A.1.1: Distinguish between training, overtraining and overreaching. Answer -
Training is performing exercise in an organized manner on a regular basis with a
specific goal in mind (cross reference with 6.2). Overtraining is when an athlete
attempts to do more training than he or she is able to physically and/or
mentally tolerate.
Overtraining results in a number of symptoms that are highly individualized.
Overreaching is transient over-training.
A.1.2: Describe various methods of training. Answer - Strength and resistance
training
Circuit training
Continuous training
Cross-training
Flexibility training
Interval training
Fartlek training
Plyometric Training
A.1.3: Define and Discuss possible indicators of overtraining. Answer -
Overtraining: when an athlete attempts to do more training than they are
physically or mentally capable of tolerating
• Resting heart rate increases
• Chronic muscle soreness is developed
, • Reduced immune function and frequent upper-respiratory tract infections
(coughs and colds)
• Sleep disturbance
• Fatigue
• Decreased appetite
• Sudden and unexplained decrease in performance
• Increased oxygen consumption
• Increased lactate levels at fixed workload
A.1.4: Discuss how periodization should be organized to optimize performance
and avoid overtraining and injury. Answer - Periodisation is the organization of
training throughout a season so that an optimal physiological and psychological
peak can be reached. In its simplest form periodization consists of 3 stages:
•Resting Phase or Transition (Post season)
•Pre-season (1) Preparation and (2) Pre competition
•Competitive Season
Micro cycle: Days
Meso cycle: Weeks, Months
Macro cycle: 6-8 month span, Year span
How one organizes training over a time frame of a year in order to reach peak
at the desired time during the most important competition of their season.
A.2.1: Explain the relationship between cellular metabolism and the production
of heat in the human body. (long AF) Answer - The production of heat in the
human body
• All energy originates from the sun as light energy
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