resistance training

Resistance Training

Benefits of Resistance Training

Principles of Training Overload Progression Specificity Regularity

Define these terms Concentric Eccentric Isotonic Isometric Isokinetic

Resistance Training Types Isometrics Dynamic constant external resistance

Nee – isotonic Constant vs. variable resistance

Isokinetics Plyometrics

Modes of Resistance Training Any mode can result in improvements

in muscular strength and endurance Major modes

Free weights Body weight exercises – calisthenics Stability balls Bands and tubing

Machines vs. free weights

Resistance Training Systems

Superset/Compound Set Pyramid Split Routine Circuit/Supercircuit

Choice of Exercise Single and multi-joint Open and closed kinetic chain http://www.exrx.net/

Exercise Order Large to small; multi to single

Resistance Used Goals, health status

Volume Training status

Rest Interval Progression

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