SOC 7 : METHODS OF TRAINING

Question 1

CONTINUOUS TRAINING

Answer 1

Working the entire body for a long period of time

Question 2

Advantages of continuous training

Answer 2

• improves cardiovascular fitness
• not expensive
• can be done in a variety of places
• can be done in a group

Question 3

Disadvantages of continuous training

Answer 3

• does not improve anaerobic fitness
• some people find it boring

Question 4

FARTLEK TRAINING

Answer 4

A method of training for runners where the terrain and speed are constantly changing

Question 5

Advantages of fartlek training

Answer 5

• can be done on a variety of terrains
• can include hill work
• can include rest periods

Question 6

disadvantages of fartlek training

Answer 6

• there may not be suitable terrain nearby
• difficult for coach to monitor

Question 7

CIRCUIT TRAINING

Answer 7

A series of exercises completed for a certain amout of time/reps, after one another

Question 8

Advantages of circuit training

Answer 8

• can combine many components of fitness
• a good source for all round fitness
• can include both anaerobic and aerobic fitness

Question 9

disadvantages of circuit training

Answer 9

• the circuit needs to be set up and well planned out

Question 10

Interval training

Answer 10

Physical training involving alternating stages of high and low-intensity activity

Question 11

Advantages of interval training

Answer 11

• includes rest period
• included anaerobic training

Question 12

DisAdvantages of interval training

Answer 12

• can be intense so needs full commitment
• some people find it boring as it is repeated

Question 13

PLYMETRICS exercises

Answer 13

Exercises where muscles use max force in short intervals of time

Question 14

Advantages of plyometric training

Answer 14

• improves explosive fitness
• can be designed for specific performances

Question 15

DisAdvantages of interval training

Answer 15

• Need knowledge of your event or a coach
• Need to progress gradually,as rest and recovery are important

Question 16

WEIGHT

Answer 16

Involves shifting weight to increase the strength of the muscle using a programme of exercises

Question 17

Advantages of weight training

Answer 17

• Can be used to improve strength, muscular endurance or power
• Wide variety of exercises to choose from
• Easy to monitor progress and overload

Question 18

Disadvantages of weight training

Answer 18

• Needs suitable facilities and equipment
• Need knowledge of safety and technique

Question 19

Aerobics

Answer 19

Aerobic exercise to music, covering a variety of exercises

Question 20

What component of fitness does it help with ?

Answer 20

Mainly cardiovascular but develops some strength, muscular strength and flexibility

Question 21

Body pump

Answer 21

Exercises to music using low weights with many repetitions and a variety of exercises

Question 22

What component of fitness does it help with ?

Answer 22

Mainly cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance and toning the body

Question 23

Pilates

Answer 23

A series of core stability exercises focusing on the quality of the exercise instead of the quantity

Question 24

What component of fitness does it help with ?

Answer 24

Works on the body and mind. Develops a range of fitness but it is not vigorous

Question 25

Yoga

Answer 25

Ancient form of exercises that focus on posture and poses, breathing and sometimes meditation

Question 26

What component of fitness does it help with ?

Answer 26

Develops muscular endurance, flexibility and balance, but also develops some strength

Question 27

Spinning

Answer 27

Aerobic and anaerobic cycling on a stationary bike to music

Question 28

What component of fitness does it help with ?

Answer 28

Mainly develops aerobic fitness and also develops muscular endurance as you will be using your legs constantly for long periods of time