Table 4. Practical recommendations for the implementation of strength training
Frequency2–3 days·week−1
ObjectiveTargeting for local muscular exhaustion within a given number of repetitions for major muscle groups of upper and lower extremities
ModeTwo to four sets of six to 12 repetitions
Intensity50–85% of one repetitive maximum as a reference point
Increase work load by 2–10% if one to two repetitions over the desired number are possible on two consecutive training sessions
SpeedModerate (1–2 s concentric and 1–2 s eccentric)
  • Data from [53].