Samantha Trapp
The goal of this project is to identify equipment and software for enhancing the Fitness component in the Physical Education program
Newer/ updated information for exercise Type of exercise vs. amount of exercise Health-Related fitness components View increase/decrease in fitness Compare to local/ similar districts Compare overall district health status FITNESSGRAM
Value: Online chart for students, teachers, parents Value: Records fitness information Use: Provides workout information for parents-students Cost: Varies by number of students in school Purchase at: Fitnessgram official website
Stationary bike with a monitor Over 40 path. Guide Challenges, Pacer, Interactive Games, and Group Rides. Works both mind and body. Adult and child sizes.
Used: Fitness Center/ Weight Room. Value: Challenge students, workout, competition, fitness for life. Purchase at: Fitness Superstore. $1, p/s2.htm?gclid=CLPUzrz_4bUCFYSe4AodrHcAeQ
Outdoor treasure hunting game. Fun, interactive activity. Teaches the use of GPS. Challenges body and mind. Log for findings.
Uses: Students learn to use everyday equipment. Uses: Involved in reading and writing skills. Value: Program is free, device is needed. Value: Can purchase device or use Smartphone. Purchase at: Geocaching official website. Cost: $69.99, Starter kit: $
Works cardiovascular endurance and muscular endurance. Angle of wall adjusts. Adjustable speed. Calculates time and distance. Freestanding or wall mount.
Uses: Introduces activities outside the classroom. Value: Leaves space on floor. Value: Comes with all equipment needed. Purchase at: The Active Gaming Company. Cost: $7,950.
Creates a workout with your equipment. Specifically developed for the individual. Informs users of healthy eating habits. Availability to change workout routines. Log for workouts.
Uses: Introducing students to the fitness center. Value: Incorporates fitness and dieting for life. Purchase at: Activtrax official website. Cost: Basic Facility members $11.99 per month or $99. for the year in full.
Enhance our goal of “fitness for life.” Teaching use of equipment in everyday life. Developing a variety of fitness activities. Knowledge to live a healthy active lifestyle. Improving students overall health.