Question 1

Using an example from a sport of your choice, identify the two types of movement that can occur at the knee joint.
[ 4 Marks ]

Question 2

The air that we inhale contains 21% oxygen. The air that we exhale contains 16% oxygen. Explain why there is a difference between these numbers.

[ 2 Marks ]

Question 3

Explain why sufficient protein intake is important in the 24 hours after exercising.
[ 1 Marks ]

Question 4

The picture below shows a performer ‘taking-off’ in the sport of long jump. Identify the type of lever system being used at the ankle joint and outline the fulcrum, load and effort.

[ 4 Marks ]

Question 5

Evaluate how a rugby player can implement specificity into their training programme in order to improve performance.

[ 3 Marks ]

Question 6

Identify why a performer may take narcotic analgesics.
[ 1 Marks ]