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A triathlete is designing an aerobic training program based on the FITT principle. Which progression model would be most appropriate for the "Time" component over an 8-week period?

  1. Week 1-2: 60 min; Week 3-4: 45 min; Week 5-6: 30 min; Week 7-8: 20 min
  2. Week 1-8: Consistent 45 min sessions throughout the program
  3. Week 1-2: 60 min; Week 3-8: 90 min with no further progression
  4. Week 1-2: 30 min; Week 3-4: 40 min; Week 5-6: 50 min; Week 7-8: 60 min
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Consider Option D: Week 1-2: 30 min; Week 3-4: 40 min; Week 5-6: 50 min; Week 7-8: 60 min

  • Progressively increasing training duration from 30 to 60 minutes follows the principle of progressive overload needed for adaptation in aerobic endurance.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Decreasing duration over time would lead to detraining rather than improved aerobic capacity.
  • B is incorrect: No progression contradicts the principle of progressive overload needed for adaptation.
  • C is incorrect: An immediate jump from 60 to 90 minutes with no further progression is too large an increase and lacks ongoing progression.