Types of training Flashcards
What is SMART?
S- Specific M- Measurable A- Achievable R- Realistic T- Time-bound
Define specific
Specific means you knowing exactly what your goal is.
Define measurable
Measurable means it will be easy to know when your specific goal is achieved.
Define acheivable
Achievable means that the goal can be reached. For example being able to lift an extra 2 kg on the leg press station after 6 weeks of training is an achievable goal.
Define realistic
A goal to be achievable in practice, is necessary to have the time and resources to complete it.
Define Time-bound
The end point of a goal.
Name the 6 training methods used to improve fitness
Continuous training Fartlek training Interval training Weight/resistance training. Circuit training Cross training
What is continuous training?
Continuous training is steady training with no rest periods and the exercising heart rate will not be high in intensity. This is used to improve cardiovascular fitness (aerobic fitness) and lasts for at least 15-20 minutes. Used by cyclists, swimmers and long distance athletes.
What is fartlek training?
This type of training includes fast and slow running, and can be performed on a variety of terrains, e.g. hills. Suitable for football, netball and hockey, as these sports vary in intensity throughout.
What is interval training?
Interval training involves periods of high intensity work followed by rest periods, (the work period may be a distance to run or a time to work for).
What is weight training?
Weight training, uses progressive resistance either by the amount of weight lifted or the repetition of lifting a weight. Used for sprinting, long jumping and rugby. It can be used to increase muscular strength and endurance, increase speed or to rehabilitate from injury/illness.
What is circuit training?
Circuit training improves muscular endurance and cardiovascular fitness. It involves a variety of exercises to avoid working the same muscle groups consecutively, which are completed at a station for a set time.
What is cross training?
Cross training is when an athlete trains in another sport to improve their sport. It consists of a mixture of methods to decrease boredom and to avoid putting stress on one area of the body.
