Option 4: Improving Performance Flashcards
1
Q
strength training
A
- resistance training, eg elastic, hydraulic
- weight training, eg plates, dumbbells
- isometric training
2
Q
aerobic training
A
- continuous/uniform
- fartlek
- long interval
3
Q
anaerobic training (power and speed)
A
- developing power through resistance/weight training
- plyometrics
- short interval
4
Q
flexibility training
A
- skill training
- drills practice
- modified and small-sided games
- games for specific outcomes, eg decision-making, tactical awareness
5
Q
initial planning considerations
A
- performance and fitness needs (individual, team)
- schedule of events/competitions
- climate and season
6
Q
planning a training year (periodisation)
A
- phases of competition (pre-season, in-season and off-season phases)
- subphases (macro and microcycles)
- peaking
- tapering
- sport-specific subphases (fitness components, skill requirements)
7
Q
elements to be considered when designing a training session
A
- health and safety considerations
- providing an overview of the session to athletes (goal-specific)
- warm up and cool down
- skill instruction and practice
- conditioning
- evaluation
8
Q
planning to avoid overtraining
A
- amount and intensity of training
- physiological considerations, eg lethargy, injury
- psychological considerations, eg loss of motivation
9
Q
use of drugs
A
- the dangers of performance enhancing drug use, eg physical effects, loss of reputation, sponsorship and income
- for strength (human growth hormone, anabolic steroids)
- for aerobic performance (EPO)
- to mask other drugs (diuretics, alcohol)
- benefits and limitations of drug testing
