HMS, BM EQ-Bank 239

Sample Answer

Similarities:

• Both are training types used to improve fitness and performance.
• Both use FITT principle for program design.
• Both require progressive overload and follow training principles.
• Both cause immediate responses like increased heart rate.

Differences:

• Duration:
• • Aerobic: continuous activity for 20+ minutes.
  • Anaerobic: short bursts under 2 minutes.
• Intensity:
• • Aerobic: moderate intensity (70-85% MHR).
  • Anaerobic: high intensity (85-100% MHR).
• Energy source:
• • Aerobic: uses oxygen as primary fuel.
  • Anaerobic: uses stored ATP-PCr and glycogen.
• Rest periods:
• • Aerobic: no rest during activity.
  • Anaerobic: structured rest between efforts.
• Training effects:
• • Aerobic: improves oxygen delivery and endurance.
  • Anaerobic: develops power, speed and strength.