2023, Vol. 10, Issue 1, Part E
Physiological adaptations to endurance, strength and interval training: Implications for health and performance
Author(s): Urvashi Kodli
Abstract:This review provides a comprehensive examination of the physiological adaptations induced by endurance, strength, and interval training modalities, with a focus on their implications for health and performance outcomes. Endurance training, characterized by sustained aerobic efforts, promotes cardiovascular enhancements, including increased stroke volume, cardiac output, and mitochondrial density. Strength training elicits muscle hypertrophy and neural adaptations, leading to improvements in muscular strength, power, and endurance. Interval training, featuring alternating bouts of high-intensity exercise and recovery, enhances both aerobic and anaerobic capacity, along with metabolic flexibility and muscle fiber recruitment. Individual variability in training responses, genetic factors, and long-term sustainability of adaptations are important considerations in designing personalized training programs tailored to specific populations and goals. Promoting regular physical activity and exercise participation across diverse populations can yield numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, metabolic function, and mental well-being. Education, policy initiatives, and community-based programs are essential for creating environments conducive to physical activity and promoting a culture of health and fitness. By understanding the physiological adaptations to different training modalities and implementing evidence-based strategies, individuals can optimize their training regimens, enhance their performance, and improve their overall quality of life.
DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2023.v10.i1e.3316Pages: 350-356 | 419 Views 228 DownloadsDownload Full Article: Click Here