The last entry reviewed the laws of strength training as explained by one of my favorite fitness experts, Tudor Bompa. Bompa also advised on a few more principals of strength training that are very helpful.These are important guidelines to consider when beginning any strength training program.
Principle One: Vary your training
Any fitness program requires hours and hours of dedication. It is to slip into the same routine. Not only does monotony cause you to lose motivation, but it can also stymie your progress.
The best medicine for this is variety.
Choose different exercise for each body part instead of sticking to your favorites. This will be good for both your body and mind.
Vary the speed of contraction between slow, medium and fast.
Switch between free weights, machine weights and ioskinetics.
Principle Two: Observe individual differences
No two people are the same. This applies also to their fitness plans. Everyone has different genes and athletic backgrounds. Make sure to consider this, along with your body type, when making your fitness goals. Remember that advice from a seasoned athlete or someone of a different body type, though well-intentioned, may not be useful. If you have difficulty identifying your unique situation, seek the help of a fitness professional who is more familiar with these differences.
Principle Three: Employ step-type loading
According to Greek mythology, Milo of Croton, in his decision to become the strongest man in the world, began lifting a calf every day. As the calf grew, so did Milo’s strength. This could be recognized as “step-loading.”
A key to increasing strength though is to also follow increased training load with a period of “unloading” so that the body can adapt to the new, more intense stressors but regenerate itself.
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