Glossary of Basic Terms

[circular]

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[Randell Waddell]

The Elementary Motor Component™ Methodology (EMC) deconstructs a motion into the smallest divisible units of motion, called an EMC, which integrates breathing, movement and structure. The EMC is a part of a larger structure called a Biomechanical Exercise™ – within which it is either the beginning, middle or ending component.

The Biomechanical Exercise™ Methodology (BME) applies to any motion and equipment used if it observes the following criteria:

The BME efficiently integrates breathing, movement and structure (Performance Breathing™).
The BME seamlessly “matches” together a beginning, middle and ending EMCs.
The BME equipment should be an extension of the body (such as the Clubbell® an extension of the arm in swing).
The BME force roots from the ground and amplifies by the rotational torque of bodily segments (Circular Strength Training).
The BME is explored under the Slow and Smooth Protocol in order to improve the sophistication of the motion each time, rather than merely practiced in repetition format.
The BME works specifically to interrupt, resolve, and/or discharge Fear-Reactivity.
The BME intends to be incorporated in a larger Kinetic Chain.

The Kinetic Chain Methodology (KC) must observe the following criteria:

A KC seamlessly links two or more BMEs with no “bound-flow” (stopping points in flow continuity.)
A KC links BMEs by a Match (perfect coupling of EMCs), Patch (addition of an EMC to create a Match) or Hem (omission of an EMC to create a Match.)
A KC seeks to increase one’s personal sophistication (Sophisticated Training Protocol - synergistically incorporates any combination of coordination, agility, and balance in such a way that the sum total training effect is greater than if any of the attributes were addressed independently. It intends to be EXPLORED and DEEPENED rather than robotically repeated and intensified.)
A KC “unbinds flow” by transferring proprioceptive benefits to all of one’s physical existence (Perpetual Exercise).
A KC removes Over-Flow (contains no superfluous activity in breathing, movement or structure; no elements lacks deliberate action or attention.)
A KC promotes Body-Flow™ (movement precedes feelings which precedes thoughts; or in other words, how you move determines your self-image… who you are.)

[Scott Sonnon]

Cycle or circuit, but don't cocktail.

It's the primary CST protocol generator: cycle a training program towards achieving a specific physiological goal (endurance, strength, speed, flexibility, mobility, et cetera) with one or two specific exercises over a specific time period to adapt and progress (and craft a scheme appropriately); or create a circuit of exercises performed to tap a particular energy system (in other words, all exercises are performed towards one physiological goal). However, don't create a 'cocktail' of haphazardly (or fad-determined) exercises with differing (contradictory) physiological goals.

Training with no goal in mind gets you nowhere fast.

Caveat: exploration and fun are valid goals, so long as they are 'checked' to prevent overtraining.

[JasonE]

Definitions of Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and Rating of Technique (RT)

These are explained in-depth in Intutive Training...Defined (http://www.circularstrengthmag.com/17/sonnon2.html)