Physical Fitness Training Program for Research Saturation Divers.
Abstract
A physical fitness training program is descrived for diver research subjects. THe program incorporates the concepts of strength and endurance into total body fitness. Special emphasis is placed upon specificity training for appropriate research projects. The training program is divided into two phases. Phase I is the entry level into the program. This phase lasts four to six weeks and is geared to bring all diver subjects to an equivalent level of physical fitness regardless of prior training. Exercise sessions include circuit weight training, running, and swimming. All exercise sessions begin with warm-up and stretching routines, and conclude with cool-down stretching routines. Phase II of the training program involves higher intensity circuit weights, running, and swimming. In addition, specific exercises are included that relate directly to the research mission requirements. The flexibility of the training program allows it to be implemented under a variety of circumstances. Phase I of the program enables all divers to be maintained in a state of physical readiness regardless of the mission requirements. Suggestions are offered for the implementation of the program and for program modifications. Keywords: Exercise physiology; Physical fitness training; Saturation diving; Circuit weight training. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA157307
Entities
People
- F. M. Mecocci
- Thomas J. Doubt
Organizations
- Naval Medical Research Center