1. Lifestyle Factors that affect
BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Sport
Unit 1: Fitness Testing and Training
Lifestyle Factors that affect
Sports Training
and Performance

2. Lifestyle Factors that affect Sports Training and Performance
On your OWN, what factors you think affect sports training and performance.
Complete the table below:-
Factors
Effect on sports training
Employment, part time work
Not enough time to train
Increase levels of stress

3. Lifestyle Factors that affect
DIET
STRESS
DRUGS
SPORTS
PARTICIPATION
CULTURE
DEMANDS OF
WORK
Lifestyle Factors that affect
Sports Training
and Performance
ALCOHOL
SLEEP
SMOKING
GENDER
MEDICAL HISTORY

4. STRESS
May occur if the performer thinks that they can’t meet the demands of the activity
Can be both positive or negative. Positive can help the performer do well whereas negative stress can cause them to under perform.
Example a gymnast maybe worried about performing in front of a large audience therefore experiences negative stress – Anxiety
A gymnast who enjoys the feelings created when performing a complex vault experiences – Eustress
When stress occurs the body releases adrenalin and this gives the body an energy boost.
Too much adrenalin can cause the hands to shake and lack of control
Example a footballer can mistime a tackle.

5. DIET Eating well improves sports performance.
Eating well is specific to you as not all diets suit everyone.
Your diet must meet the demands of the sport.
Example Distant runners need to consume large amounts of carbohydrates as these contain lots of energy. Athletes that need strength, like rugby players will eat more protein to help build muscle.
Reduces the risk of obesity, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
A balanced diet must consist of:
Carbohydrates Fats Proteins Fibre Minerals Water Vitamins
It is important that performers eat the right foods, at the rights times and in the right quantities.

6. ALCOHOL AND SMOKING ALCOHOL SMOKING
Slows down reaction time Lungs work less effectively
Affects the bodies ability to turn Tobacco produces carbon
food into energy monoxide which prevents
Slows down your brain the blood from picking up
processing Information oxygen
Affects your balance and Chemicals affect your blood
Coordination and accuracy circulation
Can cause dehydration Less energy as blood vessels become smaller so carry less oxygen

7. SLEEP
Too much or too little can cause a decline in the performance of the brain.
Can affect concentration, flexibility, decision making and information processing.
Should have at least 8 hours sleep each night.
It is important for the body to rest and recuperate.
Sleep stimulates the realise of growth hormones, this helps cell growth.
Sleep deprivation can lead to stress therefore effects performance and tissue repair and growth.

8. DRUGS
All drugs have side effects and can reduce fitness levels and be harmful to health.
Sports performers and athletes regularly undergo testing for illegal substances.
The National Governing Body of sport and UK Sport are responsible for making decisions about who gets tested and when.
Drug abuse can lead to death.
Some medicines are banned in some sports but not in others. Athletes need to be careful what they take as cold and flu remedies for some sports are banned.
Depending on their sport athletes who suffer from asthma or diabetes will need permission to take their medicine to ensure they are not breaking any rules.

9. DRUGS Drugs can be classified into three groups:- Socially acceptable:
Socially unacceptable:
Performance enhancing:
Use your time now to research the different types of drugs that fit into the 3 different groups above.

10. DRUGS Drugs can be classified into three groups:-
Socially acceptable: cigarettes and alcohol
Socially unacceptable: cannabis, ecstasy
Performance enhancing: anabolic steroids, stimulants and narcotic analgesics
Drug
Effect
Example of abuse
Side effects
Anabolic steroids
Increase power by building up muscle. Increases aggression and competitiveness. Increase training time. Helps repair the body after training
Power events
Weigh lifting Sprinting events
Liver disease, Infertility
Skin disorders
Forms of cancer
Fluid retention
Beta Blockers
Steady nerves and improves fine motor control
Shooting
Darts
Snooker
Tiredness, lethargy
Breathing difficulties
Low blood pressure
Diuretics
Reduces body weight
Horse racing
Boxing
Dehydration, muscle cramps,
kidney failure
Stimulants
Improves endurance. Makes the performer more physically alert. Reduces fatigue
Endurance based sports
Increased blood pressure,
anxiety, shaking, sweating.
Paranoia, restlessness.
Heart palpitations

11. TASK
REMEMBER!!!
For this assignment you have already chosen a sport (Gaelic, Soccer, Boxing, Rugby, etc)
Produce a PowerPoint Presentation and describe 4 different lifestyle factors that can have a negative affect on sports training and performance.
Also suggest ways of enhancing your performance through lifestyle changes.