Optimising Training Effectiveness (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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What does the specificity principle of training involve?
What does the specificity principle of training involve?
Tailoring training to specific sport/goals
Which training focus best demonstrates the specificity principle for a sprinter?
Which training focus best demonstrates the specificity principle for a sprinter?
Speed drills
What does the progression principle require?
What does the progression principle require?
Gradual increase in intensity/duration
What does the overload principle mean?
What does the overload principle mean?
Challenging body beyond current levels
What happens to fitness improvements if training stops?
What happens to fitness improvements if training stops?
They can be lost
Why should training methods be varied according to the tedium principle?
Why should training methods be varied according to the tedium principle?
To avoid boredom and maintain motivation
What does the 'M' in SMART goals stand for?
What does the 'M' in SMART goals stand for?
Measurable
Which is an example of a SMART goal?
Which is an example of a SMART goal?
Improve 5k time by 2 mins in 3 months
What is the purpose of fitness testing?
What is the purpose of fitness testing?
Regular assessments to monitor progress
Which test is given as an example of fitness testing?
Which test is given as an example of fitness testing?
VO2 max test
What should be recorded in a training diary?
What should be recorded in a training diary?
Sessions, intensity and progress
How does a training diary help optimise training?
How does a training diary help optimise training?
Tracks improvements and adjusts plans