Periodisation (Paper 2) Flashcards
1
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Periodisation
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Dividing the year into training phases
Aimed at peaking for major competitions
Double periodisation = peak for qualifiers and then major game
2
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Training phases
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Preparation Phase - Develop fitness, quantity over quality
Competition Phase - In season, maintenance of fitness and refining skills
Including tapering phases (training intensity decreased)
Transition Phase - Active rest and recovery
Tapering/ Peaking Phase - Preparation for specific competition, mainly skill focused
3
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Training cycles
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Macro cycles: long term training plan (yearly/two yearly)
MeSocycle: Blocks of 2-8 weeks working on a Specific aim eg, Speed, Strength, power
Micro cycles: individual training weeks/periods of days/ individual sessions
