2. 8 th Grade P.E. Coach Harriman

3. Evaluate current fitness level Compare fitness level to national standards Determine optimal desired fitness level, set goals Devise a plan to achieve goals South Carolina Standards: 8.4.1, 8.4.2, 8.4.3

4. How do I determine how fit I am? Cardiovascular health Aerobic activity: running, cardio machines, swimming Monitor heart rate before, during, after Strength Upper body Bench press, curls, push-ups, pull-ups Lower body and core Leg press, squats, leg curls, sit-ups Flexibility V-sit reach, straddle

5. Evaluation Chart Flexibility Inches V-Sit reach Straddle Cardio Health Resting HR Active HR Resting HR* Aerobic Activity Strength Bench Wt/ reps Curls Wt/ reps Push ups per 2 min Pull ups per 2 min Upper Body Strength Leg press Wt/ reps Squats Wt/ reps Leg curls Wt/ reps Sit ups per 2 min Lower Body *1 minute after completing activity

6. National Standards For a chart of standards for each award, and specific instructions for proper assessment

7. How fit do I want to be? World Class Athlete Athletic Active Couch Potato

8. So how do I do it? Make the commitment to start Set goals Weight/size, Body fat %, participate in a race/competition, game Make them reasonable and attainable Schedule time for activity Decide what type of activity Get equipment, clothing, footwear, etc. required Get to and STICK TO IT!!