1. 1.1.4: The Principles of Training
Learning Outcomes:
SO THAT: I can answer a
6 mark exam question
EXAM QUESTION 1
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Which one of the following statements is false ? (1)
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A. The components of the FITT principle are
Frequency, Interval, Time, Type
Must: know the principles of training (C)
B . The FITT principle overlaps with the principle of Specificity
Should: understand how to use these principles to improve fitness
(B)
C. Reversibility can result in a drop in fitness levels
Could: be able to explain the components of the FITT principle and
how it overlaps with other principles of training (A)
D. The principles of Individual Differences considers the needs
of the individual rather than just the sport.
Specificity
STARTER:
Watch the video on fitness testing and see if you can identify which
components of fitness are being tested.
EXAM QUESTION 2
Jared uses the FITT principle of training to make sure he is fit for his
activity. Complete the table below by:
Progressive
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Overload
(i) explaining each component of the FITT principle;
(ii) giving a specific example of its application to bring about overload
in a Personal Exercise Programme (PEP).
Component
of principle
Rest and
recovery
(i) Explanation of
component
(ii) Example of
application to create
overload
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Why is it important that training
programmes match the individuals needs?
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2. Thursday 12 December 2013
The Principles of Training
Learning Outcomes: By the end of the task 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)
4. Matching training
to the requirements
of an activity
Any adaptation
that takes place as
a consequence of
training will be
reversed when you
stop training.
The Principles
of Training
To gradually
increase the
amount of overload
so that fitness gains
occur, but without
potential for injury
The period of time
given to recovery
Frequency, Intensity,
Time, Type (used to
increase the amount of
work the body does, in
order to achieve
overload).
The time required for the
repair of damage to the body
caused by training or
competition
