Talk Test – A free and easy way to assess the intensity during training
You’ve heard the concept of cardio training. You decided to try to run, swim, ride your bike… without any assisting devices. However, you would like to know the abilities you have enhanced when practicing and how will that help you in your life. If you…
Functional Movement Screen (FMS) – and what do research say?
Do you know how many results do you get when you type „Functional Movement Screen“ at Google search engine? 443,000! That demonstrates the popularity of battery tests that are now being used worldwide. Despite that, not everyone shares the same enthusiasm. According to Cook: “FMS…
What is my fat mass percentage?
Each person that invests certain amount of time in training probably asked himself “what is my fat mass percentage?”. So far, I have participated in numerous measurements of body composition with both professional and recreational athletes and interestingly every participant is always excited about seeing…
How to measure strength?
In previous blogs we emphasized the importance of conducting diagnostic procedures before the start of the training program. With knowledge about the state of the person in different abilities and characteristics we can very efficiently determine the loads and guidelines for quality development. Accordingly, the…
How to construct cardio training?
Many people are not fond of cardio and they often avoid it. Yet, cardio should be a component of every health-oriented program. Cardio training gives us a whole range of health benefits: Increases calorie consumption Increases the consumption of oxygen mobilizes fatty acids Most people…