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Assignment On Categorization Of The Fitness Test
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Added on 2020-02-05
Assignment On Categorization Of The Fitness Test
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FITNESS TESTING1
TABLE OF CONTENTSTASK 1............................................................................................................................................3REFERENCES ...............................................................................................................................62
TASK 1Test selection, Preparation, Administration The categorization of fitness test is being done for the the purpose of measuring particularcomponent of fitness. It is being designed for measuring specific component of fitness. It isdevised for performers in varied sports and fitness activities (Cale and Harris, 2009). In case ofJackie it is important that tests selection matches with the particular demands of the activity inwhich the person participates. Selection of most specific test would assist in ensuring the validityof test. The tests includes field based tests that are practical to do. For Jackie's fitness testoutdoor test were carried out that reflects field tests (Pyne and et.al., 2005). Other factorsincluding age and sex can be relevant in case components like maximal strength are being tested.However such depends on status of training of the one engaged. Another kind of test islaboratory based tests that offer higher level of validity and reliability as the variables affectingcan be controlled under particular testing conditions. For Jackie indoor test have also beencarried out.After test selection next stage is administration so that validity can be ensured. There aretwo essential factors that has to be taken into account. This includes that tester needs to betrained enough to carry out tests in effective manner (Drinkwater, Pyne and McKenna, 2008).Secondly the participants needs to be prepared for performing the tests in safe manner. There areseveral health and safety considerations like individual's health status which makes sureappropriate warm up and cool down are carried out, suitable clothing as well as footwear andappropriate testing environment as well as conditions. The fitness test that can be chosen are assuch:T-testVertical jump40 yd sprint (37 m)Push ups (number in 2 minutes)12-minute run (kilometers covered)Such sequence is suitable as it begins with higher skill movements that can be reliablycarried out without fatigue. Tests with higher level of fatigue are sequenced in the end so as toavoid impact on the performance of other tests (Harris and Cale, 2006). 3
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