Fartlek Training 

Definition​(Nut):
● Fartlek is different from Fart Leg(lel xddd).
○ Fartlek is a swedish term that mean, “speedy play”
● Fartlek is a form of speed training.
○ Fartlek running is when you run switching between 2 or more speed in an interval
during your run.
○ So Fartlek training is when you switch between 2 or more types of training with no
rest

Components of fitness developed​ (Pooh)

Fartlek (speed play) training develops a range of components and is used by games players
● A continuous form of training.
● Changes in speed, incline and terrain are used to provide changes in exercise intensity.
● Aerobic​ and ​anaerobic​ work can be done in the quantities that suit the performer.
● Disadvantage - some urban areas have little variety of incline and terrain.

Examples of the methods​(Preaw):

- Give me five: From zero to five minutes, run at a comfortable, normal pace. At the
five-minute mark, increase your speed for one minute. Drop back to normal speed until the
10-minute mark. Do this on the 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, etc.
- Long Distance Events (10k, 5k, 3k, Cycling)
● Warm up with a steady jog for 10 minutes
● Run hard, above race pace for 4-5 minutes
● Jog slowly for 1 minute
● Repeat 6-8 times
● Cool down at a steady pace for 10 minutes

Reasons why to use this method of training?​ (Ford)

Fartlek training method trains cardio muscular system. Which means it will improve your endurance.
It may be used for runners that require endurance; such as, marathon runner, football player, etc.
Which sports or athletes would use this method (​Belle)

Athletes that uses this method are mostly runners. This training method allows athletes to
prepare themselves to run at different intensity levels over any distances that they want.