Training Methods

Question 1

What is continuous training?

Answer 1

Develops aerobic power. It involves low intensity long duration activity without rest periods e.g. jogging, swimming or cycling.

Question 2

What is Fartlek training?

Answer 2

Swedish for ‘Speedplay’
different method of continuous training
pace and or terrain of the run is varied

Question 3

Define interval training

Answer 3

intervals of high intensity work which are followed by periods of rest

Question 4

Circuit training

Answer 4

athlete performs a series of series of exercises at a set of stations.

Question 5

Weight training

Answer 5

involves doing a series of resistance exercises through the use of free weights or fixed weight machines

Question 6

Sets

Answer 6

the number of cycles of repetitions

Question 7

repetitions

Answer 7

the number of times you do an exercise

Question 8

PNF

Answer 8

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation - advanced stretching technique
muscle contracts isometrically for at least 10 secs - it then rests and is stretched again usually further.

Question 9

FITT

Answer 9

Frequency, Intensity, Time & Type