training methods

Question 1

what is functional fitness?

Answer 1

traditional training methods focussed on specific exercises and specific muscles
individuals train to improve their speed, agility, quickness, strength, and mobility

Question 2

what are the main functional fitness training methods

Answer 2

periodization, mobility, core, cardiorespiratory, resistance, plyometrics, SAQ (speed/agility/quickness), balance, HIIT (high-intensity interval)

Question 3

what is periodization?

Answer 3

the development of an overall training plan separated into distinct training periods
maximizes performance and reduces the risk of injury and mental burnout

Question 4

what is the macrocycle?

Answer 4

pre-season, in-season, and off-season

Question 5

what is mobility vs flexibility training?

Answer 5

in order to move a muscle through its range of motion with control (mobility) you need strength
a flexible person may or may not have that strength

Question 6

what is core training?

Answer 6

involves the back and abdominals
training programs for the core should focus on improving core stability, core strength, and eventually core power

Question 7

what is cardiorespiratory training?

Answer 7

composed of base training, interval training, sport-specific training

Question 8

what is hiit?

Answer 8

high-intensity interval training?
short periods of intense exercise with long breaks

Question 9

what is plyometric training?

Answer 9

involves a series of explosive drills usually using the body’s own weight as the overload

Question 10

what is saq training?

Answer 10

speed/agility/quickness training
being able to react speedily to generate a strong force in a certain direction and then rapidly change the direction of that force

Question 11

what is balance training?

Answer 11

training the ability to maintain equilibrium while standing still or while moving