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What does the Principle of Progression state?
What does the Principle of Progression state?
What is the Principle of Overload?
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?
What is the Threshold of Training?
The minimum amount of overload needed to build physical fitness.
Define Target Ceiling.
Define Target Ceiling.
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What does the Target Fitness Zone refer to?
What does the Target Fitness Zone refer to?
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What is the Principle of Specificity?
What is the Principle of Specificity?
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What does the 'F' in FITT stand for?
What does the 'F' in FITT stand for?
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What does the 'I' in FITT stand for?
What does the 'I' in FITT stand for?
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What does the 'T' in FITT stand for in terms of time?
What does the 'T' in FITT stand for in terms of time?
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What does the final 'T' in FITT refer to?
What does the final 'T' in FITT refer to?
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What does maturation signify in relation to physical fitness?
What does maturation signify in relation to physical fitness?
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Give examples from the Physical Activity Pyramid.
Give examples from the Physical Activity Pyramid.
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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.
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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.
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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.
