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principles of training - Coggle Diagram
principles of training
FITT
frequency
how often you train over a set period of time
intensity
how hard you work during a training session
time
how long you train for and duration of workout
type
selecting the right method of training to achieve fitness goals
principles of training
speceficity
make sure appropriate muscles are being targeted to achieve goals you want
progresion
increasing effort gradually so body adjusts to the overload slowly
overload
where you increase capacity on body so body adapts to overload and improves
reversaility
after you stop training body has a reduce in fitness levels as they can reverse quickly
tedium
incorporating a variety of exercises to avoid boredom and keep workouts interesting
factors that affect ability to train
heart and lung size
age
gender
current fitness levels
health and medical history
muscle fibres characteristics
recovery time
how long it takes for the body to recover
reduces strain on body
reduce risk of injury or illness
adaptability
needs to be flexible
stops boredom and loss of interest
ensures meets the needs of the person