improving overall health in the classroom by rosalie cohen
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Improving Overall
Health in the Classroom
By Rosalie Cohen
Goal: To incorporate
traditional, cost efficient
equipment with new
technology and software
in the classroom, in order to improve the
overall health and well-
being of our students.
Resi
stance
B
ands
• They come in 6 six different colors ranging from ultra light to ultra heavy
• Fits comfortably around the upper and lower legs
Resi
stance
B
ands Purpose: Exercise the muscles of
the hips and legs
Cost: Range from $3.25-$4.45 depending on level
Where to buy: http://www.power-systems.com/p-2705-versa-loops.aspx#tabs-3
Use/Value: Improve strength and body flexibility
Medic
ine B
alls
• Can be used in a variety of exercises
• Great for core toning
• Ensures superior grip and handling
• Color coded by weight
Medic
ine B
alls
Purpose: Tone and strengthen
Cost: $156.63 for a set
Where to buy: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Cap-Barbell-Medicine-Rack-w-Ball-Set/11099789
Use/Value: Great for abs and whole body workouts
Body
Fat
Analy
zer
• Omron HBF- 306 regulates body fat percentage/BMI
• Grip for only 7 seconds to calculate your BMI
• Two models for athletes and non-athletes
• Can be used year after year
Body
Fat
Analy
zer
Purpose: To help students monitor their weight
Cost: $32.99
Where to buy: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Omron-Portable-Body-Fat-Analyzer/3342463#ProductDetail
Use/Value: Allows students to set a goal based off their BMI and track it throughout the year
Exe
rBalls
• Great core strengthening exercises for kids
• There are 10 clearly illustrated exercises around the perimeter of the ball
• Includes activity cards
Exe
rBalls
Purpose: To strengthen your core muscles, including your abdominal and back muscles
Cost: $32.99
Where to buy:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sportime-ExerBalls-26-Diameter/24087230#ProductDetail
Use/Value: Core strength, total body, and stretching
Healt
h R
ela
ted
Fitn
ess
Com
ple
te
• Great software program for live and on-line fitness courses
• Covers five areas of health related fitness along with assessments
• You can download a free demo version at http://www.pesoftware.com/demos.html
Healt
h R
ela
ted
Fitn
ess
Com
ple
te
Purpose: Allows students to obtain easy access to helpful information on health and fitness through different learning styles
Cost: $200.00
Where to buy: http://shop.pesoftware.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13&products_id=66
Use/Value: Includes the principals of fitness such as safe versus dangerous exercises
Concl
usi
on
Item Price
Resistance Bands $3.25
Medicine Balls $156.63 set
Body Fat Analyzer $32.99
ExerBalls $32.99
Health Related Fitness Complete
$200.00
Total: $425.86