Methods of training

• describe continuous training


  training that involves activity without rest intervals
• which fitness component does continuous training improve?

  cardiovascular endurance and muscular endurance
• describe fartlek training


  training which varies in intensity and duration and consists of bursts of intense effort and alternating with less effort
• games players would benefit from fartlek training
• what is circuit training

  series of alternate exercises performed at stations that focus on different muscle groups
• 3 features of circuit training

  • can work different fitness components
  • can work different muscle groups
  • quick and easy to set up
• 3 fitness components improved by weight training:

  • muscular strength
  • muscular endurance
  • power
• plyometric training is jumping
• HIIT varies between high intensity and periods of recovery
• choice of training is specificity
• 5 components of a warm up:

  • pulse raiser
  • mobility
  • stretching
  • dynamic movement
  • skill rehearsal
• 2 phases of a cool down:

  • low intensity exercise
  • stretching
• benefits of a warm up:

  • increased body temperature
  • increased heart rate
  • increased flexibility
• benefits of a cool down:

  • gradually lowers heart rate
  • gradually lowers body temperature
  • circulates blood
  • reduces breathing rate