Overview

Throughout this module we will look at the processes that are involved in designing structured training plans for athletes (e.g., needs analysis, periodisation, monitoring), together with how these training plans may differ from sport to sport (e.g., strength and power sports, team sports, aerobic sports). We will specifically look at how to use data from various sports alongside data from our athlete(s) to devise individually focused, and scientifically structured, training plans. We will then examine how training and recovery strategies can be inserted into these structured training plans to ensure that our athlete(s) achieve their maximum potential.

This module will prepare you with the key theoretical processes involved in developing periodised training programs and adopting evidence-based athlete monitoring systems.

Topics may include:

• Athlete and sport needs analysis
• Models of periodisation
• Athlete monitoring during the training process
• Training for strength and power sport
• Training for team sports
• Training for endurance sports
• Recovery strategies

Learning Outcomes

• Critically evaluate, transfer and apply knowledge of specific testing, training and monitoring strategies required to develop a periodised training plan - with appropriate scientific support and justification

• Critically evaluate, transfer and apply knowledge of the processes involved in performing a needs analysis, in developing a periodised training plan - with appropriate scientific support and justification.