Question

Select the correct answer.

Which of the following is a way to use the overload principle of exercise?
A.
Decrease speed over time.
B.
Decrease the amount of resistance over time.
C.
Increase the amount of time.
D.
None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: Increase the length of the run

Explanation: The exercise science principle of overload states that a greater than normal stress or load on the body is required for training adaptation to take place. What this means is that in order to improve our fitness, strength or endurance, we need to increase the workload accordingly