Training Flashcards
How could James and his family train in preseason
They should begin to develop their fitness levels by gradually increasing the distances they run
How could James and his family train in peak season
Building up to the event James will be training at a high intensity he will need to taper down one- two weeks before the event to allow his body time to recover before the run
How could James and his family train in closed/off season
Following the fun run James may wish to continue his training however he should train at a low intensity to allow his body to recover
How could James benefit from warm weather training
It will allow James to train and prepare for his run without disruption and also improve temperature regulation which will be important during the event
How does altitude training work
It involves aerobic exercise being performed high above sea level where the oxygen is thin. This forces the body to produce more red blood cells. On returning to a lower altitude the performer will have an advantage as they will be able to transport greater amounts of oxygen to the working muscles
How could altitude training benefit James
It would improve his stamina
What does specificity mean
When preparing for the 5 mile fun run James will need to train specifically for running with the same muscle groups and energy systems targeted
Does progression mean
Workload needs to gradually increase to improve Jameses fitness levels
What does overload mean
Should increase by no more than 10% per week to avoid over training. James could increase the frequency intensity or duration to make training more difficult
Does reversibility mean
James gets injured or ill and stop straining his fitness levels will decrease and any gains will be lost
The advantages of circuit training
You could easily set up a circuit
You can complete it inside or out
Can adapt the session to meet fitness levels
Train with friends to increase motivation
Disadvantages of circuit training
Specialist equipment may be needed to progress further and add overload
Could be time-consuming to set up
Amount of space available may be limited
Advantages of interval training
Allow him to work at a high intensity
Can improve his stamina and endurance
Can improve recovery time
Improve resistance to fatigue and lactic acid
Disadvantages of interval training
As training is at a high intensity it may lead to overtraining and increase the risk of injury
Advantages of weight training
Widely available in health clubs and gyms
Could target specific muscle groups
Could improve strength power and endurance