Fit for Life

9th Grade Physical Education

 

What is this class?

n     Its a Physical Education Elective.

n     Its an activity class.

n     It is not a sports class.

n     The focus of this class is health-related fitness.  We will be learning about and implementing it’s components.

 

General Weekly Format

n     2 Days = Aerobic Activity

n     2 Days = Strength Training

n     1 Day = ?

                   Possibilities:

                   Lecture, Internet

                   Research, Another

                   Aerobic or Strength Day,

                   Game Day.

 

Topics We Will Cover

n     Fitness Components:

u  Aerobic Endurance

u  Muscular Strength

u  Muscular Endurance

u  Flexibility

n     Nutrition

n     Fitness Testing & Assessment

n     Goal Setting

 

More Topics

n     Fitness Programming

n     Anatomy

n     Heart Rate & Heart Rate Monitors

n     And other things that come up along the way!

 

Grading

n     60% = Activity Points

u  4 Points per day:

« 2 Points:  Participation

« 1 Point:  Proper Dress

« 1 Point:  Squad Point

n     40% = Tests & Assignments

u  Fitness Plan

u  Fitness Log

u  Tests/Exams/Quizzes

u  Paper & Other Assignments

 

* Late assignments will be docked 10% for every day that they are turned in late.

 

Required Clothing

n     For inside activity:

u  Athletic shoes – no cleats, boots, flats, or dress shoes.

u  Shorts, sweats, or wind pants – no jeans or khakis.

u  T-shirt or sweatshirt.

 

Required Clothing

n     Outside Clothing:  We will be going outside on a regular basis.  Proper outdoor clothing is a must for winter activity, including:

u  Warm Coat

u  Hat

u  Gloves or mittens

u  Boots

u  An extra layer (like wind-pants) is also recommended.

 

Other Things Required

n     You will need to bring a 3-ring binder that you can keep in the fitness center. 

n     We will be using them for the fitness logs, assignments, and a way to keep handouts organized.

 

Dress Policy

n     The following policies will be in effect this year for not being properly dressed for class:

u  1st miss = free

u  2nd miss = SLC for that class period

u  3rd miss = SLC & 2 hrs detention

u  4th miss = SLC, 2 hrs detention & Saturday School

 

Questions?

            *  If you have any questions, feel free to ask Mr. Meier at any time!