Option 4: Improving Performance Flashcards
Describe strength training
- main goal if to increase max force a muscle can generate
- weights and resistance training and isometric
- results in hypertrophy, weight loss, improved balance, muscle rehab
Describe the muscle contractions
- Isotonic= eccentric and concentric. E.g. bicep curl upwards (bicep is contracting and tricep is lengthening)
- Isometric= muscle length doesn’t change. E.g. planking
- Isokinetic= speed of contraction is kept constant. Muscles lengthen and contract at the same speed. E.g. stationary bike
Describe anaerobic training
- focuses on lactic acid and alactacid systems
- focuses on speed and power
- exercises include, weights/resistance training, plyometrics, short interval training and jump training
What are some initial planning considerations?
- the specific sport
- the position the individual plays
- type of competition
- climate and season (cricket=summer, afl=winter)
- schedule of competitions
atlete specific performance and fitness needs
what are some athelete specific performance and fitness needs?
- paricular position of athlete and skills required in that position
e. g. striker does not need to have the same skills as CB
what are some sport specific performance and fitness needs?
the sport specific performance and fitness needs are essentially the performance and needs of the team
• Afl team will all need good cv endurance, power, muscular endurance and coordination
• Will also have performance needs such as the ability to tackle, kick and communicate effectively
Why is scheduling important?
- it prevents peaking in the off season
- bases training around any upcoming events
What are things to consider due to climate and season?
- Availability of facilities
- Appropriate clothing for various weather conditions
- Hot/cold
- Providing adequate hydration
What is periodisation
process of breaking the year down into smaller time periods in order to structure the training program effectively
What are the phases of periodisation
micro and macrocycle
what are the 3 phases of competition in the training year
- Preseason (preparatory)
- In season (Competitive)
- Off season (transition)
Describe what happens in preseason
- Period before comp
- Focuses on developing the basis required in the sport
- 6-8 weeks
- Training focuses on sport specific aspects of training
- E.g. power, speed, control
Describe what happens in inseason
- Can be short or long based on sport
- E.g. tennis may only last 2-4 weeks and netball lasts for 6 months
- Training focuses on strategies and tactics while maintaining skills and fitness
- Volume of training decreases
Describe what happens in offseason
- Transition phase
- Focuses on relaxation and recovery
- Training volume and intensity decreases
- May even be non existent
- Allows athlete to recover from comp before training is increased in preseason
describe peaking
- Involves a training program in order to achieve highest state of physical and psychological readiness at the same time of major comp
- Peaking can be difficult, especially in long in season sports
- Peaking also needs the athlete to be mentally focused and have optimum arousal levels in order to perform at their best