Gym Trainer Gym Training Principles 2

Question 1

The principle of progressive overload requires that you do what over time?

Accepted Answer

Gradually increase training stress on the body

Answer

Progressive overload means gradually increasing demands like load, reps, or volume to drive continued adaptation.

Question 2

The SAID principle stands for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands

Answer

SAID means the body adapts specifically to the type of demand placed on it.

Question 3

Which principle explains why training benefits are lost when a client stops exercising?

Accepted Answer

Reversibility

Answer

The reversibility principle (use it or lose it) means adaptations decline once training stops.

Question 4

The principle of individuality means that:

Accepted Answer

Each client responds differently to the same program

Answer

Individuality recognizes that genetics, age, and experience cause people to adapt at different rates.

Question 5

Periodization in training primarily refers to:

Accepted Answer

Planned variation of training variables over time

Answer

Periodization is the systematic planning of intensity, volume, and exercise selection across cycles.

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