Name:___________________________ EXSC 345
Assignment 1
Athlete Needs Analysis
Objective: To complete a comprehensive needs analysis for a self-selected sport.
Key points:
A needs analysis answers three general questions:
1. What are the of the sport?metabolic demands
2. What are the of the sport?biomechanical demands
3. What are the observed in the sport profile?common injuries
Selected sport: ____________________________________________________
Metabolic Demands
Metabolic classification, or emphasis (highlight one): Anaerobic Aerobic
Approximate breakdown of energy systems (%):
ATP-CP:_______% Lactic acid:_______% Aerobic:_______%
Examples of sport-specific activities to support the breakdown of energy systems:
For example: a shot putter rapidly accelerates against the resistance of the shot with maximal
effort within the time constraints of the ATP-CP system.
Name:___________________________ EXSC 345
Assignment 1
Biomechanical Demands
Primary movement patterns (i.e. major sport-specific skills). For each of the skills listed, identify the
major joints/muscle groups involved, and the primary plane of motion.
Select ONE of the primary movement patterns listed above.
Type of muscle action (highlight all that apply): Concentric Isometric Eccentric
Provide examples of THREE (3) exercises that mimic or replicate this movement pattern.
1.
2.
3.
Injury Risks of the Sport
For your selected sport, which injury(ies) tend to be the most prevalent? (Feel free to use the textbook,
or alternative sources for your response).
List a “prehabilitation” exercise to include in an S&C program to reduce the likelihood of each of the
above injuries. Provide a clear rationale to explain the thought process that supports your selections.
