Sensitivity and Resistance to Training

Sensitivity and resistance to training are key factors affecting how individuals respond to a given training stimulus. Those who are more sensitive to training, such as younger males with higher testosterone levels and a history of athletic activity, tend to have a greater response to stress and adapt more quickly. They show improvements in strength, muscle size, and ability to recover from stress. On the other hand, those who are more resistant to training, such as older individuals or sedentary individuals, require a higher dose of training to generate a similar response. They have a slower rate of adaptation and may need more volume or intensity to see improvements.