Fitness For Life
"Walkaway" Concepts
Semester Class
First Quarter
1. I understand the cost of inactivity in dollars and health risk factors including Type II Diabetes, stroke and heart disease.
2. I know why and how physical fitness benefits my metabolism.
3. I know how to prepare properly for physical activity and how to properly cool down.
4. I know the difference between aerobic and anaerobic activity and the benefits of both.
5. I know that the FITT formula stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type.
6. I can identify the parts of the activity pyramid including the advice that leisure time should be limited.
7. I can describe several types of active recreation and their benefits and risk factors.
8. I know how to prepare for exercise in different environmental risk factors including altitude, humidity, heat and cold.
Second Quarter
1. I can plan and evaluate my personal work out program.
2. I am able to recognize truth as well as scam in the health industry.
3. I know what good nutrition includes and why it helps me to be more physically fit.
4. I know ways to control stress.
5. I know that 3,500 calories equals one pound and understand how to control my weight.
6. I know how to set workable goals which lead to success.
7. I know the difference between muscular endurance and muscular strength and how to improve in both areas.
8. I understand the benefits of flexibility in physical performance. I know how to gain flexibility.