Periodisation Of Success

Question 1

Periodisation

Answer 1

Dividing the training year into specific sections for a specific purpose
Comprised of three cycles: macrocyle, mesocycle, microcycle

Question 2

Macrocyle

Answer 2

Long term planning phase

Three distinct phases: preparation phase, competition phase, transition phase

Question 3

Preparation phase

Answer 3

Involves general conditioning and the development of fitness levels

Question 4

Competition phase

Answer 4

The performer refines skills and techniques as well as maintaining fitness levels

Question 5

Transition phase

Answer 5

The rest and recovery stage. Allows the athlete to recharge physically and mentally and ensures an injury free start to the season

Question 6

Mesocycle

Answer 6

Usually a 4-12 week period of training with a particular focus such as developing a component of fitness

Question 7

Microcycle

Answer 7

Planning for a week, a few days or an individual training session.
Repeated throughout the length of the mesocycle

Question 8

Tapering and peaking

Answer 8

Tapering- reducing the volume/intensity of training prior to competition
Peaking- planning and organising training so a performer is at their peak both physically and mentally for a competition
Tapering occurs a few days before a competition
Planning training prepares the athlete allowing peaking to occur