Soc 5 'Principles Of Training' Flashcards
1
Q
What does SPIF stand for?
A
Specificity, Progressive overload, Individual needs, FITT
2
Q
What does FITT stand for?
A
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
3
Q
Definition of Specificity
A
Matching the training to the requirements of the activity
4
Q
Definition of Progressive Overload
A
When an athlete trains more than they usually do (only way to improve their fitness) This allows them to stay safe.
5
Q
Definition of Individual needs
A
Matching training to the requirement of an individual
6
Q
Definition of Frequency
A
How often you train (it overlaps with rest and recovery).
7
Q
Definition of Intensity
A
How hard someone is training
8
Q
Definition of Time
A
How long you are training for
9
Q
Definition of Type
A
The type of training you would be doing (this overlaps with the principle of specificity).
