Fitness for Life Updated

Fitness for Life Updated
Author: Charles B. Corbin
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 526
Release: 2006-03-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1492582387

The e-book for Fitness for Life, Updated Fifth Edition allows you to highlight, take notes, and easily use all the material in the book in seconds. The e-book is delivered through Adobe Digital Editions® and when purchased through the Human Kinetics site, access to the content is immediately granted when your order is received. Fitness for Life is the original and best-selling high school text for promoting lifelong physical activity and healthy lifestyles that result in lifelong fitness, wellness, and health. Fitness for Life has been updated to make it better than ever. The updated edition retains the strengths of the fifth edition and has been enhanced with a test bank, an online study guide, and an array of other new features to keep teachers and students on the cutting edge. Fitness for Life helps students to -meet national, state, and local physical education grade-level standards; -learn about and meet national health goals for the year 2010; -become informed consumers on matters related to lifelong physical activity and fitness; -learn self-management skills that lead to adopting healthy lifestyles; -take personal responsibility for program planning and setting individualized goals; -recognize and overcome the barriers to reaching their activity and fitness goals; -use technology to promote healthy living and to separate fact from fiction; and -assess personal progress using a variety of tools, including FITNESSGRAM/ACTIVITYGRAM. The book's pedagogically sound format includes lesson objectives that are consistent with state and national health and fitness goals. The chapter and unit structure is consistent with a school-year structure and works with your schedule no matter what schedule you're on! The following are new features in the Updated Fifth Edition: -New focus on MyPyramid and the 2005 dietary guidelines -Online study guide and test bank -Increased emphasis on diversity awareness -Wrap-around lesson plans to accompany lesson plan book and CD-ROM -And much more—request a desk copy to see! View chapter excerpt and ancillary samples at www.FitnessforLife.org! Every chapter of the fully updated student text includes the following elements: -Two lessons designed for the classroom portion of the class -Three activities designed for use in the activity portion of the class -A self-assessment that helps students to build a fitness profile to be used in program planning -A taking charge feature designed to reinforce self-management skills and concepts -A self-management skill feature that includes guidelines for learning self-management skills and reinforces taking charge -A chapter review New ancillaries beef up already comprehensive ancillaries -The teacher ancillary package includes the following: -Lesson plans in CD-ROM and book format—Daily lesson plans guide teachers in working through the material and integrating the other ancillaries. -Wrap-around lesson plans—A wrap-around set of lesson plans is available for those schools that require or prefer this format. -CD-ROM and print version of teacher resources and materials—Includes worksheets, quizzes, blackline masters, and student workbooks. These can be copied from the print version or kept safe and printed out year after year from the CD-ROM. -CD-ROM of activity and vocabulary cards—This includes 8.5- x 11-inch cards depicting activities with instructions and vocabulary cards for use in studying fitness terminology covered in the book. -CD-ROM of the presentation package—This CD-ROM includes a PowerPoint presentation for every lesson in the book, making class time easy for you and more engaging for your students. -In-service DVD—Learn the program philosophy, objectives, and teaching strategies presented by Chuck Corbin. This DVD is useful for presenting your program's objectives to parents and administrators. -Spanish e-book on CD-ROM and online Spanish vocabulary—You'll find the full text in a Spanish translation on the CD-ROM, and all vocabulary is translated to Spanish on the Web site. -FitnessforLife.org Web site—The student text uses icons throughout to direct students to the Web site for more information. Additional content updates will continue to be added to the Web site as new information on health and wellness emerges. The Web site also includes the two newest ancillaries: -Online study guide—Use as a supplement to regular coursework, as an independent study for students who are unable to attend class, or as a make-up assignment for a student who missed a class. The online study guide also allows students to create online electronic portfolios that can be used as evidence of meeting physical education outcomes and standards. Access is free to teachers and students with an adoption of 25 or more copies. -Test bank—Quickly and easily create exams from more than 500 multiple-choice, essay, and matching questions. You can easily customize the exams to meet your needs, and you can make them unique for each class period you teach. -Award-winning DVDs—Two DVDs each include five 20-minute segments that illustrate key concepts, activities, and assessments featured in the text, including the Telly Award–winning segments. -The Lifetime Fitness DVD includes Introduction to Physical Activity, Cardiovascular Fitness, Muscle Fitness, Flexibility, and Body Composition. -The Wellness DVD includes Introduction to Wellness, Nutrition, Stress Management, the Activity Pyramid, and Planning Healthy Lifestyles. -Additional supplementary instructional materials are also available for purchase: -Physical Education Soundtracks—Two CDs contain the cadence for PACER and other fitness tests, music intervals, and music for exercise routines. -Physical Activity Pyramid Posters—Explains the FIT formula for all types of physical activities. How Fitness for Life Benefits Students -Fitness for Life helps students meet national, state, and local physical education standards and helps students achieve national health goals outlined in Healthy People 2010. -Fitness for Life is based on the HELP philosophy, which specifies the goal of promoting health for everyone with an emphasis on lifetime activity designed to meet personal needs. -Fitness for Life helps students learn the value and benefits of lifelong physical activity. Just as important, they learn that physical activity can and should be fun—and thus they are more likely to become and remain active throughout their lives. -Students learn how to create an activity and fitness plan, set individual goals, assess their status and progress, manage their time and responsibilities, and overcome barriers to regular physical activity. They learn to use technology to benefit their fitness rather than detract from it. And they experience the various components of health-related fitness, activity, and wellness through participation in the many labs and activities that are a crucial part of the Fitness for Life program. -Fitness for Life enables students to have success, build confidence in their ability to lead an active lifestyle, and take control of their own health. And research has shown that the program is effective in promoting physically active behavior after students finish school. -Fitness for Life complements the total learning process, contributing learning experiences in science, math, and language arts, including extensive vocabulary enhancement. How Fitness for Life Benefits Teachers -Teachers can present this course knowing that it is consistent with national and state standards. -Fitness for Life helps students understand lifelong fitness concepts and learn the keys to adopting and maintaining healthy behavior throughout their lives. -The program is easily adaptable to any schedule and includes block plans of all types. -The organization of the text and the comprehensive ancillaries make teaching this course as simple as possible, with a minimum of preparation time—even for those with no experience in teaching this type of course. -Workbooks and materials completed by students in the online study guide can be used in creating student portfolios that provide evidence of students' accomplishment of national, state, and local outcomes and standards. Compatibility With FITNESSGRAM®/ACTIVITYGRAM® and Physical Best Author Chuck Corbin has been a member of the FITNESSGRAM/ACTIVITYGRAM Scientific Advisory Board since its inception. The FITNESSGRAM/ACTIVITYGRAM assessments embedded in the Fitness for Life self-assessment program—as well as the book's approach to teaching health-related fitness and physical activity—are consistent with the stated philosophy of the FITNESSGRAM/ACTIVITYGRAM Scientific Advisory Board. Fitness for Life is also fully compatible with Physical Best resources; in fact, the Physical Best program offers teacher training for Fitness for Life course instructors. All three programs are based on the HELP philosophy, which promotes health for everyone with a focus on lifetime activity of a personal nature. Dr. Corbin is recognized nationally and internationally as the leader in teaching health-related fitness and activity to middle and high school students. He wrote the first high school textbook on this subject, which has often been imitated but never equaled. Dr. Corbin has received numerous national awards in physical education and has authored, coauthored, or edited more than 70 books and videos. Fitness for Life (winner of the Texty Award of the Text and Academic Authors Association), Concepts of Physical Fitness (winner of the McGuffey Award), and Concepts of Fitness and Wellness are the most widely adopted high school and college texts in the area of fitness and wellness. Two of Dr. Corbin's video programs have earned Telly Awards for Excellence for educational videos. He is first author of the national physical activity standards for children, published by COPEC and NASPE. Adobe Digital Editions® System Requirements Windows -Microsoft® Windows® 2000 with Service Pack 4, Windows XP with Service Pack 2, or Windows Vista® (Home Basic 32-bit and Business 64-bit editions supported) -Intel® Pentium® 500MHz processor -128MB of RAM -800x600 monitor resolution Mac PowerPC -Mac OS X v10.4.10 or v10.5 -PowerPC® G4 or G5 500MHz processor -128MB of RAM Intel® -Mac OS X v10.4.10 or v10.5 -500MHz processor -128MB of RAM Supported browsers and Adobe Flash versions Windows -Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or 7, Mozilla Firefox 2 -Adobe Flash® Player 7, 8, or 9 (Windows Vista requires Flash 9.0.28 to address a known bug) Mac -Apple Safari 2.0.4, Mozilla Firefox 2 -Adobe Flash Player 8 or 9 Supported devices -Sony® Reader PRS-505 Language versions -English -French -German

Fitness for Life

Fitness for Life
Author: Charles B. Corbin
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 624
Release: 2007
Genre: Exercise
ISBN: 9780736066761

A high school textbook designed to promote lifelong fitness and well-being, encouraging students to develop an effective, entertaining exercise and nutrition program, explaining the benefits of good health and describing various types of fitness activities.

Fit for Life: A New Beginning

Fit for Life: A New Beginning
Author: Harvey Diamond
Publisher: Kensington Books
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2010-12-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0758263287

Backed by a new infomercial, this thoroughly revised and updated resource presents a simple, natural eating program for permanent weight loss and healthy living that, with a proper combination of foods, enhances the body's metabolic processes, reduces weight, lowers cholesterol and much more. Reprint.

Fit for Life

Fit for Life
Author: Barrett Williams
Publisher: Barrett Williams
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2024-10-17
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN:

Unlock the secret to a healthier, more vibrant life with "Fit for Life," the ultimate guide to building a sustainable and enjoyable fitness journey. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just beginning to explore the world of exercise, this comprehensive eBook will empower you to transform your lifestyle and achieve the well-being you desire. Dive into the essentials with Chapter 1 as it unravels the true meaning of fitness and introduces you to the components of a balanced routine. In Chapter 2, discover the art of setting realistic fitness goals using SMART strategies, ensuring that your objectives align seamlessly with your busy lifestyle. Track your progress and celebrate each milestone along the way. With Chapter 3, design a personalized fitness plan tailored just for you. Assess your current fitness level, integrate workouts into your schedule, and find the perfect balance between cardio, strength, and flexibility. Energize your mornings with Chapter 4's quick routines that jumpstart your day and nurture a motivational atmosphere from the early hours. Maximize your midday with cutting-edge techniques in Chapter 5, making lunchtime exercise both efficient and rewarding. Learn to manage post-work energy levels in Chapter 6, incorporating evening routines that not only relax but also enhance your sleep quality. Integrate movement seamlessly into everyday life with Chapter 7's creative strategies, turning regular activities and chores into opportunities for fitness. Discover the critical role of nutrition in Chapter 8, with straightforward guidelines and meal planning tips for busy individuals. Adaptability is key, and Chapter 9 equips you with strategies for maintaining fitness during life's transitions, from changing seasons to traveling. Build a support network and leverage technology for accountability with Chapter 10. Overcome obstacles in Chapter 11 and cultivate mindfulness in your workouts with Chapter 12's focus on the mind-body connection. Chapter 13 reveals long-term strategies for sustained success, while Chapter 14 inspires with real-life stories and testimonials. Conclude your journey with encouraging insights and resources in Chapter 15, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of fitness. Embrace the opportunity to transform your fitness journey with "Fit for Life" – your roadmap to enduring health and happiness.

Health and Fitness for Life

Health and Fitness for Life
Author: Raschel Larsen
Publisher: Chemeketa Press
Total Pages: 730
Release: 2022-09-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1955499128

Health and Fitness for Life is an introductory college textbook that shows students how to improve their habits related to physical activity, eating, or stress management. With a focus on real-world activities and practices for increasing overall wellness, this book includes grounded examples of practical health-based situations and healthy choices from diverse perspectives that will give students strategies for identifying and improving areas of their health. This book covers the basics of exercise and healthy living, as well as more advanced topics, including: • Cardiorespiratory fitness • Muscular strength and endurance • Flexibility training and mobility • Body composition • Nutrition planning and guidance • Stress management • Chronic and infectious disease • Substance use and abuse • Environmental health This book’s data-driven study of health and fitness is goal-oriented, instructive, and encouraging for students of varying backgrounds and states of wellness. The approach in these pages creates relevant links between guidance from official health organizations and everyday life. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re looking to improve habits related to physical activity, eating, or stress management, or to better understand your place in the world as a healthy individual. Written by community college health faculty, Health and Fitness for Life blends down-to-earth instructional text with numerous examples of relevant situations and outcomes for students from all demographics.

Fitness for Life

Fitness for Life
Author: Dolly Lambdin
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2010
Genre: Education
ISBN: 073608603X

A program that focuses attention on schoolwide wellness during four weeks of the school year. Helps schools incorporate coordinated activities that will enable them to meet national standards and guidelines for physical activity and nutrition. Includes lesson plans for physical education, physical activities for the classroom, and whole-school events and activities.

Physical Best Activity Guide

Physical Best Activity Guide
Author: Physical Best (Program)
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2011
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0736081178

Physical Best Activity Guide: Elementary Level, Third Edition, presents fun activities that help students gain the knowledge, skills, appreciation, and confidence they need to lead active, healthy lives, regardless of physical and mental abilities or disabilities. It includes instructions on adapting 78 activities for kids of all skill levels and a CD-ROM with numerous reproducibles.

Fitness for Life Canada

Fitness for Life Canada
Author: Le Masurier, Guy C.
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 544
Release: 2016-12-09
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1492511730

Fitness for Life Canada is an evidence-based program focused on shifting teens from dependence to independence when it comes to healthy behaviours, including physical activity, fitness, and healthy eating. It includes an array of web-based resources for students and teachers and more than 100 lesson plans.

Heart Fitness for Life

Heart Fitness for Life
Author: Mary P. McGowan
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 340
Release: 1999-02-25
Genre: Heart
ISBN: 9780195129090

Identifies risk factors for heart disease, and offers advice on diet, exercise, stress, high blood pressure, and cholesterol.