involves working for a sustained period of time without rest

a series of exercise stations whereby periods of work are interspersed with periods of rest

training using different intensities or over different terrains e.g. sprint, jog, walk, jog, sprint etc

the use of weights/resistance to cause adaptation of the muscles

periods of training/work that are followed by periods of rest, e.g. work, rest, work, rest

Training methods for specific components of fitness

Physical education

A practical exploration of continuous, fartlek and interval training

A practical exploration of circuit, weight, plyometric and other fitness classes

This unit will describe and enable pupils to experience different types of training before analysing which ones are most suited to different types of sporting performers.

Physical training: methods of training

How long should continuous training be performed to ensure it is effective?

a series of exercise stations with periods of work and rest

training using different intensities or over different terrains

periods of training/work that are followed by periods of rest

Match the training type to the most suitable description.

3 sets of 100% one rep max for 1 repetition

3 sets of 60% one rep max for 6 repetitions

3 sets of 80% one rep max for 15 repetitions

3 sets of 60% one rep max for 15 repetitions

If somebody is going to use weight training to improve their muscular endurance, what would be the most effective out of these options?

The name given to somebody who assists during weight training to ensure the performer is using correct technique and does not injure themselves is a ...

Match the best type of training for the following athletes.

What word is used when muscle grows in size and strength as a long term effect of exercise? This can be both muscular or cardiac.

Which of the following are long in duration, endurance activities?

training is meeting the requirements of the athlete

training should be relevant to the specific demands of an activity

gradually increasing the amount of stress on the body

excessive exercise without adequate rest and recovery

When we train, it is important to consider several principles of training. Match the principle to its description.

Sprinting is an {{ }} activity, meaning it is performed without oxygen.

To calculate our maximum heart rate, we take our age from which number?

swimming 50m as fast as you can, resting then repeating five times

If you wanted to improve your one mile swimming performance, which of these would be the most suitable training types?

Which of these training zones is suitable for improving aerobic performance?

Exit Quiz

How long should continuous training be performed to ensure it is effective?