How does Training Affect Performance
Name the 3 energy systems and give an example of a sport for each energy system.
- ATP/PC - 100m Sprint
- Lactic Acid - 400m Run
- Aerobic System - Marathon
What are the 4 types of training that are covered in your syllabus?
- Aerobic
- Anaerobic
- Flexibility
- Strength
What are the Principles of training and how can they be applied to aerobic training?
PO - Increase the reps, distance or time of the run
SP - Training specific for the running event - EG. Fast sprint work for a 100m runner
REV - Lack of training due to injury, illness or boredom leading to a reverse in adaptations/fitness
VA - Changing up sessions with cross training
TT - Aerobic and Anaerobic sessions used to enhance fitness
W/UP - C/Down - Used to prepare the body for exercise and avoid DOMS
I am a 400m runner, what types of training would I use and why?
Refer to each type of training - use examples
I am a marathon runner. After completing 6-8 weeks of consistent training what physiological adaptations will occur?
RHR - Decrease
SV & CO - Increase
OU - Increase
LC - Stay the same
Haem - Increase
Hypertrophy - decrease (long distance running)
F/S Twitch - Increase in slow twitch due longer running