Methods Of Training

Question 1

What are the 6 Methods of Training?

Answer 1

Fartlek 
Continuous 
Plymetric
Interval
Weight
Circuit

Question 2

The 3 main factors when deciding what method of training to use are…

Answer 2

• The requirement of the sport
• The facilities in the local area
• The individuals current level of fitness

Question 3

Continuous Training

Answer 3

Working your entire body for long periods of time. Working aerobically at the training threshold

Question 4

Fartlek Training

Answer 4

Speed play originated in Sweden, combination of two Swedish words ‘speed’ and ‘play’. Changing speed, distance and time of exercise in the same session

Question 5

Circuit Training

Answer 5

A series of exercises completed for a certain amount of time/reps, after one another.

Question 6

Interval Training

Answer 6

Training involving alternating stages of high and low-intensity activity

Question 7

Plyometrics Training

Answer 7

Exercises where muscles use maximum force in short intervals of time

Question 8

Weight Training

Answer 8

Involves shifting weight to increase the strength of the muscle using a programme of exercises

Question 9

How do you calculate your maximum heart rate?

Answer 9

220 - (age) = Maximum heart rate