Explain ‘weight training’ as one of the oldest methods for development of strength. Describe its advantages and disadvantages.
Weight Training are those exercise which are designed to strengthen specific muscles by causing them to overcome a fixed resistance, usually in the form of bar –bells or dumb-bells.
Advantages of Weight Training (explanation of any two)
i)Help in getting good shape
ii)Increase in muscle strength
iii)Increase in bone strength
iv) Better appearance and correct body posture
v)Reduces stress and tension
vi)Best means of providing fitness.
Disadvantage of Weight Training ( explanation of any two)
i)Risk of Injuries
ii)Less flexibility
iii)Risk of doing in early age.
What do you mean by correct posture? Explain the standing and sitting postures. What are the causes of bad posture?
What are the various types of friction ? How is friction advantageous or disadvantageous in the field of games and sports ? Explain with suitable examples.
