Considerations of Training Load

Athletics Coaching AI

This episode discusses a document from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) provides guidance on the principles of training load and its impact on performance, especially when athletes are returning to training after a period of unloading (a reduction in training load). It emphasises the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to training planning and includes key considerations such as the athlete's training history, current health, and mental state. The document also stresses the need to understand both external and internal training load and to monitor the athlete's response to training. By considering these factors, coaches and sports science staff can create training programmes that maximise performance while minimising the risk of injury or illness.
Source

• Training Load in Relation to Loading and Unloading Phases of Training