2.3 - Periodisation Flashcards
1
Q
What is periodisation?
A
The organised division of training blocks, each with a goal and time frame
2
Q
What are the aims of periodisation?
A
1) Reaching physiological peak at the correct time
2) Avoiding injury and burn out
3) Structured training to give realistic achievable goals
3
Q
Name the periodisation cycles
A
Macrocycle
Mesocycle
Microcycle
4
Q
What is a Macrocycle?
A
A long-term training plan, typically over a year, to achieve a long-term goal.
5
Q
What is a Mesocycle?
A
A mid-term training plan, typically 6 weeks, to achieve a mid-term goal.
6
Q
What is a Micro cycle?
A
A short-term training plan, typically 1 week, to achieve a short-term goal.
7
Q
What is Tapering
A
Maintaining the intensity but decreasing the volume of training by one-third to prepare for the competition
