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Diagnostic Misconceptions - Contractions
Types of Contractions
Types of Contractions
Isotonic
Isotonic
- Isotonic contractions involve the performer changing their body position. They are either concentric or eccentric.
- Eccentric contractions occur during the lowering phase of a movement, e.g. squatting before taking-off whilst jumping to make a block in volleyball.
Isometric
Isometric
- Isometric contractions exist where the performer is in a fixed position. The muscles are under tension but no movement is taking place.
1Applied Anatomy & Physiology
1.1The Musculoskeletal System
1.2The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.1Pathway of Air
1.2.2Blood Vessels
1.2.3Blood Vessels 2
1.2.4Structure of the Heart
1.2.5Cardiac Cycle
1.2.6Measures of Heart Performance
1.2.7The Mechanics of Breathing
1.2.8The Mechanics of Breathing 2
1.2.9The Lungs
1.2.10End of Topic Test - The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.11Exam-Style Questions - Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.12Diagnostic Misconceptions - Pathway of Blood
1.2.13Diagnostic Misconceptions - Cardiac Output
1.3Anaerobic & Aerobic Exercise
1.4Short-Term Effects of Exercise
2Movement Analysis
2.1Lever Systems
3Physical Training
3.1Health & Fitness
3.2The Components of Fitness
3.2.1The Components of Fitness
3.2.2Sports & Fitness
3.2.3Fitness Testing
3.2.4Measuring Agility & Balance
3.2.5Measuring Cardiovascular & Coordination
3.2.6Measuring Endurance & Power
3.2.7Measuring Reaction Time & Strength
3.2.8Measuring Strength, Speed & Flexibility
3.2.9End of Topic Test - The Components of Fitness
3.2.10Exam-Style Questions - Fitness Tests
4The Principles of Training
4.1Principles of Training
5Using Data
5.1Types of Data
5.2Data Presentation & Analysis
6Sports Psychology
6.2Feedback & Preparation
7Socio-cultural Influences
7.1Engagement Patterns of Different Social Groups
7.2Commercialisation
7.3Ethical & Socio-cultural Issues
7.3.1Impact of Technology on Performers
7.3.2Impact of Technology on Performers 2
7.3.3Impact of Technology on Sport
7.3.4Impact of Technology on Sport 2
7.3.5Sporting Conduct & Banned Substances
7.3.6Blood Doping
7.3.7Drug Restrictions
7.3.8Drug Restrictions 2
7.3.9Spectator Behaviour
7.3.10End of Topic Test - Ethical Issues
7.3.11Exam-Style Questions - Performance Enhancing Drugs
7.3.12Diagnostic Misconceptions - Conduct in Sport
8Health & Fitness
8.1Overview of Health
8.2Sedentary Lifestyles
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1Applied Anatomy & Physiology
1.1The Musculoskeletal System
1.2The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.1Pathway of Air
1.2.2Blood Vessels
1.2.3Blood Vessels 2
1.2.4Structure of the Heart
1.2.5Cardiac Cycle
1.2.6Measures of Heart Performance
1.2.7The Mechanics of Breathing
1.2.8The Mechanics of Breathing 2
1.2.9The Lungs
1.2.10End of Topic Test - The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.11Exam-Style Questions - Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.12Diagnostic Misconceptions - Pathway of Blood
1.2.13Diagnostic Misconceptions - Cardiac Output
1.3Anaerobic & Aerobic Exercise
1.4Short-Term Effects of Exercise
2Movement Analysis
2.1Lever Systems
3Physical Training
3.1Health & Fitness
3.2The Components of Fitness
3.2.1The Components of Fitness
3.2.2Sports & Fitness
3.2.3Fitness Testing
3.2.4Measuring Agility & Balance
3.2.5Measuring Cardiovascular & Coordination
3.2.6Measuring Endurance & Power
3.2.7Measuring Reaction Time & Strength
3.2.8Measuring Strength, Speed & Flexibility
3.2.9End of Topic Test - The Components of Fitness
3.2.10Exam-Style Questions - Fitness Tests
4The Principles of Training
4.1Principles of Training
5Using Data
5.1Types of Data
5.2Data Presentation & Analysis
6Sports Psychology
6.2Feedback & Preparation
7Socio-cultural Influences
7.1Engagement Patterns of Different Social Groups
7.2Commercialisation
7.3Ethical & Socio-cultural Issues
7.3.1Impact of Technology on Performers
7.3.2Impact of Technology on Performers 2
7.3.3Impact of Technology on Sport
7.3.4Impact of Technology on Sport 2
7.3.5Sporting Conduct & Banned Substances
7.3.6Blood Doping
7.3.7Drug Restrictions
7.3.8Drug Restrictions 2
7.3.9Spectator Behaviour
7.3.10End of Topic Test - Ethical Issues
7.3.11Exam-Style Questions - Performance Enhancing Drugs
7.3.12Diagnostic Misconceptions - Conduct in Sport
8Health & Fitness
8.1Overview of Health
8.2Sedentary Lifestyles
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