Glossary term

Intensity

How demanding an activity is, measured differently across strength and aerobic exercise.

Definition

How demanding an activity is, measured differently across strength and aerobic exercise.

Why it matters

This concept helps explain how a program creates challenge, organizes workload or manages recovery. Understanding it makes program claims easier to evaluate.

Example

A well-written program should show how this concept appears in the weekly plan rather than relying on the term as marketing language.

Related reading

How to choose a program · Program directory