Reducing the Risk of Sports Injuries (LO1 and LO2)

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a physical benefit of a cool down?

Accepted Answer

Reduces arousal levels

Question 2

Which of these IS a physical benefit of a cool down?

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Reduces risk of muscle soreness and stiffness

Question 3

Taking your joints through a full range of motion - what type of exercises do this?

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Mobility

Question 4

Environment, safety hazards, equipment and coaching are all examples of what type of factor?

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Extrinsic

Question 5

Gender, age and sleep are examples of which type of intrinsic factor?

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Individual variables

Question 6

Exercises that slowly increase heart rate and body temperature are known as what?

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Pulse raiser

Question 7

What is Lordosis?

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Inward curvature of lower spine

Question 8

Shin pads, gum shields and goggles are examples of what?

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Protective equipment

Question 9

Making sure players abide by the rules, ensuring playing surface is in good condition.

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Officials

Question 10

An increase in body temperature is a....

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Physical benefit of a warm up

Question 11

What is Scoliosis?

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Spine twists and curves to the side

Question 12

How could you reduce the hazard of water on a sports hall floor?

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Cone off area, If possible get affected area cleaned up, Move session to a different part of the sports hall

Question 13

Hockey sticks, cricket bats and golf clubs are examples of what?

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Performance equipment

Question 14

What are the 2 types of pelvic tilt?

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Anterior and posterior

Question 15

Factors which can influence the risk of injury can be split into 2 categories. What are they?

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Intrinsic and Extrinsic

Question 16

A psychological benefit of a warm up is...

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Improved concentration, Increased motivation

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a cause of poor posture?

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The sport you play

Question 18

Muscle imbalances, training and fitness levels are examples of which type of intrinsic factor?

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Physical preparation

Question 19

Rounded shoulders can be caused by...

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Poor posture, Muscle imbalances

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a cause of poor posture?

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Height

Question 21

What is Kyphosis?

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Outward curvature of upper spine

Question 22

Tired muscles unable to support the skeleton is an example of which cause of poor posture?

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Fatigue

Question 23

Upholding laws of game, issuing guidance to clubs and adopting new technologies.

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Governing body

Question 24

What could a coach do to ensure the safety of their players?

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Have an Emergency Action Plan, Carry out safety checks on their group, Carry out a risk assessment

Question 25

Name a group/individual that has a safety role and responsibility in a sporting context.

Accepted Answer

Coaches, Cub

Reducing the Risk of Sports Injuries (LO1 and LO2)

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Reducing the Risk of Sports Injuries (LO1 and LO2)

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