Unit 3 Review

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What is the FITT Principle?

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The FITT Principle is a set of guidelines to help you create a fitness routine, focusing on Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type of exercise.

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What do the two T's in the FITT formula stand for?

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The two T's in the FITT formula stand for Time and Type.

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Define Frequency in the context of the FITT Principle.

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Frequency refers to how often you engage in physical activity, typically measured in days per week.

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What does Intensity mean in the FITT Principle?

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Intensity refers to how hard you work during physical activity, which can be measured by heart rate or perceived exertion.

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Explain the 'Time' component of the FITT Principle.

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Time refers to the duration of each exercise session, usually measured in minutes.

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What is meant by 'Type' in the FITT Principle?

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Type refers to the kind of exercise you choose to do, such as aerobic, strength training, or flexibility exercises.

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How can the FITT Principle be applied to improve cardiovascular fitness?

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To improve cardiovascular fitness, one can increase the frequency of aerobic workouts, adjust the intensity to a higher level, extend the time spent exercising, and choose various types of aerobic activities.

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What is the importance of setting goals in relation to the FITT Principle?

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Setting goals helps to create a structured approach to fitness, ensuring that the FITT components are tailored to individual needs and progress.

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How does the FITT Principle help in preventing injuries?

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By following the FITT Principle, individuals can gradually increase their exercise load, which helps to prevent overuse injuries.

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What is an example of a fitness routine using the FITT Principle?

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A fitness routine could include exercising 4 times a week (Frequency), at 70% of maximum heart rate (Intensity), for 30 minutes (Time), doing running and cycling (Type).