LEARNING OBJECTIVES Determine the importance of Physical Activity. Identify the health benefit of doing the Physical Activity. PATHFIT 1
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL FITNESS IT IS A STATE OF HEALTH AND WELL-BEING THAT ALLOWS INDIVIDUALS TO PERFORM DAILY ACTIVITIES WITH VIGOR, REDUCE THE RISK OF HEALTH PROBLEMS, AND MANAGE STRESS EFFECTIVELY. STRENGTH ENDURANCE FLEXIBILITY BALANCE BODY COMPOSITION WHAT IS PHYSICAL FITNESS? COMPONENTS PATHFIT 1
IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL FITNESS BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL HEALTH BENEFITS FOR MENTAL HEALTH LONG-TERM IMPACT Reduces risk of chronic diseases Improves cardiovascular health Strengthens muscles and bones Enhances mood Reduces anxiety and depression Improves sleep quality Promotes longevity and quality of life + PATHFIT 1
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS Cardiorespiratory Endurance The ability of the heart, lungs, and circulatory system to supply oxygen during sustained physical activity PATHFIT 1 +
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS 2. Muscular Strength The amount of force a muscles can exert. The ability to exert maximum force in a single effort. PATHFIT 1 +
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS 3. Muscular Endurance The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to perform repetitive contractions over time. The ability to sustain repeated contractions over a period. PATHFIT 1 +
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS 4. Flexibility The range of motion available at a joint. PATHFIT 1 +
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS 5. Body Composition The ratio of fat to lean tissue in the body. Methods of measurement: BMI Skinfold measurement Bioelectrical Impedance PATHFIT 1 +
PRINCIPLES OF FITNESS TRAINING + Overload Principle To improve fitness, the body or specific muscles must be stressed beyond normal levels. Specificity Exercise should be relevant and appropriate to the sport the individual is training to produce a training effect. Reversibility Fitness improvements are lost when demands on the body are lowered + + PATHFIT 1 +
HOW TO DESIGN A FITNESS PROGRAM Set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). GYM PRESENTATION Schedule regular sessions and allow time for recovery. Adjust the program as fitness levels improve. Include a variety of exercises targeting all components of fitness.