training methods

Question 1

what are training methods

Answer 1

training methods are methods suited for different sports or activities depending on the end goal. Each training method improves the different aspects of an athlete’s performance.

Question 2

circuit training

Answer 2

Exercises at various ‘stations’ for a set period of time/repetitions before moving to the next station

1 min plank -20BW squats-10 jump lunges - 3 min run - 10 burpees - 1 min wall sit

Question 3

continuous training

Answer 3

Working at same intensity for a set amount of time

5km run

Question 4

interval training

Answer 4

Work intervals followed by rest intervals

5 x 40m print - 2 min recovery between each sprint

Question 5

fartlek training

Answer 5

Intensity/pace is consistently altered

Jog bends/sprint straights of 400m track

Question 6

resistance training

Answer 6

Used to develop muscular strength, power of endurance by using weights, bands or body weight

10 x 5kg bicep curl

Question 7

plyometric training

Answer 7

Designed to improve explosive muscular power, involves doing exercise which allows lengthening of a muscle followed by a fast, forceful contradiction of the muscle

Box jumps

Question 8

flexibility training

Answer 8

Used to improve he movement capabilities and range of motion of joints and muscles

Yoga, stretch mobility sessions