FITT principle stands for: Frequency, Intensity, Time & Type of exercise
There will always be fads and or trends in the fitness industry, but there is great foundational information that we should continue to share with the general population.
When it comes to organizing an effective exercise routine, fitness professionals should start by implementing the FITT principle.
This principle stands for: Frequency, Intensity, Time & Type of exercise.
Frequency refers to how often you exercise to accomplish your health goals. For example, most people will exercise three to four times a week for 30 to 45 minutes.
Next is Intensity and this is how hard you push yourself while training. There are three categories when it comes to Intensity: light, moderate, and vigorous. So, depending how your fitness level, your fitness program should be tailored to implement all three at different stages.
You should consider Time (duration or how long) based on your fitness level. A beginner should not complete a one-hour and 30-minute workout when they first start their fitness journey. However, as they progress you should make the time of their workout slightly longer.
Remember, a workout that lasts too long for someone that is just starting their fitness journey does not equate to a “great” workout. That long workout would not be beneficial to them until they improve their cardiovascular health, increase their muscular endurance, and build consistent habits.
Walking, swimming, stretching, or strength training are all types of workouts, and this (Type) refers to the activity you are completing.
The FITT Principle is important to building a great exercise routine and makes it easier for you to have fun while organizing your workouts for the week.
So as leaders in the field, let’s continue to educate our clients on what we do! There is more to personal training than just standing with a stopwatch and “motivating” clients. #LetsKeepMoving.
