Quick questions on Training methods in QCE Physical Education Unit 4

These methods develop the aerobic energy system and aerobic capacity.

These methods develop the anaerobic systems and the components that depend on them.

These methods develop muscular strength, power, and muscular endurance, depending on prescription.

Plyometric training uses the stretch-shortening cycle to develop power. The muscle is rapidly lengthened (an eccentric contraction) and then immediately shortened (a concentric contraction), producing a more forceful concentric effort than the same muscle could produce from rest.

Circuit training rotates through a sequence of stations with limited rest between stations. The mix of stations sets the training effect. A strength-focused circuit develops muscular endurance and some strength. A high-intensity circuit (sometimes called HIIT in fitness settings) develops both aerobic and anaerobic capacity.

The selection rule is to start from the activity's demands and then pick methods that develop the systems and components those demands require.

"Do some intervals" is not training. State duration, intensity, work-rest ratio, and the number of efforts or sets.

Plyometric training places high load on connective tissue. Athletes need a strength base first, and prescription should progress cautiously.

Identify two appropriate training methods for developing the ATP-PC system, and give a typical prescription for each. [4 marks]

Explain how a coach uses continuous training and aerobic intervals at different points in an aerobic athlete's program, and justify the sequencing. [5 marks]

For a sport of your choice, recommend a power-training method, describe the prescription, and justify the choice with reference to specificity. [5 marks]