Fitt Principles Flashcards

1
Q

What does FITT stand for in fitness?

A

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

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2
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What does the ‘F’ in FITT principles refer to?

A

Frequency

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3
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What does the ‘I’ in FITT principles refer to?

A

Intensity

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4
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What does the ‘T’ in FITT principles refer to?

A

Time

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5
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What does the second ‘T’ in FITT principles refer to?

A

Type

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6
Q

How many days per week should adults engage in aerobic exercise according to FITT principles?

A

At least 3-5 days per week

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What is the recommended intensity level for aerobic exercise according to FITT principles?

A

Moderate to vigorous intensity

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How long should each aerobic exercise session last according to FITT principles?

A

At least 20-60 minutes

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9
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What are examples of aerobic exercise types according to FITT principles?

A

Running, swimming, cycling

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What does ‘progression’ mean in the context of FITT principles?

A

Gradually increasing the intensity, time, or type of exercise

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What is the purpose of FITT principles in fitness programming?

A

To ensure effective and safe exercise habits

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12
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What is the recommended frequency of strength training according to FITT principles?

A

2-3 days per week

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How many sets of strength training exercises should be performed according to FITT principles?

A

2-4 sets

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14
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How many repetitions should be performed for each strength training exercise according to FITT principles?

A

8-12 repetitions

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15
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What is the recommended intensity level for strength training according to FITT principles?

A

Moderate to high intensity

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16
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What does ‘specificity’ mean in the context of FITT principles?

A

Tailoring exercise to achieve specific fitness goals

17
Q

What is the recommended frequency of flexibility training according to FITT principles?

A

2-7 days per week

18
Q

How long should each flexibility training session last according to FITT principles?

A

10-30 minutes

19
Q

What are examples of flexibility training types according to FITT principles?

A

Stretching, yoga, Pilates

20
Q

What does ‘overload’ mean in the context of FITT principles?

A

Challenging the body beyond its normal limits to promote adaptation

21
Q

What is the recommended type of stretching for flexibility training according to FITT principles?

A

Static stretching

22
Q

What is the importance of individualizing FITT principles in exercise programming?

A

To accommodate differences in fitness levels, goals, and preferences

23
Q

What is the main goal of applying FITT principles in fitness training?

A

To improve overall health and fitness levels

24
Q

How can FITT principles be adjusted over time to prevent plateaus in fitness progress?

A

By periodically modifying frequency, intensity, time, and type of exercise