Topic on a page - seasonal aspects Flashcards
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what is pre-season
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the period up to competition - preparation phase
2
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what does pre-season training include
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- develop techniques specific to the sport
- general fitness training such as continuous, fartlek or interval training sessions to increase aerobic fitness
- weight training to build up strength and muscular endurance
3
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what are the benefits of pre-season
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- fitness and skill lost during post season can be regained
- skills and techniques can be improved which means that matches at the start of the season are more successful
4
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what is competitive-season
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the playing season - peak season
5
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what does competitive-season training include
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- taking part in matches every week
- maintenance of fitness related to activity
- limited training, as it may cause fatigue which would decrease performance
- concentration on skills, set plays and tactics to improve performance
6
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what are the benefits of competitive-season
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- fitness levels and quality of performance can be maintained throughout the season
7
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what is post-season
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the period of rest, active recovery and light aerobic work after the competitive season - transition phase
8
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what does post-season training include
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- rest to recover from the competitive season
- light aerobic exercise, to maintain a level of general fitness
9
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what are the benefits of post-season
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- athletes are fully rested, ready for pre-season
- not too much fitness is lost
