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GCSE Physical Education · key term
Training in which muscles work against a resistance, such as free weights, weight machines or body weight.
Used by Edexcel
Specification 3.3.3 · Paper 1
Revise: Use of different training methodsResistance training makes muscles work against a load. This may come from free weights, weight machines or the performer's own body weight, as in a press-up. Weight training is therefore one form of resistance training.
Keep the main links clear: weight/resistance training develops strength; plyometrics develops power; yoga and Pilates can develop flexibility.
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