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Achieving and MaintainingPhysical Fitness
8th Grade P.E.Coach Harriman
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Objectives:• Evaluate current fitness level• Compare fitness level to national
standards• Determine optimal desired fitness
level, set goals• Devise a plan to achieve goals
South Carolina Standards:8.4.1, 8.4.2, 8.4.3
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How do I determine how fit I am?Cardiovascular health
Aerobic activity: running, cardio machines, swimming Monitor heart rate before, during, after
StrengthUpper body
Bench press, curls, push-ups, pull-upsLower body and core
Leg press, squats, leg curls, sit-upsFlexibility
V-sit reach, straddle
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Evaluation ChartFlexibility InchesV-Sit reach
Straddle
Cardio Health
Resting HR
Active HR
Resting HR*
Aerobic Activity
Strength
BenchWt/reps
CurlsWt/reps
Push ups per 2 min
Pull ups per 2 min
Upper Body
Strength
Leg pressWt/reps
SquatsWt/reps
Leg curlsWt/reps
Situps per 2 min
Lower Body
*1 minute after completing activity
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National Standards
CLICK HERE
For a chart of standards for each award, and specific instructions for proper assessment
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How fit do I want to be?• World Class Athlete
• Athletic
• Active
• Couch Potato
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So how do I do it?Make the commitment to startSet goals
Weight/size, Body fat %, participate in a race/competition, game
Make them reasonable and attainableSchedule time for activityDecide what type of activityGet equipment, clothing, footwear, etc.
required Get to and STICK TO IT!!