Soc 5-Principles Of Training Flashcards
Progressive overload
To gradually increase the amount of overload so that fitness gains occur,but without the risk of injury.
Specificity
Matching training to the requirements of an activity
What does SPIF stand for?
Specificity, Progressive overload, individual needs, FITT
Individual needs
When planning a PEP the needs of the athlete must come first, using another persons programme would not work as they will have different starting points and needs.
FITT
The FITT principle enables you to plan an exercise programme to get the most out of it as safely as possible.
Frequency
How often you train
Intensity
How hard you train
Type
The method of training to achieve particular goals
Time
How long each training session must last in order to be of any benefit and to achieve improvement.