My Artifact

Fitness & Conditioning Reflection

The influence physical activity has had on my health is that it keeps me in shape and decreases my stress/anxiety. I find that physical activity serves as an outlet where I can destress, but at the same time it benefits my health by maintaining muscles and my cardiovascular system. The importance of being active for life is that it can improve health and reduce the chance of developing certain diseases. Without regular physical activity, quality of life may deteriorate. The strategies I have used to pursue personal fitness goals is to make a realistic and specific plan. I found that I wanted to be able to perform 10 pullups consecutively by the end of March. I have not met this goal yet; it’s been the first week of March. I don’t have much time after school to go to the gym and work towards my goal because of homework and work. I found that I have to change my goal to a smaller one, and then work up into another small goal.

Core Competency Reflection

I work with others to achieve a goal. I chose this competency statement because I work with Mr. Oriel by listening to his instructions and performing the prescribed exercises. I also work with my partner in our common goal of exercising in the gym, we communicate with each other if we need to be spotted, the weight is too light/heavy, or discussing which exercise to do.

I advocate for myself. I chose this competency statement because I put away my weights/plates when class is over. I also wipe down the equipment that I have used. I also help out by putting other’s weights/plates back onto the rack.

I use strategies to help me find peace and I sustain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. I chose this competency statement because I consistently attend fitness & conditioning class. I sustain a healthy and balanced lifestyle by eating the right foods and listening/performing Mr. Oriel’s instructions in the weight room.

I demonstrate respectful, inclusive behavior. I chose this competency statement because I respect others in the weight room by being non-judgmental on how much they can lift. I understand that everyone is at a different level, but we are all trying to achieve a similar goal. I also include others if there are no other weights/equipment and they would like to use mine.

I encourage others to share their voices and value diverse perspectives. I intend on working towards this competency statement because I do not encourage others to share their voices. I am working towards this goal because I want to receive feedback from others and not just rely on myself. To achieve this goal, I’ll be more communicative with Mr. Oriel/fellow students on how I can improve on my exercises.