1 introduction to fitness and wellness

*Health, Wellness, Fitnessand Healthy Lifestyles:An Introduction

Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*The Wellness ContinuumILLNESSWELLNESS neutral point (no illness or wellness)

Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e

Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Years of Healthy Life64 yrs.Total Lifespan (76.7 Years)12.7 yrs


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Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Treatment vs. Promotion


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Wellness is Multi-DimensionalWellness is the positive component of good health and includes different dimensions


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*The Dimensions of Wellness-+DepressedHappyEmotional-MentalIgnorantInformedIntellectualUnfitFitPhysicalLonelyInvolvedSocialUnfulfilledFulfilledSpiritualNegativePositiveTotal Outlook Lab 1a info


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Integration of Wellness Dimensions P = Physical I = Intellectual E = Emotional SP = Spiritual S = Social SISPEESPSP


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Achieving Wellness Wellness is the product of healthy lifestyles just like fitness is the product of regular exercise


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Healthy LifestylesRegular physical activityEating wellManaging stress Avoiding destructive habitsPracticing safe sexAdopting good safety habitsLearning first aidAdopting good personal health habitsSeeking and complying with medical adviceBeing an informed consumerProtecting the environment


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Factors Influencing Health, Wellness and Fitness


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Priority Lifestyles for Good HealthThree priority areas:Physical activity, nutrition, stress managementReasons why these lifestyles are especially critical:They effect the lives of all peopleMany can make improvementsSmall changes can have a major impact on individual and public health


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Physical ActivityPhysical activity is a priority lifestyle that impacts health, wellness and fitness


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Need for FitnessNeed for fitnessEffective workGood healthFace emergenciesEnjoyable leisureValue of fitnessLook goodFeel goodEnjoy lifeBe healthy


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Whos the Fittest?ABCD


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Fitness is Multi-DimensionalDifferent activities require different combinations of skills and abilities!


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Types of Fitness Health-related fitness Skill-related fitness


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Health Related FitnessCardiovascular enduranceMuscular enduranceMuscular strengthFlexibilityBody composition


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Skill Related FitnessAgilityBalanceCoordinationSpeedPowerReaction time


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Value of Fitness AssessmentsIndicate areas needed for improvement in health or performance Provide baseline marker to track progress in exercise programsPromote personal knowledge about skills and abilities


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*A personal philosophy that emphasizes HEALTH can lead to behaviors that promote it. EVERYONE can benefit from healthy lifestyles regardless of age or current health status.Healthy behaviors are most effective when practiced for a LIFETIME.Healthy lifestyles should be based on PERSONAL needs and interests.Philosophy for the Course


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Goal of the Course for FitnessClimb the Stairway to Lifetime Fitness


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Web ResourcesChapter 1 SitesAmerican Medical Association (AMA) - www.ama-assn.org Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) www.cdc.govHealthfinder - www.healthfinder.orgHealth Canada www.hc-sc-caHealthy People 2010 - www.health.gov/healthypeopleMayo Clinic Web Site - www.mayohealth.org National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Publications www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/publicat.htm National Center for Health Statistics www.cdc.gov/nchs Presidents Council on Physical Fitness and Sports www.fitness.gov

Chapter 1 Supplemental Sites: WebMD.com www.webMD.com DrKoop.com www.DrKoop.com


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Lab 1a InformationWellness Self-PerceptionsComplete an evaluation of your current level of wellness by rating yourself in each of the 5 wellness dimensions.Discuss whether you agree with the results.Wellness reflects your overall outlook on life so self-perceptions are an effective way to examine your wellness


Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 5e*Lab 1b InformationFitness Stunts and Fitness EstimatesPerform stunts and fitness assessments to estimate your current level of fitness.Note: These assessments are designed to help learn the distinctions among the different dimensions of fitness. More comprehensive evaluations will be conducted later in the course.


2This lecture will cover the essential aspects of Wellness and how it relates to a healthy lifestyle.

Graphics for this presentation were provided from Corel and Polar Electro Oy. The images are the property of Corel and Polar. They are used here for educational purposes only and cannot be copied, modified, or reproduced in any manner. 5Wellness is most often viewed on a continuum. On one end is illness and the other end is wellness. The medical model typically views health as the absence of disease. From a wellness perspective, this is just the zero point (no illness or wellness). Just like there are many levels of illness there are many levels of wellness. The goal is to keep striving to be better.

3This diagram shows the breakdown of our lifespan. The average life expectancy is currently about 76 years. (For comparison life expectancy was 45 years in 1900). Most people, however, are only healthy for 64 years. Another 12 years are spent with comprised health or a reduced quality of life.

6This figure contrasts disease treatment w/ health promotion.

The typical medical model is oriented towards disease treatment. People get sick and then go to the doctor. A step better than this is to prevent disease before it occurs. Better still is the Wellness philosophy which is based on health promotion. By adopting positive health behaviors there is a reduced chance of becoming ill and requiring treatment.

A shocking statistic is that our government currently spends 97% of our health care expenses are spent on treatment and prevention. Only 3% for health promotion. (an analogy is not getting the oil changed in your car and then spending money on a new engine).

5Wellness is multidimensional. Being fit is not enough to be well.

8This chart examines each of the dimensions in greater detail.

On the emotional scale a person can be either happy or depressed. On the intellectual scale a person can be informed or ignorant. On the physical scale a person could be fit or unfit, on the social scale a person could be involved or lonely and on the spiritual scale a person could be fulfilled or unfulfilled.Outlook in life can have a major influence on quality of life. People who are well typically have a positive outlook on life.

9The circular pie chart makes it seem as if each of the dimensions of wellness is separate. In actuality, they are all closely related to each other. Some examples are provided below.1. Exercising with a friend: (Physical and social) 2. Getting together with friends (Social and Emotional) 3. Going to church: (spiritual, intellectual and emotional)

10Wellness is the product of a healthy lifestyle. If you do the process, the product follows. The next slide shows some of the important lifestyles for optimal wellness.11These are some healthy lifestyles that will be discussed in the remaining lectures.

Demonstrate the healthfinder web page to show them one place to go for additional information on a variety of health topics.12These are some additional healthy lifestyles that will be discussed in the remaining lectures.

Several lifestyle behaviors are considered as priority lifestyles because they effect the health and lives of all people. Exercise, nutrition and stress management are considered as priority lifestyles.2Physical Activity impacts health, wellness and fitness.

The rest of the presentation will cover specific information about fitness.3This slide summarize why fitness is needed. It improves our work ability, improves our health, helps us to meet emergencies and increases our potential for rewarding leisure activities. All of these contribute to improving our quality of life.

Athletes excel in a variety of ways but no athlete can excel at all sports. The reason for this is the multi-dimensional nature of fitness. It would be impossible to say which of these athletes (or any athlete) is the most fittest because they all excel at different things.5Different physical activities require different skills and abilities. It is unrealistic to expect to be good at all activities. The good news is that nearly everyone can find some activity that fits their combination of attributes.

6There are two different types of fitness

Health Related Fitness (HRF)- relates primarily to health

Skill Related Fitness (SRF) - relates primarily to sport performance and skill learning

7There are 5 dimensions of health related fitnessGo over each of the dimensions. Relate briefly how each of the dimensions may relate to health:

Cardiovascular: decrease CHD riskMS and ME: decrease risk of osteoporosis, back painFlex: reduced risk of musculoskeletal injuries, back painBody Comp: reduced risk of diabetes, hypertension, CHD

8There are 6 dimensions of Skill Related Fitness

Ask the students what types of fitness testing they remember doing in grade school. Most likely it included primarily SRF tests (shuttle run, softball throw, 50 yard dash etc....)

Discuss why we have shifted to a focus on health related fitness. 1. less genetically determined (all people can improve))2. more related to health and wellness rather than performance

Discuss the value of fitness assessments.

A major component of the Concepts approach to fitness/wellness education is self-assessment. To help students take responsibility for their own health it is important to learn how to evaluate current status and plan on how to improve.The philosophy for the course is that Health is available for Everyone for a Lifetime and it is Personal. The acronym spells HELP. 17Figure shows the 5 steps of the stairway one at a time.

First step is to do regular physical activity and to achieve a base level of fitness This is where most fitness programs stop. The goal in this class is to help you develop a personal exercise pattern so that you can identify the exercises you enjoy and fit them into your schedule. We also hope to teach you how to assess your level of fitness so that you can retest yourself. Lastly, we want to make you an independent problem solver so that you can plan your exercises to meet your individual needs.

As you ascend the stairway, you become more independent and are more likely to continue on your own!

This page provides active hyperlinks if the computer is connected to the Internet.Lab 1a informationLab 1b Information

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