NSCA CPSS ACTUAL EXAM 100 QUESTIONS AND
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What factors are considered for the complexity of training and load? - ANSWER-Physiological -
kinetic energy(distance/speed threshold), metabolic power(accelerations), VO2, Cardiovascular
demand, RPE
Biomechanical - Whole-body loads (Ground reaction forces), Accelerations and decelerations
(Magnitude and frequency), Rate of acceleration (Playerload TM), Joint Load, perceived tissue
damage, RPE
How is validity represented by data? - ANSWER-Various statistics, including a correlation, the typical
error of the estimate, and bias degree to which the field measure tends to over- or under-estimate
compared to the criterion.
What is the coefficient of variation? - ANSWER-The variability of test - retest scores, and the change
in the mean score between repeated trials.
removal of linearity
What are the basic characteristics of Overload? - ANSWER-Intensity -(force, RFD, power)
Specificity- (degree of similarity between the performance and training exercises (metabolic and
mechanical) - Enhances "transfer of training effect"
Variation - method of manipulating the overload and degree of specificity; and is the most important
factor in guiding training toward a specific goal and for fatigue management.
What is non-linear training? - ANSWER-Periodization
What is a concentrated load? - ANSWER-A phase of training emphasizing one specific characteristic
Eg. long-term endurance, strength-endurance, basic strength, power, speed
Training during the CL is de-emphasized
,How long does the general preparation/accumulation training phase take? - ANSWER-12-28 days
How long do strength-power/transmutation changes take to occur? - ANSWER-12-28 days
How long does the competition/realization phase last? - ANSWER-8-14 days
For off season training, what type of training programs increase the preparedness of a team sports
season? - ANSWER-Phase Potentiation(block periodization)
For in-season training, what type of program should be used? - ANSWER-Maintenance programming,
moderate to high - intensity and moderate volume variation.
What training should be avoided during season due to poor fatigue management? - ANSWER-
Attempts to increase strength
Design or evaluate a performance program based on sound programming and periodization
principles around the constraints of the training environment (e.g., equipment, location, time of year,
athlete history, sport). - ANSWER-EG.
What is an example of Profiling? - ANSWER-A Radar plot comparing performance testing results
against established benchmarks.
What is an example of Ranking? - ANSWER-The Husker - Power Performance Index
What are the steps for developing performance norms? - ANSWER-1. Complete a needs analysis of
the sport
2. Perform a literature search
3. Establish in-house performance norms to ensure validity of data
4. Consider maturation and long term development
5. Adequate sample sizes are required for determining performance norms
6. Once testing is completed, results can be compared to norms or benchmarks
, What 2 types of blocks are in a Conjugate Sequence Model? - ANSWER-Accumulation Blocks and
Restitution Blocks
What KPI and PO model is the most evidence driven and precisely measured model that has very
little to no room for random variation? - ANSWER-Deterministic Model
What is the biggest criticism of the deterministic model? - ANSWER-It is too rigid in requirements for
sporting environments
What is the main driver of a KPI plan and model? - ANSWER-The primary Performance Objective (PO)
What performance determinants does the Hierarchical model use? - ANSWER-Physiological
Determinants and the Health aspects
Ideally, what should a suitable KPI include? - ANSWER--Provide objective evidence as a valid and
reliable measure
-Inform better decision making
-Offer a gauge to assess performance changes over time
-Provide information to benchmark one person's performance versus that of others
-Inform attainability of POs
what are signs of overtraining? - ANSWER-Loss of appetite, constant soreness
What does GPP stand for? - ANSWER-General Preparatory Period
What is the formula for the theoretical maximal force output that lower limbs could produce during
an extension at null velocity (extreme force at the end of the F-V spectrum)? - ANSWER-F0(N/kg)
What is the formula for the theoretical maximal extension velocity until lower limbs could produce
force output (extreme velocity at the end of the F-V spectrum)? - ANSWER-V0(m/s)
What is the formula for the maximal mechanical power output that lower limbs can produce during
one extension (apex of the P-V relationship)? - ANSWER-Pmax(W/kg)
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS TOP RATED VERSION
FOR ALREADY A GRADED WITH EXPERT
FEEDBACK|NEW!!{REVISED}
What factors are considered for the complexity of training and load? - ANSWER-Physiological -
kinetic energy(distance/speed threshold), metabolic power(accelerations), VO2, Cardiovascular
demand, RPE
Biomechanical - Whole-body loads (Ground reaction forces), Accelerations and decelerations
(Magnitude and frequency), Rate of acceleration (Playerload TM), Joint Load, perceived tissue
damage, RPE
How is validity represented by data? - ANSWER-Various statistics, including a correlation, the typical
error of the estimate, and bias degree to which the field measure tends to over- or under-estimate
compared to the criterion.
What is the coefficient of variation? - ANSWER-The variability of test - retest scores, and the change
in the mean score between repeated trials.
removal of linearity
What are the basic characteristics of Overload? - ANSWER-Intensity -(force, RFD, power)
Specificity- (degree of similarity between the performance and training exercises (metabolic and
mechanical) - Enhances "transfer of training effect"
Variation - method of manipulating the overload and degree of specificity; and is the most important
factor in guiding training toward a specific goal and for fatigue management.
What is non-linear training? - ANSWER-Periodization
What is a concentrated load? - ANSWER-A phase of training emphasizing one specific characteristic
Eg. long-term endurance, strength-endurance, basic strength, power, speed
Training during the CL is de-emphasized
,How long does the general preparation/accumulation training phase take? - ANSWER-12-28 days
How long do strength-power/transmutation changes take to occur? - ANSWER-12-28 days
How long does the competition/realization phase last? - ANSWER-8-14 days
For off season training, what type of training programs increase the preparedness of a team sports
season? - ANSWER-Phase Potentiation(block periodization)
For in-season training, what type of program should be used? - ANSWER-Maintenance programming,
moderate to high - intensity and moderate volume variation.
What training should be avoided during season due to poor fatigue management? - ANSWER-
Attempts to increase strength
Design or evaluate a performance program based on sound programming and periodization
principles around the constraints of the training environment (e.g., equipment, location, time of year,
athlete history, sport). - ANSWER-EG.
What is an example of Profiling? - ANSWER-A Radar plot comparing performance testing results
against established benchmarks.
What is an example of Ranking? - ANSWER-The Husker - Power Performance Index
What are the steps for developing performance norms? - ANSWER-1. Complete a needs analysis of
the sport
2. Perform a literature search
3. Establish in-house performance norms to ensure validity of data
4. Consider maturation and long term development
5. Adequate sample sizes are required for determining performance norms
6. Once testing is completed, results can be compared to norms or benchmarks
, What 2 types of blocks are in a Conjugate Sequence Model? - ANSWER-Accumulation Blocks and
Restitution Blocks
What KPI and PO model is the most evidence driven and precisely measured model that has very
little to no room for random variation? - ANSWER-Deterministic Model
What is the biggest criticism of the deterministic model? - ANSWER-It is too rigid in requirements for
sporting environments
What is the main driver of a KPI plan and model? - ANSWER-The primary Performance Objective (PO)
What performance determinants does the Hierarchical model use? - ANSWER-Physiological
Determinants and the Health aspects
Ideally, what should a suitable KPI include? - ANSWER--Provide objective evidence as a valid and
reliable measure
-Inform better decision making
-Offer a gauge to assess performance changes over time
-Provide information to benchmark one person's performance versus that of others
-Inform attainability of POs
what are signs of overtraining? - ANSWER-Loss of appetite, constant soreness
What does GPP stand for? - ANSWER-General Preparatory Period
What is the formula for the theoretical maximal force output that lower limbs could produce during
an extension at null velocity (extreme force at the end of the F-V spectrum)? - ANSWER-F0(N/kg)
What is the formula for the theoretical maximal extension velocity until lower limbs could produce
force output (extreme velocity at the end of the F-V spectrum)? - ANSWER-V0(m/s)
What is the formula for the maximal mechanical power output that lower limbs can produce during
one extension (apex of the P-V relationship)? - ANSWER-Pmax(W/kg)
