Freshman Health Mr. Martin The F.I.T.T. Principle Freshman Health Mr. Martin

F.I.T.T. Principle A formula in which each letter represents a factor important for determining the correct amount of physical activity. F = Frequency I = Intensity T = Time T = Type

How Can I improve My Flexibility Answer Frequency – Daily Stretching. Intensity – Stretch and hold muscles at a comfortable length. Time – Hold each stretch for 10–15 seconds. Each stretching workout should last 15 to 30 minutes. Type – Use stretches that allow the body to move through the full range of motion. (ROM)

How I Increase my Cardiovascular Endurance Using The F. I. T. T How I Increase my Cardiovascular Endurance Using The F.I.T.T. Principle Frequency – Exercise 3-5 times per week. Intensity – Train at 60-85% of your target heart rate zone. Time – 20 to 60 minutes per session is recommended. Type – Any aerobic activity that keeps the heart rate within your target heart rate zone.

How Can I Increase My Muscular Endurance Using The F.I.T.T. Principle? Frequency – Weight Train 2 to 4 times per week. Intensity – Add or maintain weight and repetitions during the workout. Time – A total workout can last 30 to 60 minutes. Type – An activity that allows the muscles to perform a physical task over a period of time without becoming fatigued. Ex: weight lifting, yoga, pilates.

How Can I Increase My Muscular Strength Using The F.I.T.T. Principle Frequency – Weight Train 2 to 4 times per week. Intensity – Add or maintain weight and repetitions during the workout. Time – A total workout can last 30 to 60 minutes. Type –Anaerobic activities such as weight lifting and curl-ups tend to develop muscular strength and endurance. Special Note: To build strength you should lift heavier weights with fewer repetitions.

What are Reps and Setss A rep is when you lift a weight one time. The number of reps performed at one time is called a set.