Section 5 EO CX04.02 – PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES THAT REINFORCE THE THREE COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS
This IG supports EO CX04.02 (Participate in Activities that Reinforce the Three Components of Physical Fitness) located in A-CR-CCP-801/PG-001, Royal Canadian Air Cadets Proficiency Level One Qualification Standard and Plan, Chapter 4.
Select one or two muscular flexibility activities from Annex A, one or two cardiovascular endurance activities from Annex B, and one or two muscular strength activities from Annex C.
Gather the required equipment as per the selected activities.
Print the documents required to conduct the activities.
Refer to the warm-up and the cool-down located at Annexes A and B of EO MX04.01 (Participate in 60 Minutes of Moderate- to Vigorous-Intensity Physical Activity and Track Participation in Physical Activities).
Ensure a designated first-aider and first aid kit are available.
Ensure water is available for the cadets throughout this activity.
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A practical activity was chosen for this lesson as a fun and interactive way to stimulate interest in the three components of physical fitness.
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By the end of this activity the cadet shall have participated in activities that reinforce the three components of physical fitness.
It is important for cadets to participate in physical activities that reinforce the three components of physical fitness to help them follow the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for Youth and Canadian Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Youth and lead a healthy active lifestyle.
1.Have the cadets participate in a warm-up session as per of EO MX04.01 (Participate in 60 Minutes of Moderate- to Vigorous-Intensity Physical Activity and Track Participation in Physical Activities).
2.Conduct the selected activities from Annexes A, B and C.
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The Three Components of Physical Fitness Cardiovascular Endurance. The ability of the body’s cardiovascular and respiratory systems to supply oxygen and blood during sustained physical activity (eg, the ability to run a long distance). Muscular Strength. The ability of a muscle or muscle group to contract many times without tiring (eg, rowing a boat). Muscular Flexibility. The range of motion of joints or a group of joints. It also refers to the freedom and efficiency in which a joint moves. (eg, the shoulder flexibility required to scratch your back.) |
3.Have the cadets participate in a cool-down session as per Annex B of EO MX04.01 (Participate in 60 Minutes of Moderate- to Vigorous-Intensity Physical Activity and Track Participation in Physical Activities).
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Finding activities that are enjoyable is a great way to follow the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines and Canadian Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines, and to lead a healthy active lifestyle.
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ISBN 0-934387-29-X Panicucci, J. (2008). Achieving Fitness: An Adventure Activity Guide. Beverly, MA: Project Adventure, Inc
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