1. SMART Fitness Plan! 1. Question & Research Task
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SMART Fitness Plan! 1. Question & Research Task
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SMART is a goal setting formula designed to help people reach realistic goals. What does SMART or S.M.A.R.T mean?
S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym meaning:
Specific, Significant, Strategic
Measurable, Meaningful, Motivational
Attainable, Achievable, Adjustable
Relevant, Realistic, Results
Timely, Tractable, Tangible
Have you ever set a goal for yourself?
Were you able to achieve your goal? Why or why not?
Image Source: Goal Setting Basics
In this Slam Dunk, you will conduct brief, focused research to respond to the inquiry question:
How are SMART goals and the activity pyramid implemented into a fitness program plan?

2. 2. Information Sources
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Use these resources to complete the student activity on slide 3:
The Importance of S.M.A.R.T. Goals: University of California physical trainers discusses fitness and SMART goals.
Activity Pyramid: An activity pyramid and explanation from WellSpan Health.
Understanding the Physical Activity Pyramid: Chapter 1 of the Safari Montage video “The Physical Activity Pyramid”.
Developing Physical Fitness: World Book Encyclopedia article.
Aerobic Activities: Chapter 3 of the Safari Montage video “The Physical Activity Pyramid”.
Flexibility Exercises: Chapter 5 of the Safari Montage video “The Physical Activity Pyramid”.
Flexibility: Chapter 1 of the Safari Montage video “Flexibility”.
Muscle Fitness Exercises: Chapter 6 of the Safari Montage video “The Physical Activity Pyramid”.
Muscle Fitness: Chapter 1 of the Safari Montage video “Muscle Fitness”. Also discusses muscle endurance.
Assessing Levels of Body Composition: Chapter 3 of the Safari Montage video “Body Composition”.
Understanding the Results of Body Composition: Chapter 4 of the Safari Montage video “Body Composition”.

3. 3. Student Activity
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It is essential the SMART goal setting formula is incorporated into a fitness plan.
Use the resources on slide 2 to complete the three parts of your SMART notes organizer.
Download the SMART notes organizers to complete each task:
Organizer PART ONE
Organizer PART TWO
Organizer PART THREE
On your organizer:
Complete part one of your note sheet using the SMART Formula.
Complete part two of your notes sheet using the physical activity pyramid resources.
Examine the resources on types of fitness to complete part three of your note sheet.
Image Source: WellSpan

4. 4. Assessment Activity
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How are SMART goals and the activity pyramid implemented into a fitness program plan?
Scenario:
You are a certified health coach.
A family member has hired you to help them achieve a fitness goal.
Develop a fitness profile for your family member that incorporates:
Goals: Using the SMART Formula based on your family member’s age, gender, current activity level. Download this organizer to record your client’s goals: Client Goals Organizer
Fitness Plan: Complete the two week program planning template for your family member. Make sure you use the rubric. Download this organizer to record your client’s fitness plan: Client Fitness Plan
Select the image above to view a large infographic of the American Heart Association’s physical activity recommendations for adults.
Image Source: American Heart Association

5. 5. Enrichment Activities
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Create an infographic about the benefits of using the SMART goal setting formula with a fitness plan.
Use the resources on slide 2 to assist.
If you need more resources, try searching the databases on the BCPS One Digital Content page:
BCPS Digital Content Page
Use one of these presentation tools to create your infographic:
Discovery Education Studio
Microsoft Word: Insert shapes, textboxes, and images
This infographic from Livestrong shows “7 Tips to Get Fit Without Going to the Gym”
Image Source: Livestrong

6. 6. Teacher Resources
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Learning Standards Alignment
BCPS Curriculum / Maryland State Curriculum
Standard 3: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
S3.H11 Assessment and Program Planning
S3.H11.L2 Develops and maintains a fitness portfolio (e.g., assessment scores, goals for improvement, plan of activities for improvement, log of activities being done to reach goals, timeline for improvement).
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy
Reading: 1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.
Writing: 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
AASL Standards Framework for Learners Inquire: Build new knowledge by inquiring, thinking critically, identifying problems, and developing strategies for solving problems.
Think: Learners display curiosity and initiative by:
I.A.2 Recalling prior and background knowledge as context for new meaning.
Create: Learners engage with new knowledge by following a process that includes:
I.B.1 Using evidence to investigate questions. I.B.3 Generating products that illustrate learning.
Share: Learners adapt, communicate, and exchange learning products with others in a cycle that includes:
I.C.1 Interacting with content presented by others.
Grow: Learners participate in an ongoing inquiry-based process by:
I.D.2 Engaging in sustained inquiry.
P21 Framework: 21st Century Student Outcomes
3. Information, Media & Technology Skills: Information Literacy: Access information efficiently and effectively; Use information accurately and creatively for the issue or problem at hand.
ICT Literacy: Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate information.
High School Health & Physical Education
Objective: Students will be able to conduct brief, focused research in order to understand the SMART goals formula’s connection to fitness plans by developing fitness goals and a fitness plan for a client.
Time Frame: minute class period
Differentiation strategies for this lesson:
Have students use learning supports provided in any BCPS-licensed Digital Content included in this lesson. Refer to Digital Content Snapshots & Support resources for as needed.
Notes to the teacher:
Collaborate with your school library media specialist to plan and implement this lesson.
Last updated: July Report broken links to BCPS Library Media Programs & Digital Resources BCPS Slam Dunk Research Model, Copyright 2018, Baltimore County Public Schools, MD, all rights reserved. This lesson may be used for educational, non-profit school use only. All other uses, transmissions, and duplications are prohibited unless permission is granted expressly. This lesson is based on Dr. Jamie McKenzie’s Slam Dunk Digital Lesson model.