Soc 6:methods of training Flashcards
What is method of training
A specific training that an individual does to improve health and fitness
What is the 6 methods of training
1.Continuous
2.fartlek
3.circuit
4.interval
5.plyometric
6.weight
What do you need to take into consideration when choosing your method of training
1.The requirements of the particular sport
2.the facilities in the local area
3.the individuals current level of fitness
We need to take this in consideration to not get an injury
where did fartlek originate
The word fartlek is a combination of the two swedish works for speed and play
What is continuous training
Working your whole body for a long time
What is the advantages of continuous training
1.it is inexpensive
2.improves cardiovascular fitness
What is the disadvantages of continuous training
1.does not improve anaerobic fitness
2.some people find it boring
What is the advantages of fartlek training
1.can include hill work,both uphill and down
2.can include rest periods or can be continuous
What is the disadvantages of fartlek training
1.there my not be suitable terrain nearby
2.difficult for a coch to monitor
Advantages of fitness classes
It is an important role in your health and well-being
Disadvantages of fitness classes
They might be expensive,they might be far away from you
What is fartlek training
A method of training for runners where the terrain and speed are changing
What is circuit training
A series of exercises completed for a certain amount of reps after one another
What is the advantages of circuit training
1.can combine many components of fitness
2.a good source of all round fitness
What is the disadvantages of circuit training
1.the circuit needs to be set up and well planned
2.it is important to work hard on each circuit
What is interval training
Physical training involving alternating stages of high and low intensity activity
What is the advantages of interval training
1.includes repeated sprints,which is anaerobic
2.includes a rest period
What is the disadvantages of interval training
1.can be intense so needs full commitment
2.some people find repeating intervals boring
What is plyometrics training
Exercises in which muscles exert maximum force in short interval of time
What is the advntages of plyometrics training
1.exercises can be designed for a specific performances e.g. high jump
What is the disadvantages of plyometrics training
1.need knowledge of ypur event or a coach
2.need to progress gradually,as rest and recovery is inportant
What is weight trai ning
Involves shifting weight to increase the strength of the muscle using a programme of exercises
What is the advantages of weight training
1.easy to monitor progress and overload
2.wide variety of exercises to choose from
What is disadvantages of weight training
1.needs suitable facilities and equipment
2.need knowledge or safety and technique
What is the 5 fitness classes
1.aerobics
2.body pump
3.pilates
4.yoga
5.spinning
What is aerobics
Mainly aerobic exercise to music,covering a variety of exercises
What component of fitness is aerobics
Cardiovascular fitness,muscular strength,muscular endurance and flexibility
What is body pump
Exercise to music normally using low weights with many repetitions and a vareity of exercises such as lunges
What cof is body pump
Cardiovascular fitness,muscular endurance,flexibility,body conposition
What is pilates
A series of core stability exercises focusing
on the quality of the exercise rather than the
quantity
What cof is pilates
Muscular endurance,flexibility
What is yoga
Ancient form of exercise that focuses on
postures ises eat inase sometimes
mediation, to boost prysical and emotiona
What cof is yoga
Develops muscular endurance,flexibility and balance
What is spinning
Aerobic and anaerobic cycling on a stationary
bike to music
What cof is spinning
Muscular endurance and develops aerobic fitness
