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Muscular Strength
Enhances the ability to exert force. Incorporate through resistance training, such as weightlifting, at least twice a week, focusing on all major muscle groups.
Muscular Endurance
Allows muscles to perform repeated contractions over time. Train by doing multiple sets of exercises, like push-ups or planks, with minimal rest between sets.
Cardiovascular Endurance
Improves heart and lung function, and increases stamina. Implement by engaging in activities like running, cycling, or swimming for at least 150 minutes per week at moderate intensity.
Flexibility
Improves joint range of motion. Add flexibility training daily with activities such as stretching, yoga, or Pilates.
Power Training
Increases the ability to exert maximum force quickly. Engage in plyometric exercises like jump squats and box jumps, as well as Olympic lifting.
Speed Training
Enhances the ability to move quickly. Incorporate through sprinting drills and exercises that focus on explosive power, like jump squats or box drills.
Agility Training
Improves your ability to change direction quickly. Practice with drills such as ladder runs or cone drills that require quick changes in direction.
Balance Training
Helps prevent falls and maintains mobility. Implement with exercises like standing on one foot, Tai Chi, or using balance boards, gradually increasing difficulty.
Cool Down
Aids in recovery by gradually lowering the heart rate and stretching muscles post-exercise. Implement by performing low-intensity exercises like walking or static stretching after workouts.
Body Composition
Refers to the ratio of fat to lean tissue in the body. Achieve a healthier composition through a combination of diet, cardiovascular exercise, and strength training.
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