Biophysical: Types of Training

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Plyometric Training:

- Training that is designed to increase an athlete's explosive power

- Useful for athletes trying to increase their vertical jump or running explosiveness and speed

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Interval Training:

- Training that involves bursts of high-intensity work interspersed with periods of low-intensity work or rest

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Continuous Training:

- Involved working for a sustained period of time without rest in order to improve cardiovascular fitness

- Rests are not allowed! You must exercise at a constant rate within your aerobic training zone (60-80% max heart rate)

- Training should last at least 20 minutes and can last up to 2+ hours!

Advantages:

- Needs only a small amount of easy-to-use, accessible equipment

- Good for aerobic fitness

- Good for losing weight

Disadvantages:

- Can be boring

- Doesn't improve anaerobic fitness, so not as useful for team games or activities that require quick bursts of speed (e.g. sprinting)