EXERCISE PRINCIPLES “FIT” PRICIPLE: F = Frequency: how often the exercise is performed I = Intensity: how hard the exercise is performed T = Time: how long the exercise is performed *** So, why is this important? *** It defines our exercise program and helps us know what to manipulate so we can achieve optimal results! Let’s use this principle and apply it to the fitness components.

MUSCULAR STRENGTH The ability of a muscle to apply maximum force one time. “max out” F = need 48 hours for muscle to rebuild I = 100%, one RM (repetition max) T = one time

MUSCULAR ENDURANCE The ability of the muscle to work over a period of time. F = 3-5 x/week, must allow time for the muscle to grow (48 hours or alternate days)

MUSCULAR ENDURANCE (cont) I = 60 – 85% of one RM (the amt of wt you can lift once) T = Repetitions (slow, full ROM) 3 sets 12-20 reps (tone, endurance) 3 sets 4-8 reps (strength)

CARIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE The ability of the heart & lungs to provide oxygen to muscles over an extended period of exercise. F = 5x/week I = Target Heart Rate (220-age) x 60-85% My THR = ________ or Perceived Exertion Scale T = 20-60 minutes

Cardio Intensity (continued) Perceived Exertion Scale

FLEXIBILITY The range of motion of a joint. * depends on bone structure, ligaments, muscles, and tendons F = daily, pre & post work out I = controlled, mild tension, short of pain T = 15-30 seconds

BODY COMPOSITION The ratio of lean body weight to body fat

American Council on Exercise (ACE) % Body Fat

BODY COMP (cont) Myth = Muscle weighs more than fat. Truth = Muscle is more dense & takes up less space. This is why the scale does not tell the whole tale. Once an exercise routine is established, you can manipulate the FIT principle in weight training and cardio workouts to increase lean body weight and decrease % body fat. So, what’s best? Long cardio workouts or short bursts of high intensity workouts?.....

Burning Fat You use both fat & carbohydrates for energy when you exercise. Typically the body uses more fat as fuel at lower intensities, but only a small amount. What matters most is BURNING MORE CALORIES than you consume. Interval training is a great way to decrease body fat percentage. Example: 10 x 30 sec high intensity cardio, 1 min recovery (P 90X)

Weigh in on the following fitness programs…. 1. Terri Tricep is trying to improve her muscular endurance. Her 1 R.M. for squats is 85 pounds. Describe Terri’s plan for squats as it relates to the FIT principle.

2. Gary Gluteus is trying to improve his cardiorespiratory fitness by getting in “better shape”. He’s been jogging twice a week and really enjoys it. Gary is 20 years old. Please help Gary devise a plan using the FIT principle.