improving performance

Question 1

aerobic - continuous/uniform

Answer 1

sustained activity for low-mod intensity (20mins +)

effective for marathon runners & triathletes

Question 2

aerobic - fartlek

Answer 2

varying intensity periodically
- e.g. 1 min run, 2 min jog, repeat

effective: soccer & rugby union

Question 3

aerobic - long interval

Answer 3

high intensity followed by short rest periods (20mins +)
- e.g. 6 x 1200 m (1 minute)

effective: distance runners

Question 4

resting HR - measure & monitor

Answer 4

HR monitor (daily, ideally upon waking)