Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program Chapter 7

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Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program Chapter 7 Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts

Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program Chapter 7 Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Developing a Personal Fitness Plan 1. Set goals 2. Select activities 3. Set a

Developing a Personal Fitness Plan 1. Set goals 2. Select activities 3. Set a target frequency, intensity, and time for each activity 4. Set up a system of mini-goals and rewards 5. Include lifestyle physical activity in your program 6. Develop tools for monitoring your progress 7. Make a commitment Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

1. Set Goals Ø Set general and specific goals Ø Set long-term and short-term

1. Set Goals Ø Set general and specific goals Ø Set long-term and short-term goals Ø Set realistic goals Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

2. Select Activities ØSelect activities for each component of health-related fitness § § §

2. Select Activities ØSelect activities for each component of health-related fitness § § § Cardiorespiratory endurance Muscular strength Muscular endurance Flexibility Healthy body composition Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

2. Select Activities Ø Consider the following: § § § Fun and interest Your

2. Select Activities Ø Consider the following: § § § Fun and interest Your current skill and fitness level Time and convenience Cost Any special health needs Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

3. Set Targets for FITT Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in

3. Set Targets for FITT Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

4. Set Up a System of Mini. Goals and Rewards ØBreak specific goals into

4. Set Up a System of Mini. Goals and Rewards ØBreak specific goals into several steps ØSet a target date for each step ØAllow several weeks between mini-goals Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

5. Include Lifestyle Physical Activity in Program ØBe more active during your daily routine

5. Include Lifestyle Physical Activity in Program ØBe more active during your daily routine ØUse your health journal to track your activities Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

6. Develop Tools for Monitoring Your Progress Ø Sample program log Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit &

6. Develop Tools for Monitoring Your Progress Ø Sample program log Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

6. Develop Tools for Monitoring Your Progress Ø Sample program progress graph Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit

6. Develop Tools for Monitoring Your Progress Ø Sample program progress graph Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

7. Make a Commitment Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical

7. Make a Commitment Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Putting Your Plan into Action 4 Start slowly and increase fitness gradually 4 Find

Putting Your Plan into Action 4 Start slowly and increase fitness gradually 4 Find an exercise buddy 4 Vary your activities (cross-training) 4 Cycle the volume and intensity of your workouts 4 Adapt to changing environments and schedules 4 Expect fluctuations and lapses Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Maintaining Your Program: Fit for Life 4 Be safe 4 Have several exercise options

Maintaining Your Program: Fit for Life 4 Be safe 4 Have several exercise options 4 Keep an exercise journal 4 Reward yourself 4 Choose other healthy lifestyle behaviors Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Choosing Exercise Footwear 4 Consider activities, location and intensity of workouts, and foot type

Choosing Exercise Footwear 4 Consider activities, location and intensity of workouts, and foot type 4 Check fit and style carefully Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Sleep 4 The amount of sleep each person needs varies, but many people do

Sleep 4 The amount of sleep each person needs varies, but many people do not obtain enough sleep. 4 Everyone needs both rapid-eye movement (REM) and non-REM sleep. During REM sleep, a person’s brain activity is high and he or she dreams continuously. Non-REM sleep is characterized by a slow and even brain wave pattern. Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Sleep Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness,

Sleep Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Exercise Guidelines for People With Special Health Concerns 4 Regular, appropriate exercise is safe

Exercise Guidelines for People With Special Health Concerns 4 Regular, appropriate exercise is safe and beneficial for many people with chronic conditions 4 Arthritis 4 Asthma 4 Diabetes 4 Heart disease and hypertension 4 Obesity 4 Osteoporosis Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education

Exercise Guidelines for Life Stages 4 Children and adolescents 4 Pregnant women 4 Older

Exercise Guidelines for Life Stages 4 Children and adolescents 4 Pregnant women 4 Older adults Fahey/Insel/Roth, Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, Chapter 7 © Mc. Graw-Hill Higher Education