Exercise Case Study

The FitnessGram is series of tests used to measure the aerobic capacity, physical endurance, height, weight, and flexibility of students. These tests are administered to students by teachers in their physical education classes to gauge their student’s physical capabilities. These tests are mandatory for all able-bodied students to take. The FitnessGram isn’t particularly well liked by students, however many teachers do claim taking them allows students to make healthier choices in their lives. The following paragraphs will outline some benefits and drawbacks of FitnessGram testing.

The benchmarking data is used when you want to compare your fitness tests. This data is gathered from a number of studies that allows you to see a normal range of results and allows you to make a judgement against a data that you have collected. Data will be generally put into a number of categories, including age and gender, which means that you will be able to compare your results with similar groups. Benchmarking data can also be used to compare your results with elite sports performers. By using benchmarking data you will be able to develop a fitness plan including target setting.

To test the athletes' strength, they will be required to perform 1 repetition max on the bench press, squat, dead lift, clean and vertical leap. To test the athletes speed they will be tested by performing a forty-yard dash. To test the athlete's agility, they will be required to perform out the t-test, hexagon test and pro agility, for time. To test endurance, the athlete will be required to perform a mile run for time. At the end of the third cycle of the off-season, the athlete will be tested again to perceive how much strength gain, increase speed, agility and endurance was achieved and it will determine the changes should be made for

Muscular fitness can also help with individualizing a program. Muscle function tests are specific to muscle action, velocity, joints, range of motion, and type of equipment being used. This lab, muscular fitness, is important because it has various benefits. Increase in bone mass, metabolic rate, and higher glucose tolerance are all benefits from engaging in muscular fitness. This lab also gains better quality of life, self-efficacy, and mental health. Muscular fitness is a necessity because it will help with functional abilities for every day life (Wilkins, 2014).

The claimant is a 31-year-old male who had an injury on 03/01/2017 while lifting a pallet, he shifted his weight and injured his left shoulder. He was diagnosed with chronic, complete rupture of the left distal biceps tendon. He underwent Allograft reconstruction of the left distal biceps tendon on 06/22/2017.

However bone density can take up to 9 months to be validated so it is essential to have this verified by a MP. Marcus, (1991)

Flexibility can be defined as the capability of something to bend easily without breaking. The flexibility of a person is commonly measured during fitness tests, and the most frequently used test of a person’s flexibility is the sit-and-reach (Jackson and Baker, 1986). Though it is commonly accepted that the sit-and-reach produces an accurate and relative measure of a person’s flexibility, the validity of the test has been examined a number of times (Jackson and

For a novice weight lifter, I would use the 1-RM test on the client to test muscular strength. 1 RM is considered the gold standard to measure muscular strength. The 1 RM test can be used with any muscular group. It can be tested either by using a free weight or machine. To test muscular endurance I would use the push-up test. Endurance tests are specific to the muscle group. The push-up test is simple and does not require much equipment to be performed.

CM spoke to Pete Hardell (IIC) regarding a follow-up on Thalia (youth). CM was informed that the youth enjoys CrossFit and she is doing well balancing work, school, sessions and CrossFit. IIC reported that Thalia had a college interview at Barnard and IIC helped the youth prepared for the interview. Barnard.

Finally, as long as appropriate safety measures are taken, such as the overall assessment of the patient before starting an unsupervised exercise program and appropriate guidance given, an unsupervised physical activity program such as the one proposed here is safe and adds benefits to its practicioners, even though they are elderly hypertensive

Mobility is essential for general independence as well as ensuring good health and quality of life (QoL) (Michelle, Jim, Jennifer, Sjaanie, & Judith, 2006). In old age, muscle weakness due to sarcopenia is responsible for the occurrences of frailty and important disability (Fried, et al., 2001). Especially in institutionalised elderly persons, muscle strength can deteriorate to a point where it becomes critical for independence of transfers and walking. There is strong evidence that in healthy older persons major gains in muscle strength can be obtained by resistance exercises (Latham, Bennett, Stretton, & Anderson, 2004). The ability to walk for a short distance and the grip strength are quick and inexpensive measure of physical function, and are important components of quality of life, since it reflects the capacity to undertake day-today activities. The six-minute walk distance test (6MWD) was developed by (Balke, 1963), to evaluate functional capacity like cardiovascular or pulmonary disease.

The causes of fatigue during exercise could be any combination. Some happen within the muscle itself, like the decreased rate of energy production ATP, anaerobic glycolysis, and aerobic metabolism. The accumulation of metabolic lactate and H+. The failure of the muscle fiber's contractile mechanism from a injury of some sort. Also alterations in neural control of muscle contraction such as changes in the brain or central nervous system. It all depends on the type and intensity of the exercise, the fiber type of the involved muscles, and even the nutritional diet. (Kenney, 11/2011, p. 128)

There were 94 participants who varied between the ages of 18 and 65. The average age was 36. Other demographics included gender, marital status, race, military branch, and schooling.

From the four functional fitness tests, I was able to develop a plan to build a solid foundation. These four tests included the deep squat, active straight leg raise, seated rotation, and seated should stretch test. Following the instructions, I was able to pass the deep squat with ease. This test showed me that I have good mobility of my spine along with my knee, shoulder, and ankle. The second test, the active straight leg raise, I experienced more difficulty with this. To improve on this, I will find stretches and exercises to increase my flexibility around my hip, pelvis, calf, and hamstrings. For the seated rotation test, I was able to accomplish without difficulty. This shows me that I have less stress on my spine and proper posture.

The fundamental purpose of fitness testing is an evaluation of an individual’s baseline physical fitness capabilities through a series of testing done for each health and fitness related components of an athlete, fitness testing is the starting point for the designing of fitness program for their specific sport to have desired goals to monitor their improvement and to identify the strength and weaknesses. Physical testing is having many benefits for athletes as it gives an inside of their individualistic abilities for their specific sport. Many of the benefits of fitness testing include;