Principles of Training

Question 1

Learning is…?

Answer 1

change in potential to perform a behaviour as a result of experience

Question 2

To train and coach effectively you must…?

Answer 2

set high yet realistic expectations
give feedback & clear instructions
closely supervise performance
set meangingful tasks resulting in high success rates
clear presentation, enthusiasm & warmth

Question 3

List things to consider when planning a training program

Answer 3

Strengths/wekanesses of you & the horse
injury/health status of horse
what support expertise do you have/is available to you
facilities
time
requirements of sport

Question 4

What is training overload?

Answer 4

subjecting the body to training loads beyond those normally accustomed to =>body reorganises to cope w/ demand
Training stress should be cyclic

Question 5

Discuss recovery time in relation to training

Answer 5

Cyclic, alternate sessions (hard, medium, easy)
e.g. heavy training 2-3 weeks followed by 1 week light work, 1 or 2 easy days in 7 day cycle

Also think in terms of diet, recovery from excersise itself -stretching at end of session, sweating -increase electrolytes etc

Question 6

What do we mean about training reversibility? specifity?

Answer 6

reversibility -“use it or lose it”

specifity -reproduce movements & use energy systems used in particular sport

Question 7

What is flooding?

Answer 7

over-exposure to causative stimuli until response disappears

Question 8

what is desensitisation?

Answer 8

step-by-step process of weakening an unwelcome fear response by gradual introduction of increasing amount of problematic stimuli

Question 9

What is counter-conditioning?

Answer 9

exposure to pleasent coincidental stimuli at the same time as unpleasant stimuli (e.g. being fed whilst being injected)

Question 10

What is the benefit of cross training?

Answer 10

Multi-event sports

Can be used to reduce strain on muscles/joints

Question 11

Make sure you read over lecture slides -preparation periods!

Answer 11

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