Methods Of Training Flashcards
Circuit training
series of training of exercises completed one after the other for a set amount of time
Circuit training methods
made up of station (30-60 seconds). Exercises are mixed so muscle groups working are alternated
Circuit training advantages
improves Cardiovascular fitness,used to develop skill and can be changed for individual needs
Circuit training disadvantages
equipment needed, takes time to set up
Who uses circuit training
any sports player can use this method because it can be changed to suit different people
Cross training
this is where two training methods are combined together
Who uses cross training
Triathletes
Cross training advantages
prevents boredom and improves general fitness
Cross training disadvantages
not specific enough for elite performers
Fartlek training
this is where the intensity of training is changed. Also, it can be training on different terrains
Fartlek methods
Intensity changed by altering speed, times and distance covered. Lower intensities provide recovery time. Intensity is also varied by changing terrain
Fartlek advantages
improves aerobic and anaerobic respiration and can use different activities
Fartlek disadvantages
cannot tell if a performer is working at their full potential
Who uses fartlek training
games players - they have to work at different intensities in games e.g. football,basketball,rugby
Interval training
periods of exercise followed by periods of rest
