...program for myself. This program will be divided into parts: the physical activity, preparing for physical activity, the correct amount of physical activity, the correct type of physical activity, cardiovascular fitness, strength and muscular endurance fitness, and my 3-month fitness program. I have read some useful sources for me to prepare this program. This will help me also in the future. THE BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Regular physical activity has lots of benefits to man in general. Regular exercise reduces the risks of many chronic diseases such as cardiovascular and cholesterol problems. It also reduces and maintains weight, beats obesity, and tones muscles, too. Other benefits include helping the person to relax, helping the body to build and maintain healthy bones, and slowing the aging process. All the above-mentioned diseases (also known as hypokinetic diseases) are caused by physical inactivity. A 30-minute daily physical activity lowers the risks of these diseases caused by lack of regular physical activity. It is really important that to differentiate the skill-related physical fitness components from the health–related physical fitness components. PREPARING FOR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY It is recommended that one should prepare for a fitness program by assessing readiness before starting. One can assess his/her...
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...Lifetime Fitness/Well – PEFT 101 CFW February 19, 2012 Good flexibility is extremely important in a good exercise program. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (2003, p. 10) “flexibility is the ability to bend joints and stretch muscles through a full range of motion”. During the first week of PEFT, the class performed the Sit and Reach flexibility test. This test measures the flexibility of the lower back and the hamstrings. My stretching reached 4 inches on this test, which equates to an excellent rating. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (2003) performing regular stretching exercises such as touching the toes and holding the stretch for a minimum of 10 seconds will improve flexibility. Having good flexibility will allow for less injuries and faster recoveries from strenuous work-outs. Grip strength measures overall body strength. This was also measured during the first week of class and my rating was superior with a score of 43 kgs. in my dominant hand. According to Professor Renaud, “a healthy adult should perform 1 set of 8-12 reps on 8-10 machines”. Those numbers can vary depending upon the reference. According to Incledon (2005) a healthy adult performing a moderate workout should do 3-4 sets of 8-10 reps on a variety of at least 5 machines or free weights. Muscular strength and endurance are important in everyday life because it not only makes you look better, but you simply feel better knowing you are improving and...
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...Fitness Training Most fitness and training facilities now have stability balls, foam rolls, balance boards and other "fun" toys as part of their conditioning equipment. These are part of a new trend in the strength and conditioning field called "functional training". Definition Functional training is the action of training "function", a general term that meaning "role or duty". Functional training is the science of training the body to meet the specific demands of life and sports. It is based on 1) the principle of specificity and 2) muscle function. The principle of specificity also known as SAID (Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands) means that the body responds and adapts specifically to the type and amount of physical demands under which it is placed. In other words, you only improve what you've specifically trained. Since muscle form dictates the role and function of each muscle, muscle needs to be trained the way it is designed to function. Origin Functional training is nothing new and comes primarily from the rehabilitation field. For many decades, therapists have been experimenting with ways of helping their patients regain function. Their goal is to retrain muscles to work properly using special exercises. In their quest to help their patients to become more functional, they have a developed functional training approach. Traditional vs. Functional Traditional strength training usually consists of trying to develop strength and build muscle through isolating specific...
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...Associate Level Material Physical Fitness Worksheet Being physically fit is an important aspect of obtaining optimal health. Becoming knowledgeable about what it means to be physically fit may greatly increase your ability to improve your health and wellness. In this worksheet, you identify the five components of health related fitness. Completing this assignment is a step towards gaining the knowledge needed to better manage your physical fitness. Five Components of Health Related Fitness Table Complete the table below. The first row has been filled in for you as an example. Components of Physical Fitness | Description | How to Incorporate in Your Life | Benefit(s) | Cardiorespiratory Fitness | Being able to exercise at a moderate to high intensity for a long period of time | Walk 2 miles at a brisk pace every day. | Reduced the risk of heart disease, hypertension, and high cholesterol. | Muscular Strength | Being able to lift a heavy weight or object. | Lifting weights or doing pushups. | Being able to handle heavy weight more easily, Faster recovery after injuring yourself. | Muscular Endurance | Being able to exercise at a longer rate of time before becoming tired. | By running a mile or swimming. | Being able to burn more fat easily, Having better posture. | Flexibility | Being able to move your muscles and joints freely | Stretching for 15 minutes before any workout to loosen your muscles. | Not being sore after a workout...
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...Physical Fitness Routine Introduction The first, and most important step in beginning to look for workout routines and eating healthier, is setting realistic short and long term goals. In order for a person to find a workout routine that works best for them, they have to consider the time they can dedicate to the routine, and most importantly, their motivation to lose weight and develop a healthier lifestyle. There are three basic levels of workouts in reference to workout routines, which are beginner, intermediate, and advanced. By choosing and sticking with a realistic and efficient physical fitness routine, you will achieve a healthier lifestyle and benefit your life in several ways. Steps The first step to obtaining a proper workout routine is to decide what exercises to utilize for which muscle group. The second step is to determine how many repetitions and sets to do for each exercise. The final step to achieve the best workout for you is to figure out how many days out of the week you are going to dedicate for the gym. In the figure 1, I have included a sample workout for my back and biceps as a guide to what a workout for those muscle groups should include, such as exercises, sets, and repetitions. Figure 1 | Muscle Group | Exercise | Sets | Repetitions | Weight | Back | Lower back extensions | 4 | 10 | 110 lbs | Back | Lateral pull downs | 4 | 10 | 90 lbs | Back | Cable rows | 4 | 10 | 75 lbs | Biceps | Hammer curls | 4 | 10 | 35 lb dumbbells...
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...Assignment 1-3 Read and analyze the Private Fitness, Inc. case in Management Control Systems. Write a 2- to 3-page paper that addressing the following. Follow APA guidelines for citations and format for your paper. a. Summarizes the case and provide background information. b. Describes a solution to Rosemary Worth's control problem that emphasizes: 1. Results controls 2. Action controls 3. Personnel/cultural controls c. Makes a recommendation. d. Explains why your recommendation is the best solution. Rosemary Worth opened a small health club which offered personal fitness training and a variety of fitness classes. Rosemary had previously worked as an aerobics instructor and won many fitness competitions. The purpose of opening Private Fitness, Inc. was to increase Rosemary’s standard of living and enable her to have more free time for personal family obligations. Private Fitness, Inc. earned revenue by charging an hour rate for personal training services that varied during peak and nonpeak hours. A fee was also charged for fitness classes. Customers were offered discounts if services were prepaid. Rosemary hired five instructors to run the fitness classes and provide personal training services to clients. The instructors were paid on a commission basis. Rosemary hired Kate, a long time personal friend, as not only an instructor but also a manager of business operations. The business operations Kate was responsible for included:...
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... Put more simply, it’s basically technology that is dynamic, economical (most of the time), and engages in multiple long term solutions towards the health of humans and the productivity, through interactive multisensory technology, action based learning, and brain-body integrated exercise. This type of technology can be used through the use of SMART bands, or wearable equipment, such as the Garmin Vivofit or the Adidas Fit Smart: Fitness tracker, video game based systems such as the Wii Fit or XBOX Kinect, Personalized Apps that can be downloaded onto your smart phone, and even built-in to large workout equipment, like treadmills and ellipticals. One major type of this product is a multisensory fitness suite of products by Multisensory Products. One of the proprietary technologies within MultiSensory Fitness Inc., SMART is Multisensory Brain-Body Fitness Training, a leading technology. This type of technology is designed to create a unique workout that can be used by people of all ages and abilities. Their products combine brain and body fitness, that are designed to improve physical, sensory, and cognitive performance, all while doing it...
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...DRAFT Model Assignment Issued September 2010 OCR Level 3 Nationals in Public Services Unit 15: Physical Fitness for Public Services The scheme codes for these qualifications are: OCR Level 3 National Introductory Diploma in Public Services 0XXX OCR Level 3 National Diploma in Public Services 0XXX OCR Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Public Services 0XXX The Ofqual Unit Number for this unit is: Unit 15: Physical Fitness for Public Services X/XXX/XXXX This OCR model assignment remains live for the life of these qualifications. Please note: This OCR model assignment may be used to provide evidence for the unit above. Alternatively, centres may wish to adapt this assignment or devise their own assignment for the purposes of assessment. It is the centre’s responsibility to ensure that any adaptations made to this assignment allow candidates to meet all the assessment criteria and provide sufficient opportunity for candidates to demonstrate achievement across the full range of grades. ALL THESE MATERIALS MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED. Any photocopying will be done under the terms of the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988 solely for the purposes of assessment. Contents | |Page Number(s) | |CANDIDATE INFORMATION ...
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...Personal Fitness Program Plan and Contract A. I, am contracting with myself to follow a physical fitness program to work toward the following goals: Specific or short term goals 1. Reduce my time from a 10 minute mile to a 5 minute mile 2. Increase burpees able to complete from 10 to 15 3. Increase plank time from 30 seconds to 1 minute 4. Lose 20lbs in by May 13, 2013 General or long term goals 1. Reach and maintain a healthy body weight and BMI 2. Complete a 5K 3. Reduce risk for preventable obesity related conditions 4. Improve self-esteem and confidence B. My program plan is as follows: Components Frequency Activities CRE MS ME F BC Intensity Duration M T W Th F Sa Su Crossfit X X X X X 70-90% 60 min X X X Jogging/walking or swimming X X 55-70% 60 min X X X Yoga X X X X 50-60% 30 min X X C. My program will begin on March 11, 2013. My program includes the following schedule of mini goals. These mini goals are “stepping stones” for me to achieve one of my main goals from Section A. For each step in my program, I will give myself the reward listed. MINI GOAL DATE REWARD Complete 2 full weeks of program March 25, 2013 5 new songs on ipod 10lb loss March 31, 2013 New workout outfit Complete 3 miles April 5, 2013 New running shoes 25 burpees May 13, 2013 New yoga mat D. My program will include the addition of physical activity to my daily routine (such as walking to class): 1. Take stairs instead of the elevator 2. Park...
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...BUS/475 Strategic Plan Part II: SWOTT Analysis Freshly Squeeze Fit Center Lisa Martinez October 30, 2014 Professor Richard Taylor Table of Contents I: Introduction II: SWOTT Table Analysis II: External Forces: What is an external force? a). Environmental b). Economic c). Social d). Technological IV: Internal Forces: What is an internal force? a). Strategy b). Goals c). Leadership V: Economic and Legal/Regulatory Trends VI: Adapting to Change VII: Supply Chain Operation VIII: Issues and/or Opportunities IX: Conclusion Introduction Freshly Squeeze Fit Center is the alternative fitness studio center that enhances the overall quality of life by integrating holistic remedies such as natural freshly squeeze juices, vitamins and nutrients supplements, nutritionist counseling, meal preparation demo, along with 15-30 minute workouts. Also we specialized in therapeutic treatments to contour the entire body. Our specialized trainers will guide committed clients along the way towards the path of success. As we plan the upcoming opening of our new studio, we are committed to the continuance of personal education in order to excel in achieving long life lasting results for our consumers. Therefore the following SWOTT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threads, and Trends) analysis is attached, this has helped us recognized our strengths and weaknesses in order to comprehend where the possibilities of opportunities may be as well as potential...
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...The Fit Shop The Fit Shop Ltd. is a brand new firm that will open its doors exactly four months from today. Its business objective is to sell all types of training, fitness, conditioning, and exercise equipment to the general public. The Fit Stop plans to specialize in this equipment and to provide customers with personalized advice geared to a customer's specific training or conditioning needs (e.g. training for a particular sport, rehabilitation from injuries, strengthening of specific muscle groups to deal with back pain, general conditioning and fitness), regardless of the age of the customer. In order to provide high quality advice, each store will employ a physiotherapist (to provide advice on problems such as injuries or chronic back pain) and a person with a bachelor's degree in kinesiology (to provide advice on training for various sports or other physical activities). In fact, a staff member will even sit down with customers and develop a personalized training or conditioning program that meets their own specific objectives and needs at no cost to the customer upon purchase of equipment. The remainder of the staff in the store will consist of a manager, with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, and sales staff, who will have at least a high school diploma. Due to the long opening hours, it is expected that between 8 and 12 salespeople will be needed for each store. Because the stores are located in shopping malls, they will operate on a seven-day-a-week basis...
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...Kathmandu, you will certainly meet visitors from all over the worlds. These streets are also known to have the most tours and travel companies. Besides, trekking in Nepal offers you the opportunity of meeting with the locals as they juggle in their daily activities. When to visit Nepal Trekking in Nepal is most appropriate during the dry and warm spells of the year. These seasons occur between the months of March to June and between September and November. The dry and warm season offer conducive temperatures and clear skies. What to expect Once in Nepal, you will find many treks that will offer you opportunities to improve your physical fitness. A few trips along the hills in Nepal will provide you with the opportunity of finding an appropriate trek. If you are physically fit, you will qualify to get accommodation and a guide in Nepal. Your physical fitness is important because at times you will undergo long treks in some of the remotest places of Nepal. It is advisable to have some experience in climbing alpines before you decide to trek the highest summits, which have altitudes of over 5500 meters. Legal requirements Trekking in Nepal requires you to have valid police permits. These permits are provided in accordance with Nepal tourism board. Accommodation Various companies offer accommodation. In case you are unaware of the providers of these services, you should visit Nepal travel agency and they will give you Nepal travel guides to choose the best place to get accommodation....
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...Mark Cardona Spc1024 Biography Speech Outline Greg Plitt: The Fitness Model Genera Purpose: Is to educate those who does not know about the fitness community and how Greg Plitt life changed after he made his decision to move forward with the community of Modeling. Specific Purpose: Greg Plitt legacy it was to impact those who doubt them self and had no self confidence what's so ever, In fact Greg Plitt his legacy was so big that he influence the world by his presence and word of wisdom about life lessons. I. Introduction A. Opening statement: Greg Plitt is known in the Fitness Industry but Greg has other roles that he played such as a motivational Speaker around the world and a Actor. B. Topic Introduction: Greg Plitt it's a Professional Fitness Model, who dedicate himself to fitness and health and to motivate others who have not found their way. C. Topic Relevance or Importance: Greg Plitt Fame came about after he got out of the military he was in the United State Military Academy and became a Ranger for five years. After that he took on Fitness Modeling and for 5 years straight he broke the record by being on a Fitness Magazine Cover every month! But not only he was a Fitness Model he was also a actor, entrepreneur, and Motivational Speaker. Adding to that he became America 1st Male Fitness Model. D. Thesis: We are going to be talking about how did Geg Plitt grew up with and where, how did he became a model and acting career, what was his achievements...
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...Kauionalani Makaawaawa-Tavares ENGL 2010 Community Writing 1 5 February 2015 A Fitness Gym is the Best Place to Live a Healthy Lifestyle Anyone can lose weight by walking around his or her neighborhood, using a home remedy, or going to the park to have fun. A fitness gym is the best place to live a healthy lifestyle. Not only do they have machines that provide you to use every inch of your body, but they have supporters there as well. Personal trainers are trained not only to help you perfect a workout, but also to guide you in the right direction to living a healthy lifestyle. I enjoyed the support those personal trainers gave to me when I was on my own journey to losing weight. In 2012, I was at my heaviest at 200 lbs. While undertaking home exercises such as T25 and Insanity, I found that I hardly had any support from others. My family members were always there for me, but they could never find it in their hearts to tell me the truth; I was too big for my age. Constantly being put down by myself, I joined 24 Hour Fitness’ beginners program. With the help from others and the personal trainers that work there, I am now at my lightest. I lost 66 lbs. in 3 months and I have maintained my weight since then. I could not do it without the help of those members at 24 Hour Fitness. These machines need to be placed further apart from each other. Some of the members at 24 Hour Fitness have complained about the machines being too close. While a member is in their “zone”, it...
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...“Just do it!” This is what I am constantly being told from my personal trainer when I work out at the YMCA to stay motivated to keep in shape. Fitness and health is the form of a person’s wellbeing by staying healthy and in shape. Eating healthy foods while working out and staying well hydrated is the healthiest way to becoming fit. Fitness and health can be well-defined three different ways such as mentally, physically and socially. First, fitness and health can be defined mentally by being psychologically prepared and being aware that making a change is possible. Having a positive outlook on life can be the difference between success and failure when it comes to change and improvement in one’s lifestyle. Thinking about all the positive things is what really helps while working out and staying healthy. Many people like to think about how great they will feel after they exercise and use it as motivation to keep working. Others also treat themselves to a healthy treat after. It is good idea to set some type of fitness or health goal, whether it is being mentally prepared or be willing to change the negative life style to a positive one. Second, fitness and health can be defined by being physically in shape. Working out is the main factor that will get one’s body to be physically fit. Eating healthy foods help the body with proper amount of nutrients to stay healthy. It is important to consume a decent amount of protein prior to exercising. Protein gives the body the...
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