Spc 7: Methods Of Training Flashcards
What are the 6 main methods of training
-continous
-fartlwk
-circuit
-interval
-plyometric
-weight
What do you need to take into consideration for choosing the right method of training
-the requirements of the particular sport
-the facilities in the local area
-the individuals current level of fitness
What is continuous training
Working your body for a long period of time without any rest, usually last longer than 15 minutes
What is fartlek training
A method of training for runners where the terain and speed is constantly training
What is circuit training
A series of exercises completed for a certain amount of time/reps, after one another
What is interval training
Physical training involving alternating stages of high and low - intensity activity
What is plyometrics training
Exercises where muscles use maximum amount of force in short intrrvals of time
What is weight training
Involves shifting weight to increase the strength of the muscle using a programme for exercises
What component of fitness does continous training improve
Cardio vascular fitness
What component of fitness does fartlek training improve
Cardio vascular fitness
What component of fitness does circuit training improve
Combineds many components of fitness
What component of fitness does interval training improve
-Cardio vascular fitness
-speed
What component of fitness does plyometric training improve
Power
What component of fitness does weight training improve
-Strength
-muscular endurance
-power
Advantages and dissadvantages of continous training
Advantages:
-impeoves cardio vascular fitness
-can be done in variety of places
Dissadvantages:
-does not impeove anaerobic fitness
-pwople find it boring
Advantages and dissadvantages of fartlek training
Advantages:
-includes up hill and down hill running
-can include rest periods or be continouse
Dissadvantages:
-there may not be suitable terrain nearby
-difficult for coach to monitor
Advantages and dissadvantages of circuit training
Advantages:
-can combine many components of fitness
-can include both aerobic and anaerobic fitness
Dissadvantages:
-Needs to be set up and well planned
-important to work hard on each but some dont
Advantages and dissadvantages of interval training
Advantages:
-includes repeated sprints wich is anaerobic
-includes rest periods
Dissadvantages:
-Can be intense so needs full commitment
-some peeoplw find repeating intervals boring
Advantages and dissadvantages of plyometrics training
Advantages:
-excercises can be designed for a specific performance
-improves explosive fitness
Dissadvantages:
-more risk of injury
-need to progress gradually as rest and recovery is important
Advantages and dissadvantages of weight training
Advantages:
-wide variety of exercises
-proggrame can be specific to muscle group
Dissadvantages:
-needs suitable facilities and equipment
-need a certain amount of knowledge
What is an aerobic fitness class
Mainly aerobic exercise to music, covering a variety of exercise, burns calories
