Methods of Training

Question 1

Interval training

Answer 1

> Training with a work-to-rest ratio (W:R) that is repeated
Wide range of athletes (sprinters)
Speed

Question 2

Interval training: + -

Answer 2

+
> Cheap / accessible
> Easily adapted - (space / equipment)
-
> Leads to overtraining
> Long sessions

Question 3

Circuit Training:

Answer 3

> Performing different exercises in sequence at different exercise stations
Wide range of athletes (games)
Fitness / skill based

Question 4

Circuit Training: + -

Answer 4

+
> Cheap / accessible
> Adaptable
-
> Chronic injury from repetitive actions

Question 5

Cross Training:

Answer 5

> Training in two or more sports or methods in order to improve fitness and performance in a main sport
Fitness/skill based
Triathlon

Question 6

Cross Training: + -

Answer 6

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> Trains multiple components of fitness
> Mimics needs of sport
> Prevents boredom
-
> May requires equipment
> Requires knowledge of multiple sports

Question 7

Continuous Training:

Answer 7

> Long duration where intensity remains constant throughout (without rest)
Wide range (endurance) athletes
Marathon

Question 8

Continuous Training: + -

Answer 8

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> Trains cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance
> Low cost (no equipment)
> Health benefits (HR + BP)
-
> Can lead to tedium
> May not be sport specific

Question 9

Fartlek:

Answer 9

> A long duration activity where the intensity varies - a change in pace, terrain and incline
Games players
Aerobic endurance

Question 10

Fartlek: + -

Answer 10

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> Reflects pattern of games