AfterShok Fitness Terms
Specific Goals must
be Specific (ie weight loss, to be faster, quicker, jump higher)
Measurable Training
targets should be measurable. (Have a number in mind)
A Adjustable Goals
should be adjustable (adapt the program to suit needs)
R Realistic Goals
must be realistic
T Targets Training
targets should be time based - give yourself time targets
E Exciting Goals
should be challenging and exciting
R Recorded Goals
should be recorded.
AfterShok Dictionary
Static Stretching - stretch is held
for a period of time at a point of mil tension. If a partner or another group
of muscles assists this is called "active stretch".
Dynamic Stretching - stretch refers to stretching
in motion where an agonist muscle is contracted to stretch an antagonist muscle.
This is carried out in a controlled manner in order to minimize the risk of
injury.
Ballistic Stretching -
bouncing movements caused by momentum or gravity. This type of stretching is
usually carried out only by athletes who are familiar with this type of stretching
as there is little control of the movement.
Speed - is the ability to move quickly from one point to another and can be
improved through muscle coordination.
Power - is a combination of strength and speed and can be developed through
plyometric and assistance training.
Agility - is the ability to change direction with speed.
Balance - is the ability to maintain equilibrium
at all times. Proprioceptors in the body give information to the brain.
Coordination - is the ability to move the limbs precisely
in particular direction.
Motivation - derived from the Latin word "move" and can be defined as "the
internal mechanism and the external stimuli that arouse and direct our behaviour.
Core - the center of the universe - your mid section,
lower abs and lower back.
Flexibility - is the ability to move a joint through
its complete range of motion.
Gait Cycle - the process of walking and running.