Periodisation

Question 1

What is periodisation?

Answer 1

The organised division of training blocks, each with a goal and time-frame

Question 2

What is the aim of periodisation?

Answer 2

The aim of periodisation is to ensure:

1. a performer reaches their physiological peak at the right time
2. they avoid injury and burnout
3. training is structured to give realistic and achievable goals

Question 3

What is a macro-cycle?

Answer 3

It is the long-term training plan over a one-year period

Question 4

What type of goals are set in a macro-cycle?

Answer 4

To achieve a personal best at national championships.

Question 5

What is a meso-cycle?

Answer 5

It is the mid-term training plan over 4- 16 weeks

Question 6

What type of goals are set in the meso-cycle?

Answer 6

To maintain fitness over a transition phase.

Question 7

What is a micro-cycle?

Answer 7

It is the short-term training plan over 1-3 weeks

Question 8

What type of goals are set in the micro-cycle?

Answer 8

Perfecting a sprint start technique