Periodisation

Question 1

Periodisation

Answer 1

Dividing the training year into specific sections for a specific purpose

Question 2

What is a macrocycle

Answer 2

Long term performance goal

Question 3

How long does a macrocycle last

Answer 3

Up to 4 years or length of a season

Question 4

What are the 3 distinct periods of a macrocycle

Answer 4

Preparation period
Competition period
Transition period

Question 5

Preparation period

Answer 5

Involved general conditioning and fitness development

Question 6

Competition period

Answer 6

Performer refines skills and techniques + maintain fitness

Question 7

Transition period

Answer 7

Rest and recovery to allow injury free start to next season

Question 8

What is a mesocycle and length

Answer 8

4-12 week period of training with a particular focus

Question 9

What is a micro cycle and its length

Answer 9

1 week or a few days of training
Repeated through length of mesocycle

Question 10

Tapering

Answer 10

Reducing volume/intensity of training prior to competition

Question 11

Peaking

Answer 11

Planning and training so a performer is at their peak physically and mentally for a major competition