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Some studies measure exercise intensity by having subjects perform exercise trials to determine peak power output, [4] which may be measured in watts, heart rate, or average cadence (cycling). This approach attempts to gauge overall workload. An informal method to determine optimal exercise intensity is the talk test.
The lactate threshold is a useful measure for deciding exercise intensity for training and racing in endurance sports (e.g., long distance running, cycling, rowing, long distance swimming and cross country skiing), but varies between individuals and can be increased with training.
Peak power output (PPO), also known as "peak work rate" is a common measure of exercise intensity.For example, researchers may ask subjects to complete an incremental exercise test where VO 2 max is measured while the person cycles at increasingly difficult power generation levels as measured by a cycle ergometer.
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a training protocol alternating short periods of intense or explosive anaerobic exercise with brief recovery periods until the point of exhaustion. [1] HIIT involves exercises performed in repeated quick bursts at maximum or near maximal effort with periods of rest or low activity between bouts.
As the below examples illustrate, exercise intensity is measured in different ways and is defined inconsistently across studies. Forms of continuous exercise may be performed at multiple intensities for different health benefits; for example, long slow distance training can be performed at low or moderate intensities.
Moderate exercise before BIA measurements lead to an overestimation of fat-free mass and an underestimation of body fat percentage due to reduced impedance. [6] For example, moderate intensity exercise for 90–120 minutes before BIA measurements causes nearly a 12 kg overestimation of fat-free mass, i.e. body fat is significantly ...
Office worker getting little or no exercise: 1.40-1.69 Moderately active: Construction worker or person running one hour daily: 1.70-1.99 Vigorously active: Agricultural worker (non mechanized) or person swimming two hours daily: 2.00-2.40 Extremely active: Competitive cyclist >2.40
Form of exercise: Method: Goal: Intensity: Scope: Recovery and compensation exercise: Extensive-duration method: supporting recovery: lactate values below aerobic threshold: no long or too extensive sessions Extensive basic endurance exercise: Extensive duration and interval technique, driving game: health aspects, fortification of endurance ...