Kinesiology
Read the attached article on training and periodization for the triathlon: TriathlonPeriodization.pdf
1. Explain how the the principles of exercise training are applied when preparing for a triathlon (Ex: individuality, specificity, reversibility, progressive overload, variation/periodization, overtraining, tapering).
2. Which of these principles may pose a problem for triathletes and which principles might naturally complement the triathlete? Explain your reasoning.
Read the attached articles on the health benefits of various forms of exercise:
3. Should one form of exercise (resistance/aerobic) be favored for the general, adult population for the goal of improving health and protection against disease? Explain your answer.
- Due Thursday (11:59pm)
- Minimum 300 words
- Rely on peer-reviewed reading (text/research) as primary source of evidence