ALEX Classroom Resources

ALEX Classroom Resources  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (5) 24 :
5-3.3) Identify each component of the FITT Principle (frequency, intensity, time, and type).

[PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (5 - 6)
Title: Brain Bites: The F.I.T.T. Principle
URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAFb0vxopmc
Description:

The Brain Bites video series teaches physical education concepts in short video bites. In this bite, how to build a fitness routine is taught using the F.I.T.T. Principle and the Overload Principle.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (5) 22 :
5-3.1) Compare and contrast fitness benefits of various physical activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and peer assistance to model correct physical education participation.

[PE] (5) 23 :
5-3.2) Actively engage in all components of physical education to the best of his/her ability.

[PE] (6) 21 :
6-3.2) Participate in a variety of moderate to vigorous activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 24 :
7-3.5) Compare and contrast health-related and skill-related fitness activities.

Examples: aerobic/anaerobic exercise, power/strength, static/dynamic, reaction time

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 27 :
7-3.8) Apply FITT formula to components of health-related and skill-related fitness, using the overload principle.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 21 :
8-3.2) Analyze the differences between moderate and vigorous activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 24 :
8-3.5) Analyze the benefits of health-related and skill-related fitness components.

Examples: stress reduction, body composition, self-esteem, less anxiety

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (5 - 8)
Title: Aerobic Fitness
URL: https://www.dynamicpeasap.com/lesson-plan?aerobic-fitness
Description:

During this lesson, students will contrast the benefits of aerobic activities with the benefits of stretching activities. Students will challenge themselves to apply the overload principle for at least one aerobic activity. This resource also includes a video demonstrating this lesson. 



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (5) 24 :
5-3.3) Identify each component of the FITT Principle (frequency, intensity, time, and type).

[PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 27 :
7-3.8) Apply FITT formula to components of health-related and skill-related fitness, using the overload principle.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 28 :
7-3.9) Explain how the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale can be used to determine the perception of the work effort or intensity of exercise.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 28 :
8-3.9) Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Examples: RPE, FITT formula

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] ACA2 (9-12) 5 :
AC-3.1) Apply skills learned to execute a higher level of physical fitness while participating in outdoor activities.

[HE] (0) 14 :
K.4.3) Describe how to express feelings to prevent a conflict from starting.

[HE] (2) 14 :
2.4.3) Demonstrate how to communicate with others with kindness and respect.

[HE] (3) 12 :
3.4.1) Practice skills needed to develop and maintain personal relationships.

Examples: conflict resolution, role play

[HE] (3) 14 :
3.4.3) Recognize causes of conflicts and apply nonviolent strategies to manage or resolve situations.

Subject: Physical Education (5 - 12), Health Education (K - 3)
Title: Visuals for #PhysEd
URL: https://thephysicaleducator.com/visuals/
Description:

This website has a series of visuals that can be downloaded, printed, and displayed in the physical education gymnasium or class. These visuals range cover varying topics such as the FITT Principle, BORG Rating, and the Conflict Corner.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (5) 24 :
5-3.3) Identify each component of the FITT Principle (frequency, intensity, time, and type).

[PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (5 - 6)
Title: The F.I.T.T. Principe
URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BTIzXOZJmI&list=PLElsA9fRR2ekmY6wbJlsmBGLclOPTaFsk&index=27
Description:

The Brain Bites video series teaches physical education concepts in short video bites! In this bite, how to build a fitness routine is taught using the F.I.T.T. Principle and the Overload Principle.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (6) 28 :
6-3.9) Define resting heart rate and describe its relationship to moderate and vigorous activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 28 :
7-3.9) Explain how the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale can be used to determine the perception of the work effort or intensity of exercise.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 23 :
8-3.4) Determine the benefits of using available technology during physical activity.

Examples: active videos, active gaming systems, heart rate monitors, health apps

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 28 :
8-3.9) Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Examples: RPE, FITT formula

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (6 - 8)
Title: Heart Rate Zone Viewer for Middle School
URL: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rnxTquWCHSnHvNL-LwbepegsNBehilcaMLpjNU8nxsU/edit#slide=id.p
Description:

This is an interactive game that can be used when teaching a lesson on resting heart rate and its relationship to moderate and vigorous activity. Students can use this interactive to determine their desired intensity level. 



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (6)
Title: Fitness Component Breakout Game
URL: https://sites.google.com/view/5-components-of-fitness/home?authuser=1
Description:

This interactive game guides students through activities and descriptions of the five fitness components in a breakout game format. 

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (5) 24 :
5-3.3) Identify each component of the FITT Principle (frequency, intensity, time, and type).

[PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 27 :
7-3.8) Apply FITT formula to components of health-related and skill-related fitness, using the overload principle.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 28 :
8-3.9) Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Examples: RPE, FITT formula

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Subject: Physical Education (5 - 8)
Title: F.I.T.T. Principle Poster
URL: https://thephysicaleducator.com/visuals/
Description:

A colorful eye-catching visual for teaching the F.I.T.T. principle to students. This is a free download and a great resource to print or display for classrooms.

This link leads you to a list of several downloadable resources. You will see the Fitness - F.I.T.T. link in the resources. 

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.



   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 27 :
6-3.8) Recall each component of the FITT formula (frequency, intensity, time, type) for physical fitness.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 27 :
7-3.8) Apply FITT formula to components of health-related and skill-related fitness, using the overload principle.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 28 :
8-3.9) Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Examples: RPE, FITT formula

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 15 :
BK-3.8) Identify components of a personal fitness plan.

Examples: strength exercises, stretching exercises, cardiovascular exercises, and nutritional balance

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 9 :
AK-4.1) Develop a personal action plan that includes social interaction, cooperative activities, and personal fitness goals.

Subject: Physical Education (6 - 12)
Title: FITTness Warm Up
URL: https://openphysed.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/M-00-03-FitKnow-Activities-01-CoachDsFittnessWarmUp.pdf
Description:

This resource from Open Online Physical Education Network is a learning activity demonstrating fitness activities with proper form and attention to safety titled "Tools for Learning FITTness Knowledge".  Students will work together to rotate through and complete the FITTness routine. Task cards help students learn and apply the FITT principle while doing the activity.

Note: Open Online Physical Education Network is a free resource, but teachers will need to create a free account to access this resource.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit. 



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