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