Types of Training Flashcards
(19 cards)
what is continuous training?
training for a long period of time with no breaks
what is fartlek training?
a form of interval training without rest (e.g. 15 minutes running, 1 minute walk, 2 minute sprints)
what is interval training?
a form of training which involves periods of work followed by periods of rest
what is circuit training?
training which involves working different muscles and muscle groups at 6-8 different exercise stations
what is HIIT training?
a form of training which includes periods of high intensity exercise followed by periods of rest or short intensity exercise
what is plyometric training?
high intensity training that involves explosive movements such as jumps, bounds and hops
what is weight training?
a form of strength training that uses resistance against muscles
Is continuous training aerobic or anaerobic?
aerobic
What component of fitness does fartlek training improve?
cardiovascular endurance
What should your MHR percentage be during continuous training?
60-80% MHR
What does MHR stand for?
Maximum Heart Rate
What should your MHR percentage be during fartlek training?
60-90% MHR
What component of fitness does circuit training improve?
muscular endurance
What does HIIT stand for?
High Intensity Interval Training
What component of fitness does weight training improve?
strength
What 2 components of fitness does plyometrics training improve?
speed and power
What component of fitness does continuous training improve?
cardiovascular endurance
What components of fitness does interval training and HIIT training improve?
cardiovascular and muscular endurance
