NAFC Program Design and Periodization

Question 1

What does the principle of 'progressive overload' require?

Accepted Answer

Gradually increasing training stress to continue adaptation

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Keeping training variables constant over time

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Performing maximum effort every session

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Reducing rest periods indefinitely

Question 2

What is the primary goal of the 'stabilization endurance' phase in NAFC program design?

Accepted Answer

Developing postural control, joint stability, and neuromuscular efficiency

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Maximum strength development

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Hypertrophy and muscle size gains

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Maximizing power output

Question 3

Which training variable refers to the number of repetitions completed per set?

Accepted Answer

Repetition range

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Volume

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Intensity

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Repetition tempo

Question 4

How is training intensity typically expressed in resistance training?

Accepted Answer

Percentage of one-repetition maximum (%1RM)

Answer

Total workout duration

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Number of exercises per session

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Weekly training frequency

Question 5

What is 'periodization' in the context of fitness program design?

Accepted Answer

Systematically varying training variables over time to optimize performance and prevent overtraining

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Scheduling rest days between workouts

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Performing different exercises every session randomly

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Increasing training volume every week indefinitely

Question 6

Which rep range is most associated with muscular hypertrophy training?

Accepted Answer

6–12 reps

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1–3 reps

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15–20 reps

Answer

25–30 reps