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Self-Guided Exercise Circuits--The New Wave in Low-Upkeep Facilities.
Wurdack, Catherine – Parks and Recreation, 1980
The Parcourse Fitness Circuit is a walking, jogging, or running course with 18 exercise stations. The course's popularity stems from its diversity and its ability to be used by people at various levels of physical fitness. Physically disabled persons can use various exercise stations, depending on the specific disability. (CJ)
Descriptors: Exercise, Park Design, Parks, Physical Activity Level
Chapter 6: Children's Environmental Access in Relation to Motor Competence, Physical Activity, and Fitness
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Erwin, Heather E.; Woods, Amelia Mays; Woods, Martha K.; Castelli, Darla M. – Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 2007
The purpose of this study was to examine levels of physical activity engagement, motor competence, and physical fitness as related to child access to physical activity facilities in the home and school environments. The present investigation attempts to further efforts to examine the relationship between physical activity levels and access.…
Descriptors: Psychomotor Skills, Summer Programs, Physical Fitness, Physical Activities
National Fitness Boom.
Conrad, C. Carson – Parks and Recreation, 1983
Facts and figures about the growth of the physical fitness phenomenon in the United States are discussed. Millions participate in physical fitness activities and programs, and billions are spent on fitness. Better leadership, facilities, and programs are available than ever before. (PP)
Descriptors: Exercise, Expenditures, Life Style, National Norms
Physical Fitness at Camp.
Steen, Thomas B.; And Others – Camping Magazine, 1990
Describes decline in youth fitness, emphasizing role of camping programs in youth fitness education. Describes Michigan camp's fitness program, consisting of daily workouts, fitness education, and record keeping. Describes fitness consultants' role in program. Discusses program's highlights and problems, suggesting changes for future use. Shows…
Descriptors: Camping, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise, Health Promotion
A Futuristic Alternative: Campus Fitness Programming.
Mueller, C. E.; Oatey, Jennifer Sue – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1980
The components of a prescription physical fitness program include a physical examination, fitness and dietary assessment, consultations to determine the fitness and diet prescriptions, instructional sessions, and periodic reviews of the individual's prescription. (CJ)
Descriptors: Dietetics, Exercise, Higher Education, Physical Activities
ARCO's Ambitious Program to Promote Employee Fitness.
Sparks, John – Parks and Recreation, 1983
The Atlantic Richfield Company provides a well-rounded array of health education and physical activities for its employees. Recreational and health activities for workers on the North Slope (Alaska) oil site and at other locations are described. (PP)
Descriptors: Employer Employee Relationship, Exercise, Health Activities, Health Education
Physical Fitness as a Mode for Intervention with Children.
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Scherman, Avraham – School Counselor, 1989
Reviews the literature that assesses the effects of physical fitness on the personalities and self-esteem of children. Grouped studies into five categories, based on age and other characteristics of subjects: (1) elementary school age; (2) junior and senior high school age; (3) sports camp participants; (4) a special education group; and (5) a…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Athletics, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise