Process of replicating the characteristics of physical activity in training to ensure it benefits performance.

To correctly apply the training principle of frequency, how many times (minimum) would you need to train per week to see improvement?

Providing different activities, formats and drills in training, while still addressing the aims of the training program.

Can refer to: the length of the training session, the length of the training program and the length of a bout of exercise.

A planned increase in training stimulus to cause a positive chronic adaptation.

Suggests the rate of fitness gains diminishes over time as individuals approach their genetic potential.

Fitness gains can be maintained by:

Suggests that everyone responds differently to training.

Refers to an athlete’s loss of fitness when they have a reduction in their training; or they cease training.

Refers to the training methods and type of exercises that are included in a training program

Characterised by cumulative exhaustion that persists even after recovery periods