Overload refers to: A. Performing a weight-lifting exercise with the resistance (load) held overhead B. Using a demand (load) ab
ove the normal demand faced by a muscle C. The principle that strength will be best developed when the resistance (load) exceeds the individual's physical abilities (e.g., 8 reps of the 5-RM) D. The principle that a resistance (load) must be presented repeatedly in order to elicit any adaptations E. All of the answers are correct
Overload principle in fitness training is associated with a gradual development of an athlete's abilities by progressively increasing the athlete's load and training.
In order to do this, the athlete's limit must be surpassed albeit gradually at first then picked up later over time.
