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1.1.4: The Principles of Training

Scan this QR Which one of the following statements is false ? (1)
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Learning Outcomes: 6 mark exam question extra information
A. The components of the FITT principle are Frequency,
Interval, Time, Type

Must: know the principles of training (C)
Should: understand how to use these principles to improve fitness
(B)
Could: be able to explain the components of the FITT principle and
how it overlaps with other principles of training (A)
B . The FITT principle overlaps with the principle of Specificity
C. Reversibility can result in a drop in fitness levels
D. The principles of Individual Differences considers the needs
Specifi
city of the individual rather than just the sport.

STARTER:
Watch the video on fitness testing and see if you can identify which EXAM QUESTION 2
components of fitness are being tested.
Progre
ssive Jared uses the FITT principle of training to make sure he is fit for his
1 activity. Complete the table below by:
2 Overlo
3 ad
(i) explaining each component of the FITT principle;
4 (ii) giving a specific example of its application to bring about overload
5 in a Personal Exercise Programme (PEP).
6
7 Rest
8 and Component (i) Explanation of (ii) Example of
recove of principle component application to create
ry overload

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FITT
T

Why is it important that training T

programmes match the individuals needs?

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Task
D/C B A
 The Principles of Training

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the lesson you will…

• know the principles of training (C)

• understand how to use these principles to improve fitness (B)
• be able to explain the components of the FITT principle and how it
overlaps with other principles of training (A)
• Starter Video
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S pe
Matching training to
the requirements of
Any adaptation
that takes place as
a consequence of
FITT
an activity training will be
reversed when you Frequency, Intensity,
stop training. Time, Type (used to
increase the amount of
work the body does, in
Progressive The Principles
order to achieve
overload).
Overload of Training

To gradually REST Recovery

increase the
amount of overload
so that fitness gains
occur, but without
potential for injury
The time required for the
repair of damage to the body
The period of time caused by training or
given to recovery competition