Chapter 19 - SAQ Training
You have a client seeking weight loss. What number of repetitions is most appropriate for SAQ drills?
3 to 5 reps
Starting at what percentage of bone density loss does the risk of hip fracture increase by 2.5 times?
A 10% loss in bone density can increase risk of fracture by 2.5 times.
What is osteoporosis?
A disease in which the density and quality of bone tissue is reduced, causing bones to become weak and fragile Osteoporosis is a disease that carries increased risk of fractures with decreased bone density.
How much rest should be given between each repetition of an SAQ exercise for young athletes?
A rest period of 15 to 60 seconds would be the most recommended choice for a youth athlete.
What term best describes the amount of mineral content, such as calcium and phosphorous, in a segment of bone?
Bone mineral density is the amount of mineral content, such as calcium and phosphorus, in a segment of bone.
Agility plus which of the following concepts are separate but related concepts that both fit underneath the umbrella of agility training?
Change of direction is part of agility in that the client must control their body and alter direction of movement based on the exercise.
Which of the following is a component of agility training?
Deceleration
To increase the metabolic demand of SAQ exercises among weight-loss clients, which of the following adjustments to a workout session could be implemented?
Decreased rest periods
What is the most appropriate SAQ program design for a beginner adult who is apparently healthy?
For a beginner SAQ program design for an apparently healthy adult, it would be suggested to complete 4 to 6 drills with limited inertia and unpredictability.
From the choices provided, what would be most recommended for SAQ drills per session with beginner clients?
Four to six drills is recommended for beginning clients. (These are only meant to be suggestions and should be gauged on the total volume of training for all the workout's components, including cardio, core, balance, plyometric, and resistance training.)
Improving frontside running mechanics is associated with which of the following?
Less braking force
Jane is a high school hockey goalie. Which type of SAQ training best relates to the physical skills needed at her position?
Quickness involves a rapid response to a stimulus and the ability to change the direction of the body movement according to that stimulus; these skills are much needed by a hockey goalie.
Which component of SAQ involves the ability to react to a stimulus (i.e., reaction time) and appropriately change the motion of the body in response to that stimulus (such as hitting a baseball)?
Quickness is the ability to react and change body position with maximal rate of force production, in all planes of motion and from all body positions, during dynamic activities.
You are working with an intermediate client on SAQ drills. From the choices provided, what would be the best choice for drills per session?
Six to eight drills is appropriate for intermediate clients. (These are only meant to be suggestions and should be gauged on the total volume of training for all the workout's components, including cardio, core, balance, plyometric, and resistance training.)
What is the ability to move the body in one direction as fast as possible?
Speed involves movement in one direction as fast as possible.
How is osteopenia best described?
The loss of bone density related to the aging process. Osteopenia is a decrease in bone density with age and is a precursor to osteoporosis.
How many repetitions of each SAQ drill is appropriate for youth athletes?
Three to five reps would be the most recommended choice for a youth athlete.
What is the general recommended rest between SAQ reps for intermediate clients?
Zero to 60 seconds is optimal for intermediate clients. (These are only meant to be suggestions and should be gauged on the total volume of training for all the workout's components, including cardio, core, balance, plyometric, and resistance training.)