3.3 FITT + Principles of training

Question 1

What acronym can you use for principles of training

Answer 1

SPORT

Question 2

what does the acronym SPORT stand for

Answer 2

Specificity
Progressive
Overload
Reversibility
Tedium

Question 3

What is specificity

Answer 3

relevant to the individual and their sport. This can be achieved by tailoring training specifically for the sport or even the position that the individual plays

Question 4

what is progressive overload

Answer 4

training frequency, intensity, time or type must be increased over the training period to ensure that the body is pushed beyond its normal rhythm. Increase gradually

Question 5

what is reversibility

Answer 5

systems reverse or de-adapt if training stops or is significantly reduced or injury prevents training from taking place. It is essential to avoid breaks in training and to maintain the motivation of the athlete.

Question 6

what is tedium

Answer 6

The principle of tedium is applied when a trainer builds variety into the training by changing the training method.

Question 7

what are the FITT principles

Answer 7

frequency - e.g 3 per week
intensity
time - how long sessions are
type - i.e circuit

Question 8

what is overtraining

Answer 8

when you do not allow body enough rest/recovery time leading to illness etc

Question 9

what is rest

Answer 9

combination of sleep and time spent not training

Question 10

what is recovery

Answer 10

actions and techniques used to maximise body repair

Question 11

what is the karvonen formula

Answer 11

220 - age = max heart rate
60-80% of MHR = aerobic training zone
80-90% of MHR = anaerobic training zone

Question 12

what are individual needs

Answer 12

training must be related to athletes:
gender
age
fitness level
injury status
skill level