Which is a gross/simple skill example?

Which is a gross/simple skill example?

• A. Golf/snooker
• B. Running
• C. Boxing/catching rugby ball
• D. Jumping

Answer: (C)

A gross/simple skill uses large muscle groups and is relatively straightforward in its movement pattern, with few sub-skills to coordinate and in a stable, predictable situation. Boxing basics and catching a rugby ball fit this idea well. Both involve the use of large muscle groups (arms, shoulders, core, legs) to produce the action, and the core movements are simple and discrete: throw a punch or secure a catch. They don’t rely on finely controlled finger movements or highly intricate sequences, which is why they’re seen as gross opportunities with simple execution. In contrast, golf and snooker require fine motor control and precise finger and hand order, which makes them less representative of a gross/simple skill. Running and jumping are also gross movements, but the pairing here highlights a clear, straightforward gross action, aligning with the concept of a gross/simple skill.

A gross/simple skill uses large muscle groups and is relatively straightforward in its movement pattern, with few sub-skills to coordinate and in a stable, predictable situation.

Boxing basics and catching a rugby ball fit this idea well. Both involve the use of large muscle groups (arms, shoulders, core, legs) to produce the action, and the core movements are simple and discrete: throw a punch or secure a catch. They don’t rely on finely controlled finger movements or highly intricate sequences, which is why they’re seen as gross opportunities with simple execution.

In contrast, golf and snooker require fine motor control and precise finger and hand order, which makes them less representative of a gross/simple skill. Running and jumping are also gross movements, but the pairing here highlights a clear, straightforward gross action, aligning with the concept of a gross/simple skill.