Chapter

Adding Physical Activity to Your Life

From HE A LTH EDUC A TION H E A L T H 1 0 0 V E R S I O N 3 by Sambif

Concepts

  1. Activity Barriers

    "Given the health benefits of regular physical activity, we might have to ask why two out of three (60%) Americans are not active at recommended levels. Many technological advances and conveniences th

  2. SMART Goals

    "The first step to implementing a fitness program is to identify your goals. As discussed in earlier chapters, goals should be specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic and time-bound (SMART).

  3. FITT Principle

    "Using the FITT principle is one way to remember the guidelines for physical activity and create a prescription for improvement in your health-related physical fitness. Frequency is how often a person

  4. Heart Rate

    "Exercise intensity can be measured using either heart rate or the rating of perceived exertion (RPE) method. There are two methods of using heart rate to measure exercise intensity: the percentage of

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