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, ...

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

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 ...

A training program has to be developed to meet the athlete's individual needs and consider many factors: gender, age, strengths, weaknesses, objectives, training facilities etc. As all athletes have ...

The recovery process should allow the muscles and connective tissues to repair and improve your fitness level. To achieve this, you need to understand what recovery is, how long it takes and how you ...

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

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 ...

Raphael Brandon explores the benefits of endurance training for young athletes. The science of developmental physiology can supply answers to specific vital questions regarding the training of ...

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 ...

Reaction time is the interval time between the presentation of a stimulus and the muscular response initiation to that stimulus. A primary factor affecting a response is the number of possible stimuli ...

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 ...

Based on a formula identified by Mureika (2001) [4], the following calculator will provide an estimate of your 100 times at sea level with zero wind. Enter Altitude ...