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Conditioning

Training that develops the ability to perform and recover from repeated physical work.

Also known as: work capacity

Training that develops the ability to perform and recover from repeated physical work.

Why Conditioning matters

Good conditioning can improve sport performance, session quality and everyday capacity.

A practical example

Using intervals, carries or steady cardio according to the specific demand being trained.

Common mistake

Making every conditioning session maximally exhausting without a clear progression.

Keep the context in mind.

Training and nutrition terms describe general principles. The right exercise, intensity or food target still depends on your experience, health, goals and schedule.

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CConcentricThe phase of a repetition in which the working muscle shortens while producing force. OOne-repetition maximumThe greatest load a person can lift once through the required range of motion with an accepted technique. GGym ratInformal language for someone who spends a great deal of time training or strongly identifies with gym culture. RRPERating of perceived exertion is a scale used to describe how difficult an effort feels; in lifting it is often linked to repetitions in reserve.
CTraining

Conditioning

Training that develops the ability to perform and recover from repeated physical work.

Also known as: work capacity

Training that develops the ability to perform and recover from repeated physical work.

Why Conditioning matters

Good conditioning can improve sport performance, session quality and everyday capacity.

A practical example

Using intervals, carries or steady cardio according to the specific demand being trained.

Common mistake

Making every conditioning session maximally exhausting without a clear progression.

Keep the context in mind.

Training and nutrition terms describe general principles. The right exercise, intensity or food target still depends on your experience, health, goals and schedule.

Personalised coaching

Apply the principle to your own training.

A definition is useful, but your programme still needs to match your experience, schedule, recovery and goals.

Start a conversation

Keep exploring

View A–Z glossary →
GGainsInformal gym language for improvements such as increased strength, muscle, fitness or skill. IIsometric exerciseAn exercise or muscle action that produces force without visible movement at the working joint. HHIITHigh-intensity interval training alternates short hard efforts with recovery periods. AAnaerobic thresholdAn exercise intensity above which lactate and breathing rise rapidly because the effort is becoming difficult to sustain.

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