Sports, Exercise & Health Science SL
Sports, Exercise & Health Science SL
18
Chapters
196
Notes
Chapter 1 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy
Chapter 1 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy
Chapter 2 - Cardio - Respiratory Exercise Physiology
Chapter 2 - Cardio - Respiratory Exercise Physiology
Chapter 3 - Nutrition & Energy Systems
Chapter 3 - Nutrition & Energy Systems
Chapter 4 - Movement Analysis
Chapter 4 - Movement Analysis
Chapter 5 - Skill In Sport
Chapter 5 - Skill In Sport
Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance
Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance
Chapter 7 - Training To Optimize Physiological Performance
Chapter 7 - Training To Optimize Physiological Performance
Chapter 8 - Environmental Factors & Performance
Chapter 8 - Environmental Factors & Performance
Chapter 9 - Non-Nutritional Ergogenic Aids
Chapter 9 - Non-Nutritional Ergogenic Aids
Chapter 10 - Individual Differences In Sport
Chapter 10 - Individual Differences In Sport
Chapter 11 - Motivation In Sport & Exercise
Chapter 11 - Motivation In Sport & Exercise
Chapter 12 - Arousal, Anxiety & Performance
Chapter 12 - Arousal, Anxiety & Performance
Chapter 13 - Psychological Skills Training
Chapter 13 - Psychological Skills Training
Chapter 14 - Overtraining, Stress & Burnout In Adolescent Athletes
Chapter 14 - Overtraining, Stress & Burnout In Adolescent Athletes
Chapter 15 - Physical Activity & Health
Chapter 15 - Physical Activity & Health
Chapter 16 - Nutrition For Sport & Exercise
Chapter 16 - Nutrition For Sport & Exercise
Chapter 17 - Internal Assessment & Practical Work
Chapter 17 - Internal Assessment & Practical Work
Chapter 18 - Perparing for your exams
Chapter 18 - Perparing for your exams
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Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance
Sports, Exercise & Health Science SL
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Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance

Maximize Fitness Safely With The PAR-Q Method: A Must-Read Guide

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What's with the PAR-Q? (physical activity readiness questionnaire) ๐Ÿค”

  • Main Goal: To make sure a person is safe and ready for physical activity.
  • When is it used?
    • Before physical tests.
    • When asking for training advice.
    • Joining a sports or exercise club.
  • How does it work?
    • If a person answers "No" to all questions, they're given the green light! ๐Ÿšฆ
    • If they answer "Yes" to any question, they need to see their doctor first. Safety first, folks! ๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅผ

Real-World Example: Think of PAR-Q like a safety seatbelt check before a thrilling roller-coaster ride. Before the ride starts, you want to be sure you're securely fastened in!

Field tests vs. laboratory tests ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ”ฌ

  • What do you want to test?

    • Decide your goal. For instance, if you're curious about a person's VO2max (the maximum amount of oxygen one can use during intense exercise)...
  • Lab Tests:

    • Super accurate for stuff like VO2max.
    • Downside: Not everyone has access to these high-tech labs.
  • Field Tests:

    • Examples: The bleep test or Cooper’s 12-minute run test.
    • Pros: More accessible to most folks.
    • Cons: Might not be as precise or trustworthy as lab tests.

Real-World Example: Imagine wanting to know the exact composition of a cookie. A lab test is like having a professional chef break down the ingredients. A field test, on the other hand, is like taking a bite and guessing the flavors! Both have their place, but one might be a bit more exact than the other. ๐Ÿช

 

Remember: Always prioritize safety before starting any physical activity, and choose the test that best fits your goals and resources! Happy exercising! ๐Ÿ‹๏ธ‍โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿšด‍โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ“š

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Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance
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Chapter 6 - Measurement & Evaluation Of Human Performance

Maximize Fitness Safely With The PAR-Q Method: A Must-Read Guide

Word Count Emoji
666 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited onย 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

What's with the PAR-Q? (physical activity readiness questionnaire) ๐Ÿค”

  • Main Goal: To make sure a person is safe and ready for physical activity.
  • When is it used?
    • Before physical tests.
    • When asking for training advice.
    • Joining a sports or exercise club.
  • How does it work?
    • If a person answers "No" to all questions, they're given the green light! ๐Ÿšฆ
    • If they answer "Yes" to any question, they need to see their doctor first. Safety first, folks! ๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅผ

Real-World Example: Think of PAR-Q like a safety seatbelt check before a thrilling roller-coaster ride. Before the ride starts, you want to be sure you're securely fastened in!

Field tests vs. laboratory tests ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ”ฌ

  • What do you want to test?

    • Decide your goal. For instance, if you're curious about a person's VO2max (the maximum amount of oxygen one can use during intense exercise)...
  • Lab Tests:

    • Super accurate for stuff like VO2max.
    • Downside: Not everyone has access to these high-tech labs.
  • Field Tests:

    • Examples: The bleep test or Cooper’s 12-minute run test.
    • Pros: More accessible to most folks.
    • Cons: Might not be as precise or trustworthy as lab tests.

Real-World Example: Imagine wanting to know the exact composition of a cookie. A lab test is like having a professional chef break down the ingredients. A field test, on the other hand, is like taking a bite and guessing the flavors! Both have their place, but one might be a bit more exact than the other. ๐Ÿช

 

Remember: Always prioritize safety before starting any physical activity, and choose the test that best fits your goals and resources! Happy exercising! ๐Ÿ‹๏ธ‍โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿšด‍โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ“š

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