Soc 6 Methods Of Training Flashcards
What is methods of training
A number of training methods can be used to improve
fitness. Each designed for a specific purpose, to
improve a specific component of fitness
Types of methods of training
▪ Continuous
▪ Fartlek
▪ Circuit
▪ Interval
▪ Plyometric
▪ Weight
What do you need to consider when choosing methods of training
▪ The requirements of the particular sport
▪ The facilities in the local area
▪ The individuals current level of fitness
What does Fartlek mean
Speedplay
What is fartlek
Fartlek training originated in Sweden. The word
‘fartlek’ is a combination of the two Swedish works for
‘speed’ and ’play’
What is circuit training
Circuit training involves a number of exercises
arranged so as to avoid exercising the same muscle
groups consecutively. For example, a press-up station
could be followed by a step-up station.
What is interval training
The aim of interval training is to have a high-intensity,
high-quality workout always done at a fast pace
What is plyometrics
Plyometrics are exercises in which muscles exert
maximum force in short intervals of time
What is weight training
Weight training uses progressive resistance either in
the form of actual weight lifted or in terms of the
number of times the weight is lifted
What cof does continous training measure
Cardiovascular
Advantages of fitnes classes
Many people attend fitness classes at their gym or at a
club. Like all training methods fitness classes have
advantages and disadvantages
Disadvantages of fitness classes
Some classes are expensive or involved lump payments
in advanced. Some classes are far away and transport
may be difficult. Sometimes classes are on at the wrong
time
What is fartlek
Like interval training it includes periods of work
followed by periods of rest or light work. However,
sessions include sprints of varying distances not
necessarily measured distances as in interval training.
What is a method of training
A number of training methods can be used to improve
fitness. Each designed for a specific purpose, to
improve a specific component of fitness
What will affect method of training
The requirements of the particular sport
The facilities in the local area
The individuals current level of fitness
Requirements of a sport
he need for fitness and the need for skill are balanced
differently in different sports and this needs to be
reflected in an athletes training
What are individuls need
Before creating any training programme, it is essential
that you fully understand the current levels of fitness
If you don’t, your programme could be ineffective or
cause damage or harm
What is continuos training
Continuous training is steady training. Your WHR will
not be very high but will be in the target zone for
aerobic fitness
What is circuit
Circuit training involves a number of exercises
arranged so as to avoid exercising the same muscle
groups consecutively. For example, a press-up station
could be followed by a step-up station.
What is interval
The aim of interval training is to have a high-intensity,
high-quality workout always done at a fast pace
What is plyometrics
Plyometrics are exercises in which muscles exert
maximum force in short intervals of time
What is weight
Weight training uses progressive resistance either in
the form of actual weight lifted or in terms of the
number of times the weight is lifted
What is a fitness class
Many people attend fitness classes at their gym or at a
club. Like all training methods fitness classes have
advantages and disadvantages
Aerobica
Mainly aerobic exercise to music, covering a variety of exercises
