Course Syllabus
Syllabus Fitness for Well-Being
Welcome
Welcome to Fitness for Well-Being! We’re so glad you’re here.
Every lesson is designed to help you grow as a thinker, problem solver, and global learner. As a Mizzou Academy global student, you will complete lessons and assignments on your own schedule, interacting with course content, participating in interactives, and completing practice activities, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams.
To stay on track, we recommend using a pacing guide. You can find more information about pacing in the Course Resources section, along with helpful tools, technology support, and tips for online learning success.
As you begin, remember that online learning requires both independence and communication. Be curious, stay organized, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your teacher if you need support.
We’re excited to learn with you, and we’re happy you’re part of our Mizzou Academy community!
Pacing
This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.
This course is asynchronous, meaning you can complete lessons and assignments at your own pace.
Most students spend approximately 10 hours per lesson interacting with course content, participating in interactive activities, and completing practice exercises, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams. Your time may vary depending on your goals and learning style.
We encourage you to work at a consistent pace, allowing time to absorb new ideas, build skills, and reflect on what you’ve learned. Use a pacing guide to plan ahead, stay organized, and finish strong. Here is an example pacing guide to help you keep track of target completion dates and points earned!
Course Description
In this course, you will discover the multitude of advantages that come with engaging in a physically active lifestyle. These benefits encompass various aspects of your well-being, including social health, natural disease prevention, and fostering a strong mind-body connection. Ultimately, maintaining a consistent, well-designed, and diligently executed fitness regimen will contribute significantly to achieving a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Along with proper nutrition, exercise plays a crucial role in reducing stress, shedding body fat, promoting lean muscle mass, fortifying bones, and boosting self-esteem. Furthermore, an active lifestyle can enhance social interactions and support mental well-being, which encompasses all three dimensions of your Health Triangle. Once you incorporate a personalized fitness plan (225 minutes per lesson), you can anticipate increased energy levels, muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, and enhanced cardiovascular health. These benefits often become evident shortly after implementing a reasonable exercise program. Fitness for Well-Being equips you with practical knowledge and the necessary tools to set and achieve these goals. As you begin this course, remember that fitness is a personal journey. The success of any program hinges entirely on your commitment and willingness to take the appropriate actions that are suitable for your individual circumstances. The team at Mizzou Academy is here to support you throughout this transformative journey.
Course Essential Questions
- How will engaging in a regular exercise program enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being?
- In addition to exercise, what are other positive things you can do to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle?
Course Overview
Fitness for Well-Being |
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Lesson |
Objectives |
Quiz |
Assignment |
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1: Introduction to Physical Fitness |
1.1: Define physical fitness, physical activity, and exercise. 1.2: Describe various health risk factors. 1.3: Identify which risk factors are controllable and which are not. 1.4: Describe factors that affect an individual's attitudes toward physical activity. 1.5: Explain the benefits of exercise. 1.6: Begin a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do crunches properly. |
20 MCQ |
N/A |
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2:Components of Fitness |
2.1: Describe each of the five health-related fitness components. 2.2: Describe aerobic and anaerobic exercises and examples of each. 2.3: Identify and define skill-related fitness components. 2.4: Explain methods of improving and assessing fitness and skill-related components of fitness. 2.5: Describe the difference between norm-referenced and criterion-referenced physical fitness tests. 2.6 Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do high knees properly. |
20 MCQ |
Lesson 2 Assignment: Motivational Fitness Poster |
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3:Guidelines for Exercise |
3.1: List the factors you should consider prior to beginning an exercise program. 3.2: Explain the precautions you should take while exercising in cold and hot weather. 3.3: Discuss the risks associated with exercising in hot and cold weather and list appropriate actions to be taken in each case. 3.4: Identify common exercise injuries and explain common treatment methods. 3.5: Describe the benefits of warming up and cooling down while participating in any physical activity. 3.6: Explain and apply the SPORT principles of training. 3.7: Create a fitness plan using the FITT principles. 3.8: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do stretching properly.
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20 MCQ |
N/A |
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4: Flexibility |
4.1: Define flexibility and factors that affect flexibility. 4.2: Define the term joint, and explain the type and functions of each joint. 4.3: Explain the benefits of flexibility. 4.4: Describe a variety of static and dynamic stretching activities that promote flexibility. 4.5: Discuss the safety procedures that should be followed when participating in flexibility exercises. 4.6: Apply the training principles to a flexibility program. 4.7: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do push-ups properly.
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20 MCQ |
N/A |
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5: Cardiovascular Endurance |
5.1: Identify the structure and function of the circulatory and respiratory systems. 5.2: Calculate heart rate including resting and recovery heart rates. 5.3: Identify risk factors of cardiovascular disease. 5.4: Describe different types of cardiovascular disease 5.5: Identify aerobic activities that promote cardiovascular fitness. 5.6: Apply the training principles to a cardiovascular program. 5.7: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do jumping jacks properly.
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20 MCQ |
Lesson 5: Personal Reflection #1 |
Midterm Exam - 3 PartsPart 1: Objective Questions - 50 MCQ Part 2: Favorite Activity Part 3: Exercise Logs |
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6: Muscular Strength and Endurance |
6.1: Identify benefits of muscular fitness activities. 6.2: Describe muscular strength and endurance. 6.3: Describe skeletal muscles and types of muscle fibers. 6.4: Identify muscle contraction and exercise types. 6.5: Explain considerations for resistance training programs. 6.6: Describe how muscular strength and muscular endurance are improved through applications of the FITT training principles. 6.7: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do burpees properly. |
20 MCQ |
N/A |
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7: Creating a Fitness Plan |
7.1: Explain intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. 7.2: Define the term goal and discuss the difference between long- and short-term goals. 7.3: Use the principles of SMART goals to create fitness-related goals. 7.4: Define backsliding and rewards. 7.5: Describe the steps to creating a personal fitness plan. 7.6: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do planks properly. |
20 MCQ |
Lesson 7 Assignment: Personal Fitness Plan |
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8: Nutrition |
8.1: Describe key nutrients including their functions and food sources. 8.2: Identify influences on food choices. 8.3: Explain and apply the MyPlate guidelines. 8.4: Explain the factors that affect the energy balance of the body. 8.5: Describe and calculate BMR. 8.6: Identify healthy nutritional practices for physical activity. 8.7: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do squats properly. |
20 MCQ |
N/A |
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9: Body Composition |
9.1: Describe the characteristics of the three body type classifications. 9.2: Define the terms body composition, overweight, obesity, and underweight. 9.3: Identify medical problems that are commonly associated with excessive body fat. 9.4: Explain methods for assessing body fat. 9.5: Explain methods for healthy weight management. 9.6: Define body image and the factors that affect it. 9.7: Discuss the similarities and differences between different eating disorders. 9.8: Continue a safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do lunges properly. |
20 MCQ |
Lesson 9 Assignment: Personal Reflection #2 |
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10: Fitness Skills |
10.1: Analyze the causes and effects of stress. 10.2: Identify strategies to reduce stress. 10.3: Identify characteristics of false advertising. 10.4: Explain how to be a responsible fitness consumer. 10.5: Explain the negative effects of supplements and steroids. 10.6: Complete their safe exercise program of 225 minutes per lesson with a focus on learning how to do wall sits properly. |
20 MCQ |
N/A |
Final exam - 3 PartsPart 1: Objective Questions - 50 MCQ Part 2: Ensuring Your Fitness Success Part 3: Exercise Logs |
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Grades
Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on submitted work and exams. The available points are distributed as follows:
| Source | Available Points |
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| Lesson Assignments | 290 |
| Lesson Quizzes | 200 |
| Midterm Exam | 300 |
| Final Exam | 300 |
| Total | 1090 |
Textbook & Technology Requirements
To fully participate, make sure you have:
- A computer that meets our Mizzou Academy technology requirements
- A microphone and webcam for recording audio and video assignments
- Any other required textbooks or materials for the course
Accessibility
If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.Canvas Technical Support
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Course Summary:
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