Sports Science IA Research Question Evaluator
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Compare High-Scoring vs. Flawed Sports Science RQs
Below are examples of evaluated RQs from recent Sports Science IAs. Review the strengths and weaknesses to understand the scoring criteria, and feel free to evaluate your own RQ using the form above.
What is the effect of wearing graduated compression tights versus standard cycling shorts on post-exercise perceived muscle soreness (VAS) and peak power output in competitive road cyclists after a 40 km time trial?
Strengths:
Clear comparison between two wearable conditions (compression tights vs cycling shorts).
Weaknesses:
How does forefoot-striking compared with rearfoot-striking alter oxygen consumption (VO2) and running economy at submaximal speeds in recreational long-distance runners?
Strengths:
Clear comparison between forefoot- and rearfoot-striking.
Weaknesses:
What are the effects of Sports Science on society?
Strengths:
One clear line of inquiry is present (a single question).
Weaknesses:
Specify a measurable outcome and a comparison in the wording. For example: "What are the effects of a structured Sports Science training program on VO2max in university-level endurance athletes over 8 weeks?"
What are the effects of Sports Science on society?
Strengths:
The sentence is a single, clear question.
Weaknesses:
Specify measurable outcomes and a linked condition or comparison (e.g., replace with: "What are the effects of a sports science intervention on VO2max in a defined population?").
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