Wellness II

The 10th grade Physical Education curriculum will focus on the five components of fitness (flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, body composition,  muscular strength and muscular endurance). This program is designed to emphasize the importance of health related components of fitness, identify levels that fall below satisfactory levels, motivate students to maintain good health fitness levels, and allow students to monitor their fitness levels. Students will set SMART goals and create personal fitness plans. Progress and goals will be assessed and monitored to maximize mental and physical health benefits. Systems of the body, and foundation functional movements for strength training are also included in the curriculum. Students will also spend a significant portion of the curriculum studying the digestive system and nutrition. Students will learn about the 6 essential nutrients and why they are beneficial in their lives. Students will be exposed to health related content  and activities to promote living a healthy lifestyle. 

Course syllabus 

Units & Objectives

• Review of the Health Related Components of Fitness

  • Cardiovascular endurance

  • Body Composition

  • Flexibility

  • Muscular Strength

  • Muscular Endurance

• Functional Movements

  • Video Project

• SMART goals

  • Create personal fitness plan

• Nutrition 

  • 6 Essential nutrients

  • Digestive system

  • Project