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Principles of Training

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

This is when any adaptations that have taken place as a result of training are lost if training is stopped.

a)

Reversibility

b)

Specificity

c)

Time

d)

Type

2.

The number of training sessions each week.

a)

Reversibility

b)

Specificity

c)

Intensity

d)

Frequency

3.

This principle refers to how hard you train

a)

Intensity

b)

Frequency

c)

Time

d)

Type

4.

This is the length of the training session

a)

Time

b)

Type

c)

Overload

d)

Reversibility

5.

This is an example of continuous training

a)

Cycling

b)

100m sprinter

c)

Burpees

6.

This POT takes into account the predominant energy system, the part(s) of the body to be trained and the components of fitness that are important

a)

Moderation

b)

Overload

c)

Specificity

d)

Reversibility

7.

Using the correct method of training for the area of fitness you want to improve, refers to which method of training?

a)

Specificity

b)

Variation

c)

Reversibility

d)

FITT

8.

How often you train refers to which training principle?

a)

Reversibility

b)

Intensity

c)

Frequency

d)

Progressive Overload

9.
A muscle forced to operate beyond its customary intensity by increasing the load
a)
Training
b)
Specificity
c)
Progression
d)
Overload
10.

Not including this POT in your training programme could result in injury and fatigue

a)

Intensity

b)

Rest

c)

Frequency

d)

Time

11.

How many aerobic endurance sessions a week should you have if you are wanting to improve your aerobic fitness

a)

1-2

b)

2-3

c)

3-4

d)

7

12.
Which of the following best demonstrates the principle of progressive overload?
a)
Ensuring that an athlete's HR is below 70-80% if MHR during each session
b)
Gradually increasing the weight & number of reps for strength training exercises
c)
Participating in a variety of activities to develop a range of muscle groups
d)
Scheduling 1-2 training sessions each week to maximise training benefits
13.
The principle of specificity is best illustrated by:
a)
Lifting heavy weights to increase aerobic performance
b)
Power walking to improve arm strength
c)
Doing push-ups to reduce waistline size
d)
Doing sit-ups to increase abdominal strength
14.

What should all training be followed by?

a)

Rest and Recovery

b)

Rehab and Food

c)

Another training session

d)

Heaps of chocolate as a reward

15.

How does one find their max heart rate?

a)

Resting heart rate multiplied by 2

b)

2020 minus ones age

c)

220 plus ones age

d)

220 minus ones age