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

2. 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

3. 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)

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.