Improving Fitness In the Classroom

By Ali Vento

Goal...

The following equipment/software will help students...Be aware of their fitness/healthEnjoy fitness moreLearn correct way to workout

Heart Rate Monitor

-Polar FT4 Heart Rate Monitor-Simple watch with chest strap -Purpose: Measure heart beat during exercise

Cost: $89.99 (only need around 30-35)Buy: Dick’s Sporting Goods -> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jspproductId=3970369&cp=4406646.4413986.4417717Use/Value: Students will know their fitness level.

Relate results to burn fat/work cardiovascular

Television

Supersonic SC-1311 13.3-inch 720p LED TVDevice used to display videos/cablePurpose: Exercise through example from televisionCost: $118.99Buy-> http://www.overstock.com/Electronics/Supersonic-SC-1311-13.3-inch-720p-LED-TV/6128375/product.htmlUse: Fun Visual of lessons

Zumba Video

Zumba FitnessExhilarating, easy to follow, Latin dancePurpose: Enjoyable cardio workoutCost: $19.99Buy->http://www.amazon.com/Zumba-Fitness-Nintendo-Wii/dp/B003OQ4B1QUse: Involve more girls, work cardio

DVD Player

Samsung Progressive Scan DVD Player Device that displays DVDs through TVPurpose: Show videosCost: $39.99Buy-> Sears.http://www.sears.com/samsung-progressive-scan-dvd-player-with-1080p-up/p-05757040000PprdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=G6Use: Display videos (Zumba)

My Plate Food Tracker

Choose My Plate!Software that tracks food intakePurpose: Provide dietary guidelines for AmericansCost: Free!Source: Myplate.govUse: Input diet and follow guidelines

Overall...

Previous equipment beneficial for overall healthMotivate students to be more involvedEverything will only need to be bought ONCE!