A strength coach notices that an athlete performs well in training but consistently underperforms during competition. The athlete reports feeling overly tense and “thinking too much” during events. Which strategy would be MOST appropriate to improve performance in competition? Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below. I’ll follow up with my breakdown after enough people have responded. From Chapters 8: Psychology of Athletic Preparation and Performance

A strength coach programs the following in-season superset for collegiate soccer athletes: - A1: Back squat — 4 × 4 @ 87.5% 1RM - A2: 30-m sprints — 1 rep max effort (timed) - Rest: 2–3 minutes between paired sets After several weeks, sprint times progressively worsen across the session, while squat performance remains stable. The coach wants to maintain maximal strength adaptations without sacrificing sprint quality. Which adjustment is MOST appropriate? Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below. I’ll follow up with my breakdown after enough people have responded. From Chapters 17 and 19

Hi everyone! My name is Katherine, and I am currently in the MS Kinesiology Program at PLNU. I’m also a pole vaulter on the PLNU Track and Field Team, and collegiate athletics is where I’ve gained the most firsthand experience in strength and conditioning. As far as career aspirations, I hope to coach youth track and field athletes and contribute to a high school strength and conditioning program. I am hoping to take (and pass, thanks to Dr. Goodin) the CSCS exam this May. I am super blessed to train at the coolest and prettiest track and weight room in the world, and I don't think anywhere will top this place.

During the lowering phase of a barbell bench press, which muscle action best describes the role of the pectoralis major? 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 2: Biomechanics of Resistance Exercise

A maximal effort lasting 8 seconds is repeated several times with 90-second rest intervals. Which energy system is the primary contributor during the rest period? Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments. I’ll follow up with my breakdown after enough people have responded. From Chapter 3: Bioenergetics of Exercise and Training