F

Frequency refers to the number of activity sessions per week. It is recommended that 150 minutes of
cardiovascular activity a week is ideal for an average American. To achieve cardiovascular fitness,
training should be at least 3-5 days per week while only 2-3 days of training are needed to achieve
muscular fitness.

I
Intensity refers to the amount of effort expanded or how difficult the activity is to perform which can
be described as low, moderate or vigorous intensity.

T
Time of Activity refers to how long each session lasts. It’s best to perform activities consecutively
for 20-30 minutes, especially when training for something specific like a race.

T
Type of Activity refers to the range of physical activity a person can engage to promote health and
physical fitness.