Training Flashcards
What are the principles of training?
Specificity
Progressive Overload
Individual needs
FITT(Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type)
What is the definition of Specififity
The particular requirements of an activity
What is the definition of progressive overload?
Gradually increasing the amount of overload so as to gain fitness without the risk of injury.
What is the definition of individual needs?
Matching training to the requirements of an individual.
What does FITT stand for?
Frequency
Intensity
Time
Type
What are the training requirements?
Rest Recovery Adaptation Overtraining Reversibility
What are training thresholds?
Thresholds set levels for people to train at that are effective but also safe and have a less risk of injury. 60-80%
What are the methods of training?
Continuous Fartlek Circuit Interval Plyometrics Weight/Resistance
What does SMART stand for?
Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time-Bound
What are a couple of the long term effects of exercise?
Muscular hypotrophy
Increased strength of ligaments and tendons
The size and strength of your heart.