Principles of Physical Activity

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What does the principle of overload primarily focus on?

  • Reducing exercise intensity to prevent injury
  • Decreasing training frequency to allow recovery
  • Maintaining a consistent workout schedule
  • Achieving more than normal to improve fitness (correct)

Which component of FITT involves increasing the duration of exercises in a workout session?

  • Type
  • Frequency
  • Time (correct)
  • Intensity

What might occur if overload is increased too quickly without proper care?

  • Increased fitness levels
  • Enhanced cardiovascular health
  • Injury or muscle damage (correct)
  • Improved muscular endurance

The principle of progression emphasizes the importance of what?

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What does the principle of reversibility imply regarding physical activity?

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Which of the following is a way to increase intensity according to the FITT principle?

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Why is gradual increase in workload necessary according to the principle of progression?

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Which of the following statements aligns with the principle of overload?

<p>Overloading the body is crucial for enhancing strength and endurance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym FITT stand for in the context of exercise planning?

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What is the recommended intensity for steady-state cardio workouts?

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Which principle emphasizes the need to gradually increase the demands placed on the body during exercise?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor to monitor intensity during strength training?

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What is the recommended frequency for moderate exercise to improve health?

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Why is a lower resting heart rate considered healthier?

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Which component of fitness involves selecting the specific activities to include in a workout plan?

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What is defined as physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive?

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For a split routine workout, which statement is accurate?

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How long should cardio exercise typically last for optimal benefits?

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What does the principle of Overload suggest in an exercise context?

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Which of the following is NOT a recognized FITT component?

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Which type of physical activity is categorized as cardio?

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What is a significant benefit of using resistance training?

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What is the recommended frequency for intense cardio exercise to improve your health?

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Which of the following factors is NOT likely to influence the duration of a workout?

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What happens to fitness after extended rest periods?

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What is the principle of specificity focused on?

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Which component is NOT a part of the FITT principles in designing a fitness program?

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During a circuit training program, what is the purpose of the 30-second rest period between stations?

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What should a student include when designing each station in a circuit training routine?

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Why is a warm-up important before circuit training?

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Which is a key benefit of performing circuit training in groups?

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How should the intensity level for each exercise be determined?

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Study Notes

Principles of Physical Activity

  • Overloading requires doing “more than normal” to enhance fitness, strength, or endurance, achieved through the FITT acronym.
  • FITT Components:
    • Frequency: Increase the number of training sessions per week.
    • Intensity: Elevate exercise difficulty (e.g., running faster or increasing weights).
    • Time: Extend the duration of workouts (e.g., cycling for longer periods).
    • Type: Modify the type of exercise for increased intensity (e.g., progressing from walking to running).

Principle of Progression

  • Emphasizes the need for gradual increase in workload to prevent exhaustion and injuries.
  • Correct rest and recovery are critical; overtraining may lead to decreased fitness levels.
  • Rapid overload can cause injuries, while slow increases may not stimulate desired improvements.

Principle of Reversibility

  • Stresses that discontinuation of regular activity results in loss of fitness benefits.
  • Continued overload is essential for maintaining benefits gained through physical activity.

FITT Principle Overview

  • Provides a framework for creating effective exercise programs.
  • Recommended frequency for moderate exercise is five or more days per week, while intense cardio requires three days weekly.
  • Two to three days of non-consecutive sessions allow for recovery.

Components of Physical Activity

  • Involves any movement using larger muscle groups (arms, legs, back) and not being sedentary.
  • Structured physical activity is planned and repetitive, enhancing health and fitness.

Training Principles

  • Include principles such as Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type, Overload, Progression, Specificity, and Reversibility.
  • Specificity: States the need for specific exercises to improve particular fitness components or parts of the body.

Circuit Training Program Design

  • Focus on selecting exercises targeting different muscle groups.
  • Each exercise in the program should include:
    • Exercise Name: Specify the activity.
    • Target Muscle Group: Identify the muscles involved.
    • Time/Reps: Define duration or repetitions for each exercise.
    • Intensity Level: Explain connection to fitness level.

Execution Steps for Circuit Training

  • Warm-up: Conduct a 5-minute routine to prepare the body.
  • Circuit Training: Engage in group activity, rotating through stations.
  • Rest Periods: Incorporate 30-second rest breaks between stations.
  • Cool Down: End with a 5-minute stretching routine to prevent injury.

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