Module 3: Strength Training
Any good workout program will have strength training included. For module 3, you will learn several concepts that will increase your ability to gain muscle and strength train.
Absorb
Recently, the Mayo Clinic published an article with benefits and tips about strength training. Most people understand the basics of strength training, but safety and proper technique can take longer to perfect.
Read Strength training: Get stronger, leaner, healthier by Mayo Clinic Staff
Lesson Evaluation
Module Weighing
Absorb (Watch video): 2% (20 points possible)
Do (Practice): 2% (20 points possible)
Connect (Implement): 2% (20 points possible)
Evaluation: 4% (40 points possible)
Total Points: 100 (20 % of grade)
Grading Scale (in %)
A: 90 - 100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: 0-59
Full credit will be given to students who complete the practice exercise, implement the lesson, and complete the evaluation.
Module 3: Strength Training
Any good workout program will have strength training included. For module 3, you will learn several concepts to increase your ability to gain muscle and strength.
Absorb
Recently, the Mayo Clinic published an article with benefits and tips about strength training. Most people understand the basics of strength training, but safety and proper technique can take longer to perfect.
Read Strength training: Get stronger, leaner, healthier by Mayo Clinic Staff
Do - Social Learning Activity
Discuss at least one method of strength training from the Mayo Clinic article. This part of the module involves posting and replying to classmate's posts. 10 points for at least one detailed posting. 10 points for at least one reply. Every extra original post is 1 point extra credit.
Access the discussion board here.
Here is a link to the discussion board tutorial if needed.
*Note: You will need to sign up for a free Google account, to post on the board.
In this discussion board, make sure to include the following in your post.
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A strength training exercise incorporating proper strength/endurance.
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How it incorporates strength.
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An appropriate range of weight (dumbbells, resistance bands etc).
Connect
Now it is time to put your strength training knowledge to use. Stretch, and go workout while incorporating one of the methods either you or a classmate posted on the discussion board. You now have the knowledge to use a variety of strength training exercises every time you workout.
Afterwards, write a one paragraph summary of your experience in the discussion board.
20 points possible, check spelling and grammar before submitting.
Lesson Evaluation
Module Weighing
Absorb (Read article): 2% (20 points possible)
Do (Discussion): 2% (20 points possible)*
Connect (Implement): 2% (20 points possible)
Evaluation: 4% (40 points possible)
Total Points: 100 (20 % of grade)
*Extra credit possible
Grading Scale (in %)
A: 90 - 100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: 0-59
Full credit will be given to students who complete the practice exercise, implement the lesson, and complete the evaluation.
Summary
Great job on the completion of Module 3: Strength Training. You now are aware of various types of strength training exercises, how to properly execute them, and how to implement them during a workout. Module 4 will build on this by incorporating strength training, stretching, and running into real life applications!