Soc 6 Flashcards
Methods of training on the gcse specification
Continuous
Fartlek
Circuit
Interval
Plyometric
Weight
Why is it essential that you fully understand the current levels of fitness
To avoid overtraining and potential injuries
Fartlek training
Interval training includs periods of work and rest
What are the main methods of training
Continuous, Fartlek, Circuit, Interval, Plyometric, Weight
What is the right method of training
-The requirements of the particular sport
-the facilities in the local area
-The individuals current level of fitness
Requirments of the particular sport
E.g a marathon runner would train hours a week to improve their fitness
What is continuous training?
Continuous training is steady training. There are no rest period and session normally last
longer than 15mins.
What are the positives of continuous training?
-it improves vardiovascular fitness
-you dont need money
-can be done alone or in a group
What are the negatives of continuous training?
-people find it boring
-does not imrpve anaerobic fitness
What is fartlek training
interval training it includes periods of work followed by periods of rest or light work.
What does fartlek mean
Fartlek training originated in Sweden. The word
‘fartlek’ is a combination of the two Swedish works for
‘speed’ and ’play’.
What are the posotives of fartlek training
-Can be done on different varietys of terrain
-can include rest periods or be continuous
What are the negatives of fartlek training
-there may not be a suitable terrain nearby
-difficult for the coach to moniter unless he is running with an athlete
What is circuit training
Circuit training involves a number of exercises arranged so as to avoid exercising the same muscle groups consecutively
What are the positives of circuit training
-Can combine many components of training
-a good source of all round fitness
