fitt principle-- health Flashcards
1
Q
what does the F in fitt stand for?
A
frequency
number of workouts per week
2
Q
what does the I in fitt stand for?
A
intensity
level of exertion
3
Q
what does the first T in fitt stand for?
A
time
length of time you are working out
4
Q
what does the second T in fitt stand for?
A
type
kind of exercise you are doing
5
Q
what does frequency mean?
A
- number of workouts
- 3-6 times per week to see an improvement
6
Q
what does intensity mean?
A
- maintain heart rate in the target zone
- be able to speak at all times
7
Q
what does time mean?
A
- 30 minutes or more for results to occur
- lower intensity over a longer period= burns calories
- higher intensity over a short period= works cardio vascular
- progressively increase time and intensity
8
Q
what is type?
A
- an activity you enjoy doing that involves movement of the large muscle groups of your lower body
- examples of exercises include running, swimming, cycling, power walking, cross country skiing, cardio machines
9
Q
what is the formula for the maximum heart rate?
A
220- age
10
Q
what is the formula for the target heart rate (lower limit)?
A
(220- age) x 60%
11
Q
what is the formula for the target heart rate (upper limit)?
A
(220- age) x 80%
