Soc 5 Flashcards
What are the principles of training
Specificity, progressive overload, individual needs , fitt(frequencey, intensity, time , type
Specifity
Matching training to the requirments of an activty such as rugby all players need to be fit butbthe forwards need to train strength meanwhile backs need to be fast and agile
Progressive overload
Gradually increasing the ampunt of overload so as to gain fitness without the risk of injury
Whats the definition of individuals needs
Matching training to the requirments of an indivdual
Fitt stands for
Frequencey , intensity , time , type
Frequency
Means how often you train . Frequency can adjusted to help you manage progressive overload . For example , you may go from running three times a week to four.
Frequency
Means how often you train . Frequency can adjusted to help you manage progressive overload . For example , you may go from running three times a week to four.
Intensity
How hard you train . Intensity may vary depending on the aims and type of training
Type
The method of training to achieve particular goals
Why is rest and recovery helpful
The human body reacts to a hard training session by increasing its ability to cope with future punishing training sessions
The process is called adaptations but it only happens when you rest
Whats the definition of rest
The period of time allocated to recovery
Whats the definition of recovery
Repair of damage to the body caused by training or competition
Whats the definition of adaptation
Your bodys response to training and how your body changes to cope with new activity
Whats the definition of overtraining
Training beyond your bodys ability to recover
Why do athletes train longer
Athletes train longer and harder so they can improve . However , without adequete rest and recovery this can backfire and cause you to perform worse
