General Awareness

Sports Training and Athletics

2,262 Questions

Sports training and athletics questions focus on sports injuries, weightlifting techniques, and Paralympic events. Candidates learn about conditioning programs and historical Olympic events. These questions are commonly found in the general awareness section of multiple competitive exams.

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Sports Training and Athletics Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common weightlifting training program?

  1. Starting Strength

  2. StrongLifts 5x5

  3. CrossFit

  4. Bodybuilding
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Bodybuilding is a separate fitness discipline focused on muscle hypertrophy, not specifically weightlifting training.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common weightlifting exercise for beginners?

  1. Barbell squat

  2. Dumbbell bench press

  3. Overhead press

  4. Leg press
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Leg press is typically not a beginner exercise in weightlifting as it involves a machine and may not be as effective for developing overall strength.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common type of weightlifting equipment?

  1. Barbell

  2. Dumbbell

  3. Kettlebell

  4. Treadmill
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Treadmill is a cardio exercise equipment, not specifically used in weightlifting.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common weightlifting training split?

  1. Push-pull-legs

  2. Upper-lower

  3. Full-body

  4. CrossFit
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

CrossFit is a fitness program that incorporates weightlifting but is not a specific weightlifting training split.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common physical fitness component trained in handball?

  1. Speed

  2. Agility

  3. Strength

  4. Flexibility
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Flexibility is not typically a major focus of physical fitness training in handball, as it is not as crucial as other components like speed, agility, and strength.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common method used in handball training?

  1. Interval training

  2. Circuit training

  3. Weightlifting

  4. Yoga
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Yoga is not a common method used in handball training, as it is more focused on flexibility and relaxation, which are not primary training goals in handball.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common handball training drill?

  1. Cone drills

  2. Ladder drills

  3. Wall passing drills

  4. Meditation exercises
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Meditation exercises are not a common handball training drill, as they are not directly related to the physical and technical aspects of the game.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common handball training equipment?

  1. Handballs

  2. Cones

  3. Ladders

  4. Resistance bands
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Resistance bands are not a common handball training equipment, as they are more commonly used in general fitness and strength training.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common handball training venue?

  1. Indoor courts

  2. Outdoor courts

  3. Beach courts

  4. Ice rinks
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Ice rinks are not a common handball training venue, as handball is typically played on indoor or outdoor courts, or on beach courts in the case of beach handball.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common handball training method?

  1. Interval training

  2. Circuit training

  3. Fartlek training

  4. CrossFit training
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

CrossFit training is not a common handball training method, as it is a general fitness program that does not specifically target the skills and fitness components required for handball.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common handball training injury?

  1. Sprains

  2. Strains

  3. Concussions

  4. Paper cuts
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Paper cuts are not a common handball training injury, as they are typically associated with handling paper and not with the physical activities involved in handball.

Multiple choice

What is the term for a building used for sports and athletic activities?

  1. Gymnasium

  2. Stadium

  3. Arena

  4. Sports complex
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Gymnasiums are buildings designed for sports and athletic activities, where people can exercise and participate in various sports.

Multiple choice

What are some specific exercises that are good for women?

  1. Cardiovascular exercise

  2. Strength training

  3. Flexibility exercises

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Women should engage in a variety of exercises, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises.

Multiple choice

What are some common mistakes women make when strength training?

  1. Lifting too much weight

  2. Not using proper form

  3. Not warming up before exercising

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Women often make mistakes when strength training, such as lifting too much weight, not using proper form, and not warming up before exercising.

Multiple choice

What is the most common type of crime committed by athletes?

  1. Assault

  2. Theft

  3. Drug possession

  4. DUI
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

DUI is the most common type of crime committed by athletes, followed by assault, theft, and drug possession.