An athlete demonstrates chronic hamstring injury risk during lateral change-of-direction movements. Based on biomechanical understanding, which coaching modification is most appropriate? A. Focus on trunk control and adequate pelvic positioning to reduce excessive eccentric lengthening forces during the braking phase B. Eliminate change-of-direction work to prevent injury C. Increase the velocity of training to strengthen the hamstrings through overload Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 19: Speed and Agility Training

The "performance team concept" refers to: A. Performance staff only, such as strength and conditioning professionals and sport scientists B. Athletic trainers, dieticians, and physicians C. Any individual with specific areas of expertise working toward meeting program objectives Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 24: Facility Policies and Procedures

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between intensity and volume in plyometric training? A. Higher intensity drills should be paired with higher total volume to maximize adaptation B. Intensity and volume are independent C. Higher intensity drills should be paired with lower total volume to prevent overtraining Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 18: Program Design and Technique for Plyometric Training

Cast iron kettlebells differ from competition kettlebells primarily in that: A. They have no handle and require two-handed gripping B. They should not be used for explosive training movements because of their increased risk of injury C. They have variable dimensions across different weights and handle diameter changes as weight increases Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 16: Exercise Technique for Alternative Modes and Nontraditional implement Training