This is the third of several articles that examine the various stages of the LTAD model. The Train to Train stage was covered in a previous article. As athletes become proficient at the Train to Compete stage of the LTAD model several substantive changes are taking place in their development. Training time increases and athletes are involved in year-round situations and competing in higher level contests near or at the national level. The focus of training is on the highest level of participation available, usually international competition, and all training elements lead in that direction.
LTAD: Training to compete
LTAD: Training to compete
LTAD: Training to compete
This is the third of several articles that examine the various stages of the LTAD model. The Train to Train stage was covered in a previous article. As athletes become proficient at the Train to Compete stage of the LTAD model several substantive changes are taking place in their development. Training time increases and athletes are involved in year-round situations and competing in higher level contests near or at the national level. The focus of training is on the highest level of participation available, usually international competition, and all training elements lead in that direction.