Question

according to the principle of overload you should ____________. a. gradually increase the difficulty of a workout b. gradually decrease the difficulty of a workout c. engage in challenging exercise during workouts d. vary the exercises in a workout over time please select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c d

Explanation:

The principle of overload in exercise means that to improve fitness, the body must be subjected to a greater stress (or load) than it is accustomed to. This is achieved by gradually increasing the difficulty (like intensity, duration, or resistance) of the workout over time. Option A matches this definition. Option B is incorrect as decreasing difficulty doesn't overload. Option C is about challenging exercise but not the gradual increase aspect of overload. Option D refers to the principle of variation, not overload.

Answer:

A. gradually increase the difficulty of a workout