Question

21. Programming tempo runs for a client who wishes to compete in a race represents which training principle?

Answer 1

Progressive overload is the training principle that is involved here. This training principle is a technique where stress is gradually put to the muscle to achieve the task. Tempo runs, hill workouts, etc which has intervals impeded in them are very good examples of progressive overload technique. 4 major points which will help a runner in a race with this technique include adding duration to run, adding intensity with intervals gradually, scheduling recovery periods and finally strengthening training process.