Principles of Training Flashcards
SPORFITT
What does SPORFITT stand for?
Specificity, Progression, Overload, Reversibility, Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
What is specificity?
training that must match the needs of the sport and individual
What is progression?
gradually increasing frequency, intensity, or time
What is overload?
applying a greater than normal stress on the body
What is reversibility?
adaptations from training that are lost if training stops
What is frequency?
how often you train
What is intensity?
how hard you train
What is time?
how long you train for
What is type?
which methods of training you use
Which principle of training involves frequency, time and intensity?
progression
Give an example of frequency
3 times per week
What is the benefits of progressive overload?
reduced risk of injury
