PE 185WK Walking Fitness, Beginning

1. Describe cardio-respiratory fitness and walking benefits. 
2. Identify of long- and short-term fitness goals. 
3. Assess individual cardio-respiratory fitness level. 
4. Participate in group and/or  individualized walking program. 
5. Record weekly walking activity. 
6. Perform a “long walk”. 

• Introduction to the Fitness Activity Walking 
  • Waiver and medical release 
  • Equipment and safety 
  • Warm-ups and cool-downs 
  • Cardiovascular testing 
  • Goal setting 
  • Monitoring 
• Cardio-Respiratory Fitness 
• Walking fitness 
  • Form 
  • Pace 
  • Calorie expenditure 
  • Metabolism 
  • Prevention of Injuries 
  • Shoes