muscular strength and endurance

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CHAPTER 6 -

CARDIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE

OBJECTIVES

Define cardiorespiratory endurance and describe the benefits of cardiorespiratory endurance training in maintaining health and well-being.

Define aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and give examples.

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.

Be able to interpret the results of cardiorespiratory endurance assessments according to health fitness and physical fitness standards.

Be able to estimate oxygen uptake and caloric expenditure from walking and jogging.

Determine your readiness to start an exercise program.

Explain the principles that govern cardiorespiratory exercise prescription: intensity, mode, duration, and frequency.

Learn some ways to foster adherence to exercise.

CHAPTER 7 -

MUSCULAR STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE

OBJECTIVES

Explain the importance of adequate strength levels in maintaining good health and well-being.

Clarify misconceptions about strength fitness.

Define muscular strength and muscular endurance.

Be able to assess muscular strength and endurance and learn to interpret test results according to health fitness and physical fitness standards.

Identify the factors that affect strength.

Understand the principles of overload and specificity of training for strength development.

Become acquainted with two distinct strength-training programs—core strength training and Pilates.

OBJECTIVES Chapter 9 -

Learn the benefits of good skill-related fitness.

Identify and define the six components of skill-related fitness.

Become familiar with performance tests to assess skill-related fitness.

Dispel common misconceptions related to physical fitness and wellness.

Become aware of safety considerations for exercising.

Learn concepts for preventing and treating injuries.

Describe the relationship between fitness and aging.

Be able to write a comprehensive fitness program.

CHAPTER 10 -

STRESS MANAGEMENT

OBJECTIVES

Define stress, eustress, and distress.

Explain the role of stress in maintaining health and optimal performance.

Identify the major sources of stress in life.

Define the two major types of behavior patterns.

Learn to lower your vulnerability to stress.

Develop time-management skills.

Define the role of physical exercise in reducing stress.

Describe and learn to use various stress-management techniques.

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