PATHFIT-2
PATHFIT-2
EXERCISE-BASED FITNESS
ACTIVITIES
What is PATHFIT?
- Teaches fundamental - Teaches fitness
movement patterns, concepts, such as
including locomotor and balance, agility, and
non-locomotor. coordination.
- Teaches exercise and - Teaches healthy eating
cardio training to principles to help
improve functional students manage their
fitness and sports fitness.
performance.
FITNESS TESTING IN SCHOOL
1. Physical education
3. Classroom activities:
classes: This classes
these can include
include activities like physical activity breaks
running, jumping, during class.
swimming, and
throwing.
2. Extracurricular
activities: these include
sports team, dance, and
outdoor activities.
SAFETY MEASURE FOR
PHYSICAL FITNESS TESTING
1. PROPER CLOTHING: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting,
light-colored clothing.
2. PROPER SHOES: Wear well- padded shoes that protect
the heels and arches of the feet.
3. WARM-UP: Warm up before exercising to increase blood
flow and loosen up muscles.
4. HYDRATION: Drink water before, during , and after
exercise.
5. AVOID OVEREXERTION: Stop exercising if you feel dizzy,
short of breath, or have chest pain.
6. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY: Don’t exercise when you are
sick.
7. TAKE BREAKS: Take frequent breaks and drink water.
8. USE PROPER EQUIPMENT: Replace athletic shoes when
they wear out.
9. BE AWARE OF THE ENVIRONMENT: Avoid exercising in
hot or humid weather.
10. PROTECT YOURESELF FROM THE SUN: Wear a hat,
sunglasses, or an umbrella.
11. USE PROTECTIVE GEAR: Wear helmets and protective
pads for cycling.
12. USE SAFE EQUIPMENT: Check equipment for defects and don’t leave
damaged equipment around
13. BE AWARE OF HAZARD: Be aware of potential hazards in the activity
area.
FLEXIBILITY
-Sit and reach test: A test that measures how far you can reach with
your hands while sitting on the floor.
- Hamstring and hip flexor test: A test that measures the flexibility
of your hips and hamstring.
-Zipper test: A test that measure the flexibility of your shoulder.
MUSCULAR STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE
-Push-ups: A test that measures the strength and endurance of your
upper body
-Curl-ups: A test that measure the strength and endurance of your
core.
-Processed foods are often high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats. They
can also contain additives and preservatives that can be harmful to our
health. Try to limit your intake of processed foods and opt for fresh,
whole foods instead.
-Protein is essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues. Opt
for lean proteins such as chicken and fish.
-Saturated and trans fats can raise cholesterol levels and increase the
risk of heart disease. Limit your intake of saturated and trans fats by
avoiding fried foods and processed snacks.
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-Portion control is essential for maintaining a healthy weight. Use smaller plates
and bowls to help control portion sizes.
-Sugary drinks are high in calories and can contribute to weight gain and other
health problems. Opt for water, unsweetened tea, or low-fat milk instead.
10.Cook at home
-Cooking at home allows you to control the ingredients and portion sizes in your
meals. It also saves money and helps you avoid the high-fat, high-salt, and high-
sugar options that are often found in restaurant meals.
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-Skipping meals can cause overeating and can slow down your
metabolism. Try to eat three balanced meals each day, with healthy
snacks in between.
-Mindful eating involves paying attention to the food we eat and being
mindful of hunger and fullness cues. Avoid eating while distracted,
such as while watching television or using a computer.
-Herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor to your meals without
adding salt or unhealthy fats. Experiment with different herbs and
spices to find what you like.
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1.March on the spot: keep going for 3 minutes. Start off marching on
the spot and then march forwards and backwards. ...
2. Heel digs: aim for 60 heel digs in 60 seconds. ...
3. Knee lifts: aim for 30 knee lifts in 30 seconds. ...
4. Shoulder rolls: 2 sets of 10 repetitions. ...
5. Knee bends: 10 repetitions.
What is a warm-up activity?
-A warm-up is a short activity or exercise undertaken prior to a more intensive
exercise or activity. A warm-up is intended to prepare the body for movement,
including exercise, sport, dance, and stretching.
Benefits of warming up
1. Your body temperature increases.
2. Blood vessels, including tiny capillaries, open up, increasing blood
supply to the muscles.
3. The blood releases more oxygen that you will need for your workout.
4. Your muscles contract more easily as they become warmer.
5. Your joints loosen up.
6. Your brain engages with the body.
3 important reasons for warming up Seven fundamental
movement patterns
Warming up is important because it helps
to reduce the risk of injury, improves HARIZONTAL-PULL
performance, and increases energy
levels.
• Your body is a machine you should know how to manage. For a racecar
driver or motorbike racer, success or failure relies on keeping their
machine in good working order and improving it. Your body is no
different. You need to know how to access it, maintain it, and optimize it.
What is mobility? Mobility are exercise practices to ensure you
are ready to perform correctly in your sport or physical activity. It
means both being “ready” such that you won’t hurt yourself but also
“ready” such that you can perform at your best. We might summarize
mobility as better movement patterns, a stronger body to hold those
positions and massage techniques to release tensions.
• Squat:
Whether it’s an air squat or weighted,
squats are one of the key movement
patterns many of us struggle with in
our largely sedentary lifestyle. This
exercise should first be approach with
the goal mastering the movement
and gaining the necessary flexibility.
Afterwards, you can focus on the
muscle gains (bigger ass, tighter
quads) from squatting.
• There are various exercises
you can do to improve your
hip extension, but one of
the easiest and most
common is the bridge. I
recommend starting with
the simple bridge (as
pictured), before switching
to a single leg bridge.
Foam Rolling (for Quads,
Hamstring, IT Band, Calf
and other hot spots)
-Foam rolling employs a technique called
fascia release. The idea is that you
develop tension in the upper layers of
your muscle and by apply targeted
pressure with a foam roller or other
surface you can then release that
tension. Foam rolling can be done on
any part of your body, but you can get
the most benefit by targeting areas of
tightness especially in your calves,
hamstrings, and IT bands (side of hips).