Module 5

• What is the main idea of motor learning and practice?

  Motor skills improve with practice, becoming more efficient and effective over time.
• How does neuroplasticity support skill acquisition?

  Neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire itself, facilitating skill acquisition through synaptic and structural changes.
• What principle is associated with neuroplasticity?

  The "use it or lose it" principle.
• What types of practice are effective for building resilient skills?

  • Distributed practice
  • Variable practice
  • Discovery practice
• How many hours of deliberate practice may elite performance require?

  Over 10,000 hours.
• How does sleep enhance learning after practice?

  Sleep consolidates memory, enhancing learning.
• What is a beneficial training strategy regarding sleep?

  Late-afternoon training and naps may be beneficial.
• What challenges may arise when modifying well-learned skills?

  Adjusting well-learned skills can be challenging.
• What methods can coaches use to refine movements?

  Coaches may use explicit (conscious) or implicit (subconscious) methods.
• What is essential for real behavior change?

  Motivation.
• What are the two types of outcomes that can drive motivation?

  Proximal (immediate) and Distal (long-term) outcomes.
• What are the two types of motivation?

  • Autonomous: driven by enjoyment or value.
  • Controlled: driven by external pressures like guilt.
• How does autonomous motivation affect exercise adherence?

  People are more likely to stick with exercise long-term when motivated autonomously.
• What can controlled motivation lead to?

  It may cause short-term action but often harms psychological well-being.
• What factors should be focused on to build motivation?

  • Autonomy: allowing choices
  • Competence: feeling capable
  • Relatedness: connection with others
• Why is confidence important for motivation?

  Believing in one's ability to exercise and reach goals is key to staying motivated.
• What are some common myths about behavior change?

  • Education alone is not enough.
  • Quality of motivation is more important than quantity.
• What is crucial for building confidence in exercise?

  Setting achievable goals, providing supportive feedback, and observing others' successes.
• How does affective response influence exercise choices?

  People are motivated to repeat activities that make them feel good.
• What are the two types of exercise intensity mentioned?

  Moderate intensity and high intensity.
• How does cognitive appraisal affect exercise experience?

  How someone interprets exercise influences their experience.
• Does exercise need to hurt to be beneficial?

  No, exercise does not need to hurt to be beneficial.
• What do accelerometers measure?

  Acceleration, often in three directions.
• What do gyroscopes detect?

  Rotation, aiding in orientation tracking.
• What does electrocardiography measure?

  P wave, QRS complex, and T wave.
• What does photoplethysmography (PPG) measure?

  It is an indirect measure of heart rate and blood oxygen saturation.
• What are the uses of wearables in physical activity?

  • Track activity
  • Monitor heart rate
  • Adjust physical activity
• What are the pros of using wearable technology?

  It increases motivation and promotes healthier habits.
• What are the cons of using wearable technology?

  It can be expensive and may lead to external motivation.
• What does techniques analysis focus on?

  • Individual athletes
  • Study of their motion (kinematics)
• What does performance analysis involve?

  • Analyze game strategy and tactics
  • Assess physical demands
  • Use tech like GPS for tracking
• What is an example of performance analysis in golf?

  Analyzing the golf swing.
• What technology is used in rugby for performance analysis?

  GPS and video analysis.
• What technology is used in snowsport performance analysis?

  Sensors to detect jumps and tricks.
• What are the origins of exercise myths?

  Myths arise from elite athletes, companies, poorly conducted science, and popular media.
• Why do exercise myths persist?

  They often sound logical or appealing.
• What are some common exercise myths?

  • "No pain, no gain"
  • Exercise compensates for poor diet
  • "Lactate causes muscle fatigue"
• What is key to fact-checking exercise practice?

  Reliable research is key, using methods like randomization and control groups.
• What can lead to misconceptions in exercise science?

  Popular media often misinterprets or oversimplifies findings.
• What is a fact about exercise effectiveness?

  It doesn't need to be painful to be effective.