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The 5 principles of exercise and fitness training

Definition

1) Progressive overload 2) Specificity 3) Reversibility 4) Variety 5) Individuality

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Principle 01: Progressive overload

Definition

- The process of exercise sessions being more challenging over time so the body is forced to adapt and improve - Too much load, too quick = risk of tissue damage & injury => overload should be calculated so body is forced to adapt but not get injured : Increase of 5% per week - Factors effecting overload : Repetitions, sets, resistance, range of movement, rest, rate/speed, complexity

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Principle 02: Specificity

Definition

The nature of adaptations that follow application of overload Principle of specificity : S = specific A = adaptions to I = imposed D = demands