Periodisation

Question 1

What is a Periodisation of Training

Answer 1

The process of directing a performer’s training in order to allow them to peak.

Question 2

What is a Macro cycle

Answer 2

A cycle throughout the whole year. Unless in prep for the Olympics which is 4 years.

Question 3

What is a Micro cycle

Answer 3

A week of training broken down into units of training.

Question 4

What is a Meso cycle

Answer 4

Smaller cycle of training, often a month to 6 weeks. These are often used during throughout one macro cycle.

Question 5

What are Units

Answer 5

A period of training with a specific aim. Training sessions contain at least one unit per session.

Question 6

What are the 6 phases of training

Answer 6

1. General Fitness
2. Specific Fitness
3. Start of Competition
4. Competition
5. End of Competition
6. Recovery/Transition

Question 7

Why is it important to plan a training week.

Answer 7

• Long term development
• Weekly club performance
• Team preparation
• Need for recovery
• Injury prevention and rehab

Question 8

What is Tapering

Answer 8

When you gradually reduce training intensity over a period of up to 14 days beforehand.

This enables the athlete to be fresh and full of energy for the event.