Soc7: Methods Of Training

Question 1

Continous training (and components of fitness)

Answer 1

Working the whole body for a long period of time in aerobic training zone
(Cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance)

Question 2

Fartlek training (and components of fitness)

Answer 2

A method of training for runners where the speed and terrain are constantly changing ( cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance)

Question 3

Circuit training (and components of fitness)

Answer 3

A series of exercises for a certain amount of time/reps, after one and other (multiple, depends on whats in the circuit)

Question 4

Interval training (and components of fitness)

Answer 4

Physical training involving alternating stages of high and low intensity activities (cardiovascular fitness)

Question 5

Plyometrics training (and components of fitness)

Answer 5

Exercises where muscles use maximum force in short intervals of time (power)

Question 6

Weight training (and components of fitness)

Answer 6

Involves shifting weights to increase the strength of muscle using a programme of exercise (muscular strength, muscular endurance)

Question 7

What are the advantages and disadvantages of interval training?

Answer 7

Advantages
- improves both anaerobic and aerobic fitness
- includes rest period
Disadvantages 
- very exhausting
- requires a lot of commitment

Question 8

What are the advantages and disadvantages of continuous training?

Answer 8

Advantages
- easy to do, as it requires nit specialist equipment 
- not expensive
Disadvantages
- can be very boring 
- doesn't improve aerobic fitness

Question 9

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Fartlek training?

Answer 9

Advantages
- very adaptable
- can be done in a variety of terrains
Disadvantages
- lacks structure, so hard to track progress
- there may not be suitable terrain nearby

Question 10

What are the advantages and disadvantages of circuit training?

Answer 10

Advantages
- very easy ti meet individual needs 
- variety makes it more interesting
Disadvantages
- takes a lot of time to set up
- requires a lot of equipment, that might be expensive

Question 11

What are the advantages and disadvantages of plyometrics?

Answer 11

Advantages
- the only type of training that directly improves power
- very specific
Disadvantages
- very demanding on the body, ned to be very fit
- need knowledge of event of sport

Question 12

What are the advantages and disadvantages of weight training?

Answer 12

Advantages
- easier to monitor progress and overload
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Disadvantages
- if technique is poor can be very dangerous
- puts muscles under high stress levels, so they will get sore

Question 13

What factors should you consider when choosing a training method ?

Answer 13

1) the requirements of the sport
2) facilities in local area
3) the individuals current level of fitness