Each fall, one of the first units we like to cover is fitness testing. Students are introduced to the tests in the Presidential Fitness Challenge. Each of these tests is designed to measure a different component of physical fitness. The mile run measures cardiovascular endurance, the sit and reach measures flexibility, the sit-ups measure muscular endurance, the arm hang/pull-ups measure muscular strength, and the shuttle run measures speed and agility.
Students are encouraged to do their best with each of the tests, however, results are not our main focus. Our primary objective is to help them understand that the fall scores give us a baseline with which we will plan out the fitness curriculum for the entire year. If a child is unhappy with his or her score in a particular event, not to worry - we will have two more chances this year to do them all! Often the idea of fitness testing causes the students to feel anxiety. It is our sincere hope to alleviate this fear and help them to all realize that fitness testing is a great opportunity for self-improvement. Please help us to stress this idea to your child! We're looking forward to a great week!
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