HMS, TIP EQ-Bank 330 MC

During the in-season phase, how do training volume and intensity typically change compared to pre-season training?

Both volume and intensity remain constant throughout the competitive period
Volume increases significantly whilst intensity decreases to prevent overtraining
Volume decreases whilst intensity increases to match competitive demands
Both volume and intensity decrease to allow for recovery between competitions

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\(C\)

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C is correct: During in-season, a general increase in intensity is matched by a corresponding decrease in volume with less time spent on continuous repetitive work.

Other options:

A is incorrect: Training characteristics change significantly from pre-season to in-season rather than remaining constant.
B is incorrect: Volume increases would contradict the need to balance training with competition recovery demands.
D is incorrect: While volume decreases, intensity actually increases rather than decreases during competitive periods.