What is Physical Preparation

The main objective of sports practice is to get a good physical preparation. Physical preparation is understood to be a series of exercises that are beneficial for the body, such as endurance cardiovascular, force, flexibility or coordination of movements. These qualities are achieved with regular physical exercise, along with a series of healthy habits, especially related to feeding.

The concept of physical preparation is equivalent to another, training. Both terms refer to the improvement of physical qualities in general.

Ten general guidelines for good physical preparation

1 • It is advisable to put yourself in the hands of a sports coach who supervises the physical activity.

2 • Physical exercise should be done regularly and periodically.

3 • You have to exercise all muscle groups and perform aerobic and anaerobic exercises and all this with a methodology suitable sportswear.

4 • It is convenient to carry out a sports routine according to the age of each one.

5 • It is advisable to set medium and long-term goals.

6 • For physical preparation to be effective, it is necessary to incorporate a series of healthy eating habits and avoid consumption alcohol and tobacco and any substance that can adversely affect the body.

7 • Each individual must practice the type of training that best suits their personal circumstances and physical characteristics.

8 • It must be taken into account that health is the main objective of physical preparation and in this In this sense, it is advisable for the athlete to have a medical check-up before starting a physical activity regular.

9 • Physical exercise must be carried out with sufficient measures of safety and using the most suitable sports equipment and clothing.

10 • A poorly planned physical preparation in some sense can be counterproductive.

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