PAPER 1 - Preparation and Training Methods Flashcards
What is PERIODISATION ?
ORGANISED DIVISION of training into blocks, w/GOALS + TIME-FRAMES
What is a MACRO-CYCLE ?
a LONG-TERM training plan, typically over 1 YEAR, to achieve a long-term goal
What is a MESO-CYCLE ?
a MID-TERM training plan, typically SIX WEEKS, to achieve a mid-term goal
What is a MICRO-CYCLE ?
ST training plan, typically ONE WEEK, to achieve a ST goal
What is TAPERING ?
MAINTAINING INTENSITY but DECREASING the vol. by a 1/3 in prep for comp.
What happens in PREPARATORY PHASE 1 ?
- off-season
- aerobic + mobility training
- S & C
What happens in the PREPARATORY PHASE 2 ?
- pre-season
- sport-specific fitness
- vol. reduced, intensity increased
What happens in the COMPETITIVE PHASE 3 ?
- during season
- load reduces
- strategies, tactics + gameplay
What happens in the COMPETITIVE PHASE 4 ?
- 2-3 weeks before
- tapering
What happens in the TRANSITION PHASE ?
- low-intensity aerobic work/active rest
What is AEROBIC CAPACITY ?
ability to INSPIRE, TRANSPORT and UTILISE O2 to perform SUSTAINED periods of aerobic activity
What is VO2 MAX ?
MAXIMAL VOL. of O2 inspired, transported and utilised PER MINUTE
What is VO2 max measured in ?
millilitres per kilogram per minute (ml/kg/min)
Typical resting values for VO2 max
- U - 40-50ml/kg/min
- T - 90 ml/kg/min
What are the 4 factors that affect VO2 max ?
- physiological make-up
- age
- gender
- training
How does PHYSIOLOGICAL MAKE-UP affect VO2 max ?
- Better O2 transport + utility
- More RBCs, capillaries + SO Fibres
How does AGE affect VO2 max ?
- declines by 1% /year after 20
- lower elasticity in heart / blood vessels /lung tissue
How does GENDER affect VO2 max ?
- males>females
- lower lung vol. + hb levels
How does TRAINING affect VO2 max ?
- aerobic training increases VO2 by up to 20%
- causes LT adaptations to lungs heart + blood
Higher
What is CAPILLARISATION ?
FORMATION + DEVELOPMENT of capillaries to a body part, INCREASED through AEROBIC TRAINING
What are the 4 tests for AEROBIC CAPACITY ?
- direct gas analysis
- cooper run
- QCS test
- MSF test
What is the DIRECT GAS ANALYSIS ?
- Expired air captured
- Results graphed
What are the ADVANTAGES of direct gas analysis ?
- accurate + reliable
- done w/different exercises
What are the DISADVANTAGES of direct gas analysis ?
- not suitable for elderly
- specialist equipment
What is the COOPER Test?
- Run as far as possible in 12 mins
- Calculations used
What are the ADVANTAGES of the cooper 12-minute run ?
- good for large groups
- simple + cheap
What are the DISADVANTAGES of the cooper run ?
- only a prediction
- not sport specific
What is the QUEEN’S COLLEGE STEP TEST ?
- Stepping on + off box for 3 mins
- HR recovery predicts results
What are the ADVANTAGES of the QCS Test
- simple + cheap
- HR easily monitored
What are the DISADVANTAGES of the queen’s college step test ?
- shorter subjects might be at disadvantage
- not sport specific
What is the MSF TEST ?
- 20m progressive shuttle run
- standardised table results
What are the ADVANTAGES of the MSF test ?
- good for large groups
- simple + cheap
What are the DISADVANTAGES of the MSF test ?
- not suitable for elderly
- not sport specific
What is the equation for KARVONEN’S PRINCIPLE ?
training HR = resting HR + %(HRmax - resting HR)
What is the INTENSITY of continuous training ?
60 - 80% of HRmax
What is the DURATION of continuous training ?
20 - 80 mins
What is the INTENSITY of HIIT ? (work intervals)
80 - 95% of HRmax
What is the DURATION of HIIT ? (work intervals)
5 secs - 8 mins
What is the INTENSITY of recovery for HIIT ?
40 - 50% of HRmax
What is the DURATION of recovery for HIIT?
- 1:1 work to relief
Respiratory Adaptations of Aerobic Training
- stronger respiratory muscles
- increased SA of alveoli
CV adaptations of Aerobic Training
- increased RBC + HB count
- capillarisation of alveoli + SO fibres
Musculo-Skeletal Adaptations of Aerobic Training
- SO hyperplasia
- More Aerobic FOG muscle fibres
Metabolic adaptations of aerobic training
- increased mitochondria
- decreased fat mass
What is STATIC STRENGTH ?
force applied against a resistance without movement
isometric
Give an example of static strength
- handstand, gymnastics
What is DYNAMIC STRENGTH ?
- force applied against a resistance w/movement
Power Output
Give an example of dynamic strength ?
triple jump
What is MAXIMUM STRENGTH ?
- Ability to produce maximal force in a single muscular contraction
Give an example of maximum strength
Olympic weightlifter performing deadlift
1RM
What is EXPLOSIVE STRENGTH ?
- Ability to produce maximal force in a series of rapid muscular contractions
Give an example of explosive strength
sprinting on a fastbreak
What is STRENGTH ENDURANCE ?
Ability to sustain repeated muscular contractions over a period of time
Give an example of explosive strength
swimming
What are the 4 AFFECTING FACTORS of strength ?
- cross-section area
- fibre type
- gender
- age
How does the CROSS-SECTIONAL AREA affect strength ?
- greater cross section = greater strength
- max of 16-30N/cm
How does FIBRE TYPE affect strength ?
- Higher % of FO + FOG = strength
- Fast twitch fibres contract w/greater force
What is the tests for max strength ?
- 1RM + Hand Grip Dynamometer