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The Glossary for Fitness and Health
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Periodisation
Deutsch: Periodisierung / Español: Periodización / Português: Periodização / Français: Périodisation / Italiano: Periodizzazione
Periodisation in the Fitness context refers to a systematic approach to planning and organising Training into specific phases or cycles. Each phase is designed to target specific fitness goals, optimise Performance, and prevent overtraining by varying Intensity, Volume, and Exercise Focus over time.
P90X
Deutsch: P90X / Español: P90X / Português: P90X / Français: P90X / Italiano: P90X
P90X (Power 90 Extreme) is an intensive home Fitness Program developed by personal trainer Tony Horton and released by Beachbody. It is designed to transform Physical Fitness through a 90-day Regimen of diverse, high-Intensity workouts, combining Strength training, cardio, Yoga, and Flexibility. P90X is particularly known for its use of "Muscle confusion," a Training principle that frequently changes exercises to avoid plateaus and maximise results.
Responsiveness
Deutsch: Reaktionsfähigkeit / Español: Capacidad de respuesta / Português: Capacidade de resposta / Français: Réactivité / Italiano: Reattività
Responsiveness in the Fitness context refers to an individual’s ability to react swiftly and effectively to changes in physical demands, stimuli, or environments. It encompasses both physiological and neuromuscular responses, playing a crucial role in athletic Performance, Injury Prevention, and functional fitness.
Shoulder blade
Deutsch: Schulterblatt / Español: Omóplato / Português: Escápula / Français: Omoplate / Italiano: Scapola
The shoulder blade (also known as the scapula) is a flat, triangular Bone located on the upper back that plays a central role in shoulder mobility and stability. In fitness, the shoulder blade is essential for movements involving the shoulders, arms, and upper Body, as it supports a wide range of exercises, from Strength training to flexibility routines.