Question

Describe fartlek Training Method?

Answer 1

It is another method to develop the endurance ability. This method was developed by swedish coach “Gosta Holmer” in 1930, so it is also known as “Swedish play” or “Speed play” (changes her/ her pace. Himself/ herself according to surrounding (hills, river, forest, mud etc.) This method helps in development of strength and endurance of the sports person. Athlete changes his / her speed according. So it is self-disciplined in nature. The heart rate fluctuate between 140 - 180 beats/ minute/ Fartlek training involves verying our pace throughout our run. Alternating between fast and slow pace. “Fixed distance in fixed time by variable of movement/ pattern/ place of running”.

Answer 2

Fartlek training means speed play

1. It is a training of athletes as to perform on natural surroundings.

2. It is endurance training consists of many repetitions. The Fartlek route

is generally free from polluted areas.

3 No coach supervision is required.

4 Mass participation if possible.

5 The athlete can change pace from high running to jogging.

6 Fartlek training is normally performed in country side.

Every athlete is free to run at whatever speed he prefers.