Speed
The rate at which a person can move all or part of the body.
Power
The ability to apply strength quickly; force x speed.
Reaction time
The time taken to respond to a stimulus.
Weight training
Training that uses resistance to improve strength, power, or muscular endurance.
Continuous training
Steady exercise performed without rest for an extended period.
Fartlek training
Training involving varied pace and intensity, often mixing walking, jogging, sprinting, and terrain.
Interval training
Training that alternates work periods with rest or recovery periods.
High intensity training / HIT
Training performed at very high intensity, usually close to maximum effort, with short recovery.
Plyometrics
Explosive exercises using a stretch-shortening cycle to improve power. Example: depth jumps.
Circuit training
A series of exercise stations completed in sequence.
Mobility training
Training designed to improve range of motion and control around joints.
Flexibility training
Training designed to increase the range of movement at a joint.
Environmental training
Training in specific environmental conditions to improve performance or adaptation. Example: altitude or heat training.
Periodisation
The structured planning of training into phases to peak at the right time and avoid overtraining.
Goal setting
The process of identifying specific targets to guide motivation and performance improvement.
