Uses and types of training programmes

Question 1

What is the purpose of training progammes?

Answer 1

It is designed t meet the specific needs of an individual performer to make sure that they peak in performance at the right time.

Question 2

What are the acronym for principles of training?

Answer 2

SPOVMR

Question 3

What does S stand for in the principles of training?

Answer 3

Specificity = training if relevant to the individual, sport, energy system, muscle fibre type and movement pattern

Question 4

What does the P stand for in principles of training?

Answer 4

Progression = training demand gradually increases to ensue that the performer benefits and adapts to improve.

Question 5

What does the O stand for in principles of training?

Answer 5

Overload = training intensity should be above the performer’s comfort zone to apply pressure on the body and force adaptation to improve.

Question 6

What are the four components used to manipulate overload?

Answer 6

F = frequency - how many session per week are performed 
I = intensity - how hard the sessions are
T = time - how long the sessions, intervals, sets are
T = type - method of training used

Question 7

What does V stand for in principles of training?

Answer 7

Variance = training includes a range of exercises to prevent boredom, maintain motivation and limit overuse injuries

Question 8

What does M stand for in principles of training?

Answer 8

Moderation = training must be appropriate for the performer to adapt and maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle

Question 9

What are the two factors relating to moderation?

Answer 9

1. if training is too intense or too frequent, the perform is prone to getting overuse injuries and burnout which will decrease quality of training
2. if training does not overload, there will be no adaptations or improvement

Question 10

What does R stand for in principles of training?

Answer 10

Reversibility = training must be maintained to prevent reversibility of performance and adaptations (aerobic capacity and strength)

Question 11

What are tests and what are its uses?

Answer 11

Training intensity will be based upon results from the test - for example, the multi stage fitness test for aerobic capacity. Progression can also be monitored through mid and post-programme tests.

Question 12

What is the purpose of a warm up?

Answer 12

It includes pulse-raising activities and mobility exercises. It prepares the body for exercise and reduces the risk of injury.

Question 13

What is the purpose of a cool-down?

Answer 13

It includes pulse-lowering activities and stretching whihc will prepare the body for rest and reduces the risk of DOMs