Part 3- Physical Training Flashcards
5 Advantages of circuit training
Simple exercises
Train different things
Varied fitness levels
Easy to monitor
Can be adjusted
Disadvantages of circuit training
Tedious
Time consuming
Boring
Need space and equipment
What is circuit training
A series of exercises performed one after the other with a rest in between
What is polymeric training
Used to increase power
Advantages of polymeric training
Increase leg power
Relatively safe
Anyone can do it
Do it whenever
Disadvantages of plyometrics
Can result in injury due to stress
Takes a long time
Can get boring
What is static stretching
When a stretch is carried out and held
Advantages of stretching
Increase flexibility
Anyone can do it
Disadvantages of stretching
Time consuming
Overstretching can cause injury
Boring
What is continuous training
Involves working at a constant rate targeting to improve cardiovascular endurance
Advantages of continuous training
Improves aerobic fitness
Do it anywhere
Easy to do
No equipment needed
Disadvantages of continuous training
Time consuming
Boring
Can cause injury
Interval training
Involves alternating period of work with periods of rest
Advantages of interval training
Burns body fat
Altered easily to suit the individual
Can be completed relatively quickly
Can be adapted to fit the athletes needs
Disadvantages of interval training
Tedious
Boredom
Time consuming
Can lead to dizziness and feelings of nausea
