CHAPTER 6 -
OBJECTIVES
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Define cardiorespiratory endurance and describe the benefits of cardiorespiratory endurance training in maintaining health and well-being.
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Define aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and give examples.
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Be able to assess cardiorespiratory fitness through five different test protocols: 1.5-Mile Run Test, 1.0-Mile
Walk Test, Step Test, Astrand-Ryhming Test, and 12-Minute Swim Test.
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Be able to interpret the results of cardiorespiratory endurance assessments according to health fitness and physical fitness standards.
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Be able to estimate oxygen uptake and caloric expenditure from walking and jogging.
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Determine your readiness to start an exercise program.
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Explain the principles that govern cardiorespiratory exercise prescription: intensity, mode, duration, and frequency.
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Learn some ways to foster adherence to exercise.
CHAPTER 7 -
OBJECTIVES
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Explain the importance of adequate strength levels in maintaining good health and well-being.
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Clarify misconceptions about strength fitness.
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Define muscular strength and muscular endurance.
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Be able to assess muscular strength and endurance and learn to interpret test results according to health fitness and physical fitness standards.
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Identify the factors that affect strength.
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Understand the principles of overload and specificity of training for strength development.
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Become acquainted with two distinct strength-training programs—core strength training and Pilates.
OBJECTIVES Chapter 9 -
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Learn the benefits of good skill-related fitness.
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Identify and define the six components of skill-related fitness.
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Become familiar with performance tests to assess skill-related fitness.
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Dispel common misconceptions related to physical fitness and wellness.
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Become aware of safety considerations for exercising.
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Learn concepts for preventing and treating injuries.
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Describe the relationship between fitness and aging.
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Be able to write a comprehensive fitness program.
CHAPTER 10 -
OBJECTIVES
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Define stress, eustress, and distress.
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Explain the role of stress in maintaining health and optimal performance.
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Identify the major sources of stress in life.
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Define the two major types of behavior patterns.
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Learn to lower your vulnerability to stress.
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Develop time-management skills.
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Define the role of physical exercise in reducing stress.
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Describe and learn to use various stress-management techniques.