Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider factors influencing the ...

Measuring body fat percentage is easy to discover the correct body weight and composition. Beneath the skin is a layer of subcutaneous fat, and the percentage of total body fat can be measured by ...

Calculations are based on Dick (1987) [1] table of controls for 100/200m/400m athletes. The 100m and 200m are electronic timings. The other times are hand timings. To get a predicted electronic time, ...

Identify 3 to 4 circuits of 6 to 10 exercises that can be performed with the available resources. In each circuit, trnsure that no two consecutive exercises exercise the same muscle group. e.g. do not ...

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider the factors influencing the ...

The Jumps Decathlon (Arnold 1987) [1] is easy to carry out and is an excellent way to test an athlete's elastic strength. The Jumps Decathlon comprises the following ten events: Standing long jump ...

Goal setting is a mental training technique that can increase an individual's commitment to achieving a personal goal. Having a short or long-term goal can encourage an individual to work harder, ...

The following are details of various exercises that can be performed using dumbbells.

Body fat scales use the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technique. This method measures body composition by sending a low, safe electrical current through the body. The current passes freely ...

A Training Plan aims to identify the work to be carried out to achieve agreed objectives. Training Plans should be drawn up to identify long-term (4 years) goals and short-term plans for the ...

You have carefully prepared your athlete for the major competition He is stronger now than ever before He is about to pull a personal best in the final deadlift of his group The bar comes off the ...

The following diagram shows an annual training plan (macrocycle) for an athlete whose major competition is sometime in July/August.