Personal Fitness Chapter 5 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the Principle of Progression state?

The amount and intensity of exercise should be decreased.

You should stop exercising once it becomes easy.

Exercise should remain the same for all duration.

The amount and intensity of exercise should be increased gradually. (correct)

What is the Principle of Overload?

States that the only way to produce fitness and health benefits through physical activity is to require your body to do more than it normally does.

What is the Threshold of Training?

The minimum amount of overload needed to build physical fitness.

Define Target Ceiling.

Exercising too much and going above your upper limit of activity. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Target Fitness Zone refer to?

The correct range of physical activity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Principle of Specificity?

States that the specific type of exercise you do determines the specific benefit you receive. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'F' in FITT stand for?

Frequency Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'I' in FITT stand for?

Intensity Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'T' in FITT stand for in terms of time?

Time Signup and view all the answers

What does the final 'T' in FITT refer to?

Type Signup and view all the answers

What does maturation signify in relation to physical fitness?

It is a factor that influences physical fitness along with age, heredity, environment, and lifestyle. Signup and view all the answers

Give examples from the Physical Activity Pyramid.

Walk rather than ride, do yard work, and go bowling. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Principles of Exercise

Principle of Progression: Emphasizes gradual increases in exercise amount and intensity to avoid plateaus as the body adapts.
Principle of Overload: Highlights that fitness gains occur only when the body is challenged beyond its normal workload.
Threshold of Training: Refers to the minimum overload required to enhance physical fitness.

Target Zones

Target Ceiling: Indicates the risks associated with excessive exercise beyond the safe upper limits, potentially leading to injury or burnout.
Target Fitness Zone: Defined as the optimal range of physical activity for achieving fitness benefits.

Specificity and FITT

Principle of Specificity: Asserts the type of exercise determines specific fitness benefits, meaning different activities yield different results.
FITT Framework:
- Frequency: Indicates how often exercise is performed, crucial for establishing routine.
- Intensity: Relates to the level of effort exerted during physical activity, which affects fitness improvements.
- Time: Refers to the duration of exercise sessions, impacting overall effectiveness.
- Type: Involves the nature of activities selected to target particular fitness goals.

Influencing Factors

Maturation: Alongside age, heredity, environment, and lifestyle, maturation plays a significant role in influencing an individual's physical fitness.

Physical Activity Pyramid

The pyramid suggests engaging in various activities like walking, doing yard work, and bowling as foundational exercises for a healthy lifestyle.

Description

Test your knowledge with flashcards from Chapter 5 of Personal Fitness. This chapter explores the principles of progression and overload, which are essential for improving physical fitness. Understanding these concepts is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their exercise regimen effectively.