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Heavy Weight Training

Usually defined (changes based on author) as a load used to enhance strength adaptation or neural adaptation. The repetition for strength are usually set @ 6-8 using 3-4 sets @ 75-85% intensity. Neural adaptations utilize 1-5 repetitions for 4-8 sets @ 85-100% intensity.

Homeostasis

Maintenance of the body's internal environment.

Hyper

A prefix meaning above, beyond or excessive. For example, hypertonic means tone beyond normal.

Hyperkyphosis

Excessive curvature of the thoracic (middle) spine.

Hyperlordosis

Excessive curvature of the lumbar (lower) spine and/or cervical spine.

Hypertrophy

Excessive growth of an organ and/or tissues.

Hypo

A prefix meaning below or deficient. For example, hypotonic means tone below normal.

Hypokinetic

Lack of physical activity.

if produced by stretch or contraction. When stimulated, will cause an inhibition of the agonist and facilitation of the antagonist.