The FITT Principle

F – FrequencyDefinition: How often you work out?

Recommendation: 3 – 5 times a week.

The FITT Principle

I - IntensityDefinition: How hard you work out?

Recommendation: Increase the level of intensity; work in the target heart rate zone to 60 to 85%.

The FITT Principle

T – TimeDefinition: How long you work out?

Recommendation: 20 – 60 minutes.

The FITT PrincipleT – Type

Definition: What type of exercise or activity?

Recommendation: The type of activity or exercise performed (running, swimming).