Progress & Periodization Flashcards
What does FITT-VP stand for in fitness?
Frequency, Intensity, Timing, Type, Volume, Periodization
What does FITT-VP help you measure?
How you or your client are progressing
What is the SAID principal in fitness?
It states that the body will adapt to the demands placed upon it. This is true for strength, endurance, and flexibility.
What is Specificity of Training in fitness?
It states that you ought to train the areas you would like to improve
What is progressive overload in fitness?
It is the gradual increase of stress placed on the body during training.
(this can be done by upping the weights, reps, sets, or intensity or reducing the rest)
Why are three reasons variation in training is important in fitness?
The change in workout routines prevents plateaus, reduces risk of injury, and stimulates different muscles for overall fitness.
What is individualization important in fitness?
Because clients have different fitness levels, genetics, goals, lifestyle, experience, etc.
How often should you take a reduction and why?
Every 4-6 weeks, to prepare for the next phase and prevent overtraining
What is overreaching in fitness and when is it best to do?
Overreaching is a short term increase in volume to temporarily overload the body, which can lead to improved performance after a reduction. It is best to do before a recovery phase/reduction.
What is overreaching in fitness and when is it best to do?
Overreaching is a short term increase in volume to temporarily overload the body, which can lead to improved performance after a reduction. It is best to do before a recovery phase/reduction.
