Benefits of Fitness
The amount of elements of physical health there are
three
Ability to exert force or lift a heavy weight. Ex. Lifting a one rep maximum on the bench press.
Muscular Strength
The muscle group you are working out by doing chin-ups, dumbbell curls, and hammer curls.
Biceps
The I in "FITT" stands for this
Intensity
This prepares your muscles for the work that is to come
Warm-up
Gives opportunities to meet and interact with others
Social Benefit
This refers to the distribution of muscle and fat throughout the body.
Body Composition
This muscle group includes quadricepts, hamstrings, and gastrocnemius.
Legs & Calves
This letter of FITT is the duration in which you spend on each session.
T (Time)
This is the number you subtract your age from to get your max. heart rate.
220
Improves cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems.
Physical Health
Is the ability of muscles to work over a long period of time.
Muscular Endurance
Push-ups and barbell bench press work this muscle group
Chest
The two "T's" in "FITT" stand for this
Time and Type
The type of workout includes running, walking, and biking.
Cardio
DAILY DOUBLEEEEE
This is the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen and energy to the muscles. Ex. walking, running , biking.
Cardiorespiratory Fitness
abdominal/core
This letter in FITT includes how often you do the activity.
F (Frequency)
This includes engaging in activity that gradually decreases your heart rate
Cool Down
Improves self confidence and gives a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Mental Health
Is the ability of the muscles to stretch. It helps prevent injuries when the body is pushed beyond its usual limits.
Flexibility
This muscle makes up 2/3 of the muscle in your arm.
Triceps
The letter "F" in FITT stands for this
Frequency
An isometric core strength exercise that involves maintaining a position similar to a push-up for the maximum possible time.