Principles of Training Quiz: Test Your PE Knowledge for Year 10

Question 1

A swimmer wants to improve their endurance. They currently swim 20 laps twice a week. Which change BEST applies the overload principle to their training?

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Increase the number of laps swum per session

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Swim the laps at a slower pace

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Reduce the number of swimming sessions per week

Question 2

A runner takes a two-week break from training after consistently running for a marathon. What is the MOST likely impact of this break on their fitness?

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Loss of fitness due to reversibility

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Improved running technique

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Continued fitness improvement due to progression

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No change in fitness level

Question 3

Which FITT factor combination is BEST for a gymnast aiming to improve their flexibility?

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Frequent, low-intensity, long-duration static stretches

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Frequent, high-intensity, short-duration plyometric exercises

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Infrequent, low-intensity, long-duration weight training

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Infrequent, high-intensity, short-duration dynamic stretches

Question 4

What does 'overload' mean in the context of training?

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Gradually increasing the exercise challenge to improve fitness

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Reducing exercise intensity to allow for rest

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Keeping your exercise routine the same to avoid injury

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Doing exercises specific to your desired outcome

Question 5

A young athlete wants to improve their 400-meter running time from their current best of 60 seconds. How should they apply the progression principle?

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Gradually increase their running distance each week, aiming for a slightly faster pace

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Only focus on improving their starting speed off the blocks

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Stick to their current pace and distance, but add resistance training twice a week

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Immediately start running at 70% of their maximum speed in every training session

Question 6

Which training method is MOST SPECIFIC for a basketball player aiming to improve their shooting accuracy?

Accepted Answer

Practicing shooting drills from various positions on the court

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Lifting weights to increase upper body strength

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Performing high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on a treadmill

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Improving core stability through Pilates exercises

Question 7

What does the principle of reversibility mean in training?

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You can lose fitness gains if you stop or significantly reduce training

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Regular training stops your body from adapting to exercise

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Training improvements are permanent and can't be reversed

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Your body needs very little exercise to maintain peak fitness

Question 8

A swimmer wants to increase their speed and reduce their stroke rate. Which FITT factor should they PRIMARILY focus on adjusting?

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Intensity

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Type

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Frequency

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Time

Question 9

Which principle of training highlights the gradual increase in exercise intensity and duration over time?

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Progression

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Overload

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Specificity

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Reversibility

Question 10

Which principle of training stresses the selection of exercises directly related to the desired adaptation?

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Overload

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Progression

Question 11

According to the FITT principle, which component represents the duration of an exercise session?

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Time

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Type

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Frequency

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Intensity

Question 12

For cardiovascular training, what is the recommended heart rate intensity range?

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60-80% of maximum heart rate

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90-100% of maximum heart rate

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40-50% of maximum heart rate

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80-90% of maximum heart rate

Question 13

Which of the following is not a potential benefit of regular exercise?

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Increased likelihood of injury

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Reduced stress levels

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Enhanced cardiovascular health

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Improved muscular strength

Question 14

A swimmer desires to enhance their speed in the 50-meter freestyle. Which training principle should be emphasized to achieve this goal?

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Specificity

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Overload

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Progression

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Reversibility

Question 15

A basketball player gradually increases the intensity of their weight training over several weeks. Which training principle is this an example of?

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Progression

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Overload

Question 16

A dancer takes a break from training for several weeks due to an injury. Which principle explains the potential decline in their fitness levels during this period?

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Reversibility

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Progression

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Specificity

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Overload

Question 17

Which of the following is not a component of the FITT principle?

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Rest

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Type

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Intensity

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Frequency

Question 18

A cyclist wants to improve their endurance for a long-distance race. They should focus on increasing which aspect of their training?

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Time

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Frequency

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Type

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Intensity

Question 19

A teenager wants to improve their flexibility. Which type of training would be most beneficial for them?

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Stretching

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Interval training

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Weight training

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Cardiovascular exercise

Question 20

A young athlete is training for a 100-meter sprint. Which training principle suggests they should focus on short, intense bursts of speed?

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Overload

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Progression

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of the overload principle in training?

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To gradually increase the demands placed on the body to stimulate improvement

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To ensure training sessions are challenging and enjoyable

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To prevent injuries by ensuring rest days are included

Question 22

A student decides to increase the weight they lift during their strength training sessions. What is the potential benefit of this change, based on the principles of training?

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Improved muscle strength and hypertrophy

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Enhanced cardiovascular endurance

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Increased flexibility and range of motion

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Reduced risk of injury due to increased muscle mass

Question 23

A sprinter wants to improve their top speed. Which training principle should they focus on to achieve this?

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Specificity

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Overload

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Reversibility

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Progression

Question 24

A swimmer is training 3 times a week, each session lasting 45 minutes. To improve their endurance, how should they adjust their training frequency?

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Increase the number of sessions per week

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Decrease the duration of each session

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Decrease the intensity of each session

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Increase the duration of each session

Question 25

A long-distance runner gradually increases their weekly mileage from 20 miles to 30 miles. This is an example of which training principle?

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Progression

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Reversibility

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Overload

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Specificity

Question 26

A weightlifter aims to increase their maximum bench press. Which FITT component should they primarily manipulate?

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Intensity

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Type

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Frequency

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Time

Question 27

A footballer regularly incorporates sprinting drills, agility exercises, and ball-handling into their training. This demonstrates which principle?

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Overload

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Progression

Question 28

An athlete takes a long break from training. Upon returning, they experience a significant decrease in their fitness levels. This exemplifies which training principle?

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Reversibility

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Progression

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Overload

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Specificity

Question 29

A cyclist increases their training volume from 100 km per week to 120 km per week. This is an example of which training principle?

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Overload

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Progression

Question 30

A dancer aims to improve their flexibility. Which training principle should they emphasize when designing their training plan?

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Progression

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Overload

Question 31

A runner increases their training intensity from 70% of their maximum heart rate to 80%. Which FITT component is being adjusted?

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Intensity

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Frequency

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Type

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Time

Question 32

A tennis player includes different drills focusing on serve, forehand, backhand, and volley. This is an example of which training principle?

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Specificity

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Reversibility

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Progression

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Overload