Which of the following is a disadvantage of fartlek training?

• A. It Requires Expensive Equipment
• B. It Can Become Repetitive
• C. It Cannot Be Performed Outdoors
• D. It Cannot Improve Endurance

Answer: (B)

Fartlek training is about mixing speeds and terrains in a single, flexible session, usually outdoors. This variety is its strength for building endurance because it challenges the body at different intensities and helps the heart adapt to changing demands, with no need for special equipment.

The disadvantage is that it can become repetitive if the same route, the same hard-interval lengths, or a predictable pattern is used repeatedly. That repetition can sap motivation and make the training stimulus less effective over time, leading to slower progress. To keep it beneficial, vary routes, surfaces, and the length and intensity of the faster efforts.