Continuous - Training Method

Question 1

What are the different continuous activities that can be carried out?

Answer 1

• Continuous running
• Continuous swimming
• Continuous cycling
• Continuous rowing

Question 2

What are benefits of continuous run?

Answer 2

• Easy to do (no equipment)
• Ideal for beginners as well (low impact and intensity)

Question 3

What must be included when setting up a continuous run training session?

Answer 3

• Intensity
• Duration

Question 4

What intensity is a Continuous run carried out at?

Answer 4

• 70-85% of Max Heart Rate (aerobic training zone)
• Athletes will generally work at 80% Max HR

Question 5

What is the minimum duration a continuous run has to go for and why?

Answer 5

• Minimum 20 minutes
• Will begin to place a big enough demand on body to promote chronic adaptations and improvement

Question 6

What are ideal durations for a continuous run for a beginner person, athlete and a marathon runner?

Answer 6

• Beginner - 25 minutes
• Athlete - 30-35 minutes
• Marathon runner - about 60 minutes

Must be as sport specific as possible and roughly reflect sport duration

Question 7

How can a continuous run be overloaded?

Answer 7

• Increasing running time
• Increasing intensity (within aerobic training zone)

Question 8

Give an example of a continuous run session:

Answer 8

Exercise: Continuous run
Intenisty: 80% Max Heart Rate
Duration: 30 minutes