A practical exploration of circuits, weight and plyometric training
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can train using different methods of training including circuit training, weight training and plyometric training.
Key learning points
- Circuit training can be adapted to suit different components of fitness.
- Weight training can be done with kettlebells, dumbbells, barbells or resistance machines.
- Plyometric training is used to develop power.
Keywords
Circuit training - a series of stations whereby periods of work are interspersed with periods of rest
Weight training - the use of weights/resistance to cause adaptation of the muscles
Plyometric training - high intensity exercise involving explosive movements
Common misconception
That rest is not incorporated into these types of training.
All of these can be performed as a type of interval training and rest is important after each exercise / session to avoid the body getting injured.
Teacher tip
You may wish to plan your own types of training for students or allow them to plan and perform their own training methods.
Equipment
Weights, cones, benches, skipping ropes, mats.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What type of training has periods of work followed by periods of rest?
Q2.Continuous training involves working for a sustained period of time without .
Q3.Which athlete would fartlek training be most relevant for?
Q4.Colin wants to improve his speed. Which training method would be most beneficial for Colin?
Q5.Daisy takes part in continuous training. What training zone should she be working in?
Q6.Suhrith is 16 years old. He wants to complete interval training in his anaerobic training zone. How could he work this out?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the methods of training to the definition.
a series of exercise stations
the use of weights/resistance to cause adaptation of the muscles
high intensity exercise involving explosive movements
alternates between high intensity and periods of recovery
Q2.Sally has injured her foot. Is she able to take part in circuit training?
Q3.Which would be the best exercise for a circuit aiming to improve co-ordination?
Q4.Resistance machines, kettlebells, barbells and are all types of weights used in weight training.
Q5.In explosive plyometric movement, the muscle goes from eccentric contraction rapidly into a contraction.
Q6.Which is not an example of a suitable movement for plyometric training
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