Soc 5 Principles Of Training Flashcards
Specificity
The particualar requirements of an activity
Example of specificity
Backs in rugby need to be fast and strong so they need to work on muscualar strength and agility
Progressive overload
Area between minimum and maximum threshold. Gradually increase the amount
Example of progressive overload
For a runner they can run at 60% of there heart rate but then increase it to 70% the next time
Individual needs
Matching training to the requirements of an individual
Example of individual needs
A low level athlete should not train like someone who is experienced. This could cause a injury or demotivate them
Frequency
How often someone trains in the peiod of 7 days
Example of frequency
A new runner would only train 2 days a week. This is so our bodys can recover
Intensity
How hard someone trains. Normally measured in a percentage
Example of a intensity
For a runner. They would need to raise there heart rate in the target zone 60% to 80%
Time
How long each training session needs to last
Example of time
To increase your cardiovasular fitness you need to be in the zone (60% or over h.r) for atleast 20 minutes
Type
To acheive a goal the most appripiate way
Example of time
A sprintee would do an interval of traing. This would improve there speed
Definition of a finding a training threshold
A safe and effective level to train at
