EF205 -Scientific Foundations of Exercise and Fitness –Seminar 5 Dr. Hector R. Morales-Negron Evaluating Health

Today Health Screening Process Precautions while evaluating Health Exercise Testing Contraindications to Exercise Testing Steps of Goal Setting

Evaluating Health Status Categories M edical history review R isk factor assessment and stratification P rescribed medications L evel of physical activity E stablish if physician consent is necessary A dminister fitness tests and evaluate results S et up exercise prescription E valuate progress with follow-up test

Preparticipation Questionnaire Concerns PAR-Q versus HSQ  A PAR-Q is appropriate when individuals want to engage exclusively in light- to moderate-intensity exercise activities  An HSQ allows fitness professionals to identify medical contraindications to exercise, risk factors, and lifestyle behaviors that may affect an individual’s ability to exercise safely

Fitness Testing Common measurements obtained at rest include the following:  Heart rate  Blood pressure  Percent body fat  Waist circumference  Low-back flexibility  BMI Common measurements obtained while the participant is exercising include the following:  Heart rate  Blood pressure  Rating of perceived exertion  VO 2 max.

Exercise Prescription An appropriate exercise prescription should be designed in consideration of the following: Individual’s health status Fitness test results Personal goals

Changing Health or Fitness Status Individuals who develop symptoms suggestive of cardiac, pulmonary, or metabolic disease should be referred to a physician. Moderate and vigorous exercise should be discontinued if the following situations arise:  Significant musculoskeletal problems aggravated with activity  Abnormal HR or BP responses to physical activity  Severe psychological problems  Drug and alcohol abuse problems

Principles of Effective Goal Setting Identify your Current Status Set Specific Goals Set Moderately Difficult but Realistic Goals Set Long- and Short – Term Goals Set Performance Goals, as well as Outcome Goals Record your Goal – Tell Someone about them Develop Goal Achievement Strategies Gain Goal Commitment Evaluate and Adapt Goals

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