SOC 7 - Methods Of Training

Question 1

What are the 6 main training methods?

Answer 1

• continuous
• fartlek
• circuit
• interval
• plyometric
• weight

Question 2

What do you need to take into consideration when deciding which methods of training to use?

Answer 2

• The requirements of the sport
• The facility in the local area
• The individuals cyrrent level of fitness

Question 3

What is continuous training?

Answer 3

Working your body for long periods of time without any rest

Question 4

What are some advantages of continuous training.

Answer 4

• Improves cardiovascular fitness
• Inexpensive
• Can be done in a variety of places
• Can be done alone or in a group

Question 5

What are the disadvantages of continuous training?

Answer 5

• Does not improve anaerobic fitness
• Some people find it boring

Question 6

What is Fartlek training?

Answer 6

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

Question 7

Where did Fartlek training originate and what does the word mean?

Answer 7

Fartlek training originated in Sweden. The word
‘fartlek’ is a combination of the two Swedish words ‘speed’ and ’play’

Question 8

What are the advantages of Fartlek training?

Answer 8

• Can be done on a variety of terrains
• Can include hill work, both uphill and down
• Can include rest periods or can be continuous
• Can include reps e.g. up the same hill several times

Question 9

What are the disadvantages of Fartlek training?

Answer 9

• There may not be suitable terrain nearby
• Difficult for the coach to monitor unless he runs with the athlete

Question 10

What is circuit training?

Answer 10

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

Question 11

What are some advantages of circuit training?

Answer 11

• Can combine many components of fitness
• A good source of all round fitness
• Can include both aerobic and anaerobic exercises

Question 12

What are some disadvantages of circuit training?

Answer 12

• The circuit needs to be set up and well planned out
• It is important to work hard on each circuit but people often pace themselves

Question 13

What is the aim of interval training?

Answer 13

The aim of interval training is to have a high-intensity, high-quality workout always done at a fast pace

Question 14

What is interval training?

Answer 14

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

Question 15

What are some advantages of interval training?

Answer 15

•Includes repeated sprints, which is anaerobic
•Included a rest period
•Includes repetitions of high-quality work that can get the heart rate nearly up to max

Question 16

What are some disadvantages of interval training?

Answer 16

• Can be intense so needs full commitment
• Some people find repeating intervals boring

Question 17

What is plyometrics training?

Answer 17

Exercises where muscles use maximum force in short intervals of time

Question 18

What are advantages of plyometric training?

Answer 18

• Exercises can be designed for a specific performances e.g. high jump
• Improves explosive fitness

Question 19

What are disadvantages of plyometric training?

Answer 19

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

Question 20

What is weight training?

Answer 20

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

Question 21

What are advantages of weight training?

Answer 21

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

Question 22

What are some disadvantages of weight training?

Answer 22

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

Question 23

What component of fitness does continuous training improve?

Answer 23

Cardiovascular fitness

Question 24

What component of fitness does fartlek training improve?

Answer 24

Cardiovascular fitness

Question 25

What component of fitness does circuit training improve?

Answer 25

It can be tailored to whatever you want it to target

Question 26

What component of fitness does interval training improve?

Answer 26

Cardiovascular and speed

Question 27

What component of fitness does plyometrics training improve?

Answer 27

Power

Question 28

What component of fitness does weight training improve?

Answer 28

Muscular strength, muscular endurance or power

Question 29

What do you do in aerobics class?

Answer 29

Mainly aerobic exercise to music, covering a variety of exercises

Question 30

What do you do in a Body Pump class?

Answer 30

Exercise to music normally using low weights
with many repetitions and a variety of
exercises, such as lunges and squats

Question 31

What do you do in a pilates class?

Answer 31

A series of core stability exercises focusing
on the quality of the exercise rather than the
quantity - so less vigorous but working on a
range of movement. Also focuses on correct
breathing, relaxation and stress reduction

Question 32

What do you do in a yoga class?

Answer 32

Ancient form of exercise that focuses on
postures ises eat inase sometimes
mediation, to boost prysical and emotiona
Emphasis on quality of exercise, holding the
correct position with full range of movement
and balance, and breathing correctly

Question 33

What do you do in a spinning class?

Answer 33

Aerobic and anaerobic cycling on a stationary bike to music