Training Seasons

Aims of pre-season training. (there are 3 correct answers)

• To improve general and aerobic fitness

• To develop technique and skills

• To improve specific fitness needs e.g. agility.

• To get plenty of rest to ensure they are not tired for the start of the new season

Aims of competition season? (2 answers)

• To play Fifa and Fortnight in order to improve their competitive edge

• To work on improving their Fitness

• To work on specific skills used in their sport

• To maintain fitness levels

Aims of post-season training. (1 answer)

• To rest and recover from the season.

• To continue training as normal

• To train intensively in order to be ready for pre- season training

Why should the training type and intensity match the training purpose? (2 correct answers)

• So that the training has maximal impact on performance

• So that the training is easy for the performer

• So the training is safe for the performer and they can avoid injury

• So the training is not tedious for the performer

Which of the following are correct safety principles for training (3 answers)

• Hydration should be maintained with fluid intake

• Equipment should be cleaned before being used

• Over training should be avoided e.g. appropriate weights should be lifted.

• You should always train after eating

• A warm up and cool down should take place

What is the calculation to find your maximum heart rate?

• Age x 220 - 50

• 220 - age

• 220 - 50 - age

• 220 + 50 - age

Which of these are considerations to prevent injury? (4 answers)

• A warm up should be completed

• Over training should be avoided

• Appropriate clothing and footwear should be worn

• Hydration should be maintained

• The time of day you train

training at high altitude increases the amount of ...

• Red blood cells

• Self-esteem

• Serotonin

• Muscular endurance

There are three training seasons, they are ...

• Pre-season

• Competition

• Post-season

• Final

• Penultimate

In the post-season it is important to rest and engage in light aerobic training to maintain a level of general fitness.

• True

• False