Training thresholds????? (1 Viewer)

[chris42]

hey,

i can't seem to find a decent definition of training thresholds any one got a good one from their teachers or otherwise ?

thanx

 

[stylar]

Thresholds generally refer to a specific point, when passed, result in gains being made.

 

[chris42]

Thanks, and then you've got your different type of thresholds which are Aerobic and anerobic

 

[Skunkylicious]

- It is the minimum amount of exercise required to produce and improvement in your fitness
and use a diagram to explain it- that always helps

 

[chris42]

yup, good thing is you've got lots of space to use in those last option topic questions where this normally comes up.

 

[waltzing amanda]

the aerobic threshold refers to the threshold at which exercise can be maintained while using the aerobic system and resisting the use of the anaerobic system

the anaerobic threshold is the level of intensity which is close to the bodys maximum ability to use sufficient oxygen

to develop aerobic itness, you should exercise above the aerobic threshold but below anaerobic threshold (aerobic zone)

hope that helps

 

[chris42]

thanks amanda,

 

[FASN8U]

The Aerobic threshold can usually be referred to as the level at which the body can train continuously, as the amount of lactic acid build-up is sustained by the amount of oxygen that we breathe in, the LA is broken down by the oxygen. This threshold is usually at around 70% of THR.

The anaerobic threshold is the level at which our body trains to a near maximum level. This level of intensity can usually only be sustained for a few minutes as there is insufficient amounts of oxygen being breathed in and so LA builds up 2 quickly! This level is usually at around 85% of THR.

Mate just remember that the target training zone for aerobic performance is between 70-85% because from 70% onwards training for usually 30mins+ will produce positive adaptations in cardiovascular fitness, and below 85% will prevent LA build-up occurring 2 quick.

Training at the aerobic threshold for 30mins+ will produce an improvement in CV Fitness (In a training program of course).
Training at the anaerobic threshold (85%+) will improve the body's capacity to sustain LA build-up and so improve performance.

Best of luck everyone, just think of skoolies!!!!!