Cardio Knowledge

Question 1

Treadmill - 3 Coaching Points

Answer 1

1. Maintain position in the center of the Belt.
2. Upright posture with relaxed shoulders (Viewing the Horizon)
3. Heel to Toe action.
4. Comfortable arm swing

Question 2

Cross trainer - 3 Coaching Points

Answer 2

1. Maintain upright posture
2. Viewing the Horizon
3. Knee’s, hip’s and ankles relaxed.

Question 3

Bike - 3 Coaching Points

Answer 3

1. Seat at the correct height (Hip should be in line)
2. Sitting upright looking forward.
3. Knee’s, hip’s and ankles in line
4. Plantar Flexion + Dorsi Flexion during pedaling action.

Question 4

Describe Basic Interval Training

Answer 4

Structured Periods of work and recovery. Ratio’s will depend on the fitness of your client and their goals.

Question 5

Basic Interval training example for someone trying to achieve weight loss

Answer 5

30 seconds at 90% of MHR
90 seconds active recovery

Question 6

Basic Interval training example for someone with a good fitness level

Answer 6

1 Minute at 90% of MHR
1 Minute active recovery at a ratio of 1:1

Question 7

Interval training benefits Aerobic and Anaerobic fitness, True or False

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What should be a consistent pace RPE rate for interval training

Answer 8

4-6 RPE