Training methods and improving physical fitness for special needs groups

Abstract

Physical fitness is one of the most important requirements for a healthy life, but it is not the end goal. The focus has shifted to maintaining overall health through exercise and understanding health principles. With the increased emphasis on the relationship between physical education and sports and health since 2013, physical fitness has been further highlighted as a primary objective. Improvements and growth in the components of physical fitness result from the body's response to specific training regimens. The specific nature of a fitness component leads to a more targeted approach, as improvement doesn't occur in specific muscles or organs to the exclusion of others. Instead, the focus of training determines the specific component being targeted. No single sport or exercise can improve the entire body; rather, it must be directed at specific muscles or muscle groups. The body responds well to structured and standardized exercises, enabling it to perform its functions at a high level. Using scientifically based training methods helps the body perform exercises easily and leads to improved bodily functions. The more intense the training, the greater the body's response and ability to perform optimally, depending on the condition (degree and severity of injury). While fitness programs are no longer limited to a specific segment of society but are now available to all (children, workers, the elderly, the disabled, and the sick), we find many alternatives in programs tailored to these groups. The trainer/teacher/educator must choose the most common and suitable methods for developing and improving physical, motor, and skill-based fitness. The trainer must select the appropriate training method that suits the individual's or athlete's needs and capabilities within the training program.