Sports Training Principles and Adaptation

Principles of Sports Training

These principles guide effective athletic training:

  1. Multilateralism: Develop the body harmoniously. Work on both strength and resistance, and train all muscle groups (legs and arms).
  2. Specificity: Tailor training to the specific demands of the sport. Focus on real-world situations and sport-specific movements.
  3. Continuity: Train regularly and consistently. Rest is important, but consistent effort is key for adaptation.
  4. Transfer: Every exercise should have a purpose. Transfer
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Psychophysiology and Child Development

Psychophysiology

Psychophysiology, a discipline within neuroscience, is the scientific study of the biological basis of behavior and psychological processes. Also known as psychobiology, it integrates a biological perspective into the study of the whole organism. It examines the physiological changes in the body in response to various situations or stimuli, offering a holistic understanding of human behavior.

Spatial Guidance

Understanding spatial notions like left-right and body schema is crucial

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Child Psychomotor Development: A Comprehensive Look

1. Psychomotor Concept

Psychomotor development seeks to connect two seemingly disparate elements: psychological and motor development. It stems from a developmental perspective that aligns the maturation of neuromotor functions with the individual’s psychic abilities, recognizing that both are interconnected facets of a single process.

2. Objectives of Psychomotor Education

Psychomotor education in early childhood has these key objectives:

  • Sensory Capacity Development (Sensomotricity): Cultivating body
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Sports, Health, and Societal Impact: Benefits, Risks, and Gender Considerations

ITEM 10: Sports and Health

The objective of sport is to encourage optimal health. The precautionary principles regarding the negative impact of sport on health are:

  • Medical check prior to exercise.
  • Stop at the onset of aches and pains.
  • Focus on enjoyment rather than the result.
  • Comply with safety measures.
  • Avoid reckless actions.
  • Avoid arguments, excessive competition, and violence.
  • Consult with an expert regarding diet or alternative activities for health.
  • Form an adjusted image of oneself that implies
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Curricular Adaptations for Visually Impaired Students

Item 17: Curricular Adaptations for Visual Impairment

At school today, the concept of Special Educational Needs (SEN) shifted from a deficit model focused solely on difficulties to an interactive model considering the student’s needs and the educational response’s adjustment. Understanding the characteristics of students with visual impairment (VI) and their educational needs across all development areas is crucial to provide adequate resources.

The integration of students with VI requires resources

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Handball Fundamentals: Drills and Techniques

Handball Fundamentals: Drills and Techniques

Grip

Hilt – This involves handling the ball with one hand, using the distal phalanges of the five open fingers and the palm in a slightly concave shape.

Remarks: The fingers should cover the largest possible surface of the ball. They must exert pressure to keep it secure. The pressure exerted by the thumb is crucial.

Front Grip – Always use both hands, parallel and slightly concave, facing forward. One-handed reception is also commonly used by athletes.

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