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ETM Training Princip
Principles and benefits of training
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Explain the overload principle | In order to make improvements, a body system must work at a level slightly higher than that which it is accustomed. |
| What is the FITT principle? | Overload is achieved through combinations of FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time/Duration and activity Type |
| Explain the progressive principle | to achieve more training gains as the body adapts to the initial overload, training should be progressive... i.e overload should be increased over time |
| Explain the specificity principle | Each sport and activity has its own particular muscular movement and characteristic, and as a result will result in different fitness outcomes. |
| Explain the reversibility principle | Training adaptations will gradually decline if a maintenance programme is not followed. |
| Define individuality within the context of fitness and training | a training programme should be relevant and appropriate for the individual and their specific training requirements |
| Define 'recovery time' | the amount of time required for the body to recover and adapt to the type of training it has experienced. |
| Define 'plateau' | this means that continued adaptations are no longer taking place and therefore in order for adaptations to resume the body needs to experience overload once more using the FITT principles. |
| Define the term 'muscular strength' | muscular strength refers to the maximal tension or force produced by a muscle or muscle group |
| Define the term 'muscular endurance' | the ability of a muscle, or group of muscles, to exert sub-maximal forces agains a resistance over an extended period of time. |
| the formula 'Very high resistance x low repetitions' will increase... | muscular strength |
| the formula 'low to moderate intensity x high repetitions' will increase... | muscular endurance |
| What are the main muscular adaptations to strength training? | Increase in fast twitch muscle fibre motor unit recruitment and hypertrophy of fast twitch muscle fibres |
| What are the main muscular adaptations to endurance training? | increased capillarisation, increased size and number of mitochondria, increased recruitment of slow twitch muscle fibres |
| What causes DOMS? | DOMS describes micro-tears in the tissues with resulting pain, soreness, stiffness and inflammation and is brought about by very high intensity training. |
| How can body weight exercises be adapted for strength and endurance training? | lever length, body position and angle movement |
| What are some of the benefits of muscular strength and endurance training? | weight management, improved posture, reduced risk of CHD, bone thinning, osteoporosis, and falls or injury |
| What are the guidelines for improving muscular strength and endurance? | 2-3 times per week, 1 set of 8-12 reps, 60 minutes, 8-10 exercises |
| What are the characteristics of fast twitch muscle fibres? | List |
| What are the characteristics of slow twitch muscle fibres? | List |
| What is flexibility a measure of? | Flexibility is a measure of the maximum range of movement possible around a joint or joints. |
| What are the two types of stretching? | Maintenance and Developmental, where developmental improve flexibility. |
| To achieve a stretch what type of movement can be used? | 1. Static stretching (which can be active or passive) 2. Dynamic (moving in and out of stretches in a controlled manner) 3. PNF stretching (Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, used in therapy) 4. Ballistic |
| What are some of the benefits associated with flexibility? | Improved posture, sports performance, quality of life, and even stress management. |