

What are key features of a successful Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)?

Competent individuals, shared values, and a collaborative physical environment.

Who plays a crucial role in effective decision-making in the HPU?

Sport scientist.

What is the significance of a shared mental model in an IDT?

It aligns values and behaviors for effective teamwork.

What does a collaborative physical environment increase in an IDT?

The frequency and quality of communication.

Why is a sport scientist considered essential to the IDT?

They bring objectivity and scientific insights to decision making.

What is the primary responsibility of a sport scientist in a sport organization?

Providing objective information for decision-making.

Which technology is commonly used as a sport science hub for most organizations?

Athlete management system.

What is the purpose of business intelligence software in sport science?

Visualizing data and creating dashboards.

How should sport scientists approach data interpretation?

Use objective evidence and quantitative data to inform decisions.

Which soft skill is essential for a sport scientist?

Emotional intelligence.

What is crucial for a sport scientist to do with communication?

Deliver messages to stakeholders.

What technology assesses running distance, velocity, and acceleration in sports?

Global Positioning System.

What follows the transient performance reduction due to homeostasis disruption?

Performance is enhanced.

What describes the positive response to training stress that leads to improved performance?

Supercompensation effect.

What is a critical challenge for sport scientists in training?

Balancing training stress and recovery.

What results from functional overreaching in training?

Temporary performance decline and high fatigue.

What does the fitness-fatigue model describe?

The interaction between adaptation and fatigue effects.

How does fatigue decay compared to fitness according to the fitness-fatigue model?

Fatigue decays at twice the rate of fitness.

What does the dose-response effect refer to?

The internal load due to a training stimulus.

What is the purpose of quantifying training load?

To assess an athlete's progression or regression.

What does external load refer to in training?

Distance and speed of running.

How should external and internal load measures be used?

In combination to get a complete picture of the training process.

What technological advancements have facilitated external load measurement?

Camera systems and GPS.

Why should factors like accelerations and decelerations be considered when quantifying external load?

They are energetically costly and taxing on the neuromuscular system.

What is performance considered a function of?

Fitness and fatigue.

What has research shown about training load and injury risk?

Both high and low loads increase injury risk.

What are some flaws in the acute:chronic workload ratio (ACWR)?

It does not consider training status and injury history.

What is an important requirement of a good monitoring system?

Noninvasiveness.

What is the relationship between periodization and programming?

Programming is a subset of periodization.

What is a purpose of the multiyear training plan?

Develop specific physiological and performance outcomes.

What should be considered in an athlete's annual training plan?

Nutrition, mental training, recovery, and skills-based training.

What role does the sport scientist play during the off-season?

All of the above (conducting testing, monitoring responses, interpreting data).

What is the primary goal during the in-season time period?

Managing cumulative fatigue and maximizing competitive performance.

What is the focus of the off-season in the annual training plan?

Establishing the foundation for the competitive season.

What is the purpose of tapering in training?

Reducing fatigue and optimizing performance.

What is the recommended workload reduction during tapering?

41% to 60%.

What is the typical duration range for tapers?

8 to 14 days.

What is the purpose of machine learning in training progression?

To develop predictive models for performance progression.

What is the purpose of accurate programming in team sports training?

To avoid overload or maintain an appropriate stimulus.

What is required to cover the full high-speed running velocity range in soccer?

Sprinting maximally or reaching velocities close to maximal velocity.

How is training volume adjusted for substitutes in-season?

Based on their playing time the preceding day.

What should be considered when programming specific locomotor loads?

Match demands, timing, and team sport training contents.