Achieving and MaintainingPhysical Fitness

8th Grade P.E.Coach Harriman

Objectives:• 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

How do I determine how fit I am?Cardiovascular health

Aerobic activity: running, cardio machines, swimming Monitor heart rate before, during, after

StrengthUpper body

Bench press, curls, push-ups, pull-upsLower body and core

Leg press, squats, leg curls, sit-upsFlexibility

V-sit reach, straddle

Evaluation ChartFlexibility InchesV-Sit reach

Straddle

Cardio Health

Resting HR

Active HR

Resting HR*

Aerobic Activity

Strength

BenchWt/reps

CurlsWt/reps

Push ups per 2 min

Pull ups per 2 min

Upper Body

Strength

Leg pressWt/reps

SquatsWt/reps

Leg curlsWt/reps

Situps per 2 min

Lower Body

*1 minute after completing activity

National Standards

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For a chart of standards for each award, and specific instructions for proper assessment

How fit do I want to be?• World Class Athlete

• Athletic

• Active

• Couch Potato

So how do I do it?Make the commitment to startSet goals

Weight/size, Body fat %, participate in a race/competition, game

Make them reasonable and attainableSchedule time for activityDecide what type of activityGet equipment, clothing, footwear, etc.

required Get to and STICK TO IT!!