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Summer Personal Fitness (Trimester/ ⅓ course credit) Eligibility: Grades 9-12 THIS COURSE MEETS IN PERSON, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, IN THE GWC WEIGHT ROOM AT NBPS. This course offers instruction and practice in proper techniques of the development of muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility. Emphasis is placed on the application of scientific principles and methods used to build, improve and maintain proper muscular fitness. Body composition and nutrition for health and fitness are discussed. Guiding Questions include: How does weightlifting enhance overall physical, emotional, and social fitness? What principles of strength and conditioning are applicable to life outside of class? What long-term effects can good strength and conditioning practices have on your life? Main topics of study include: general strength and conditioning practices, extended knowledge of health and fitness related concepts, and safety practices. This course will meet in person at the North Broward Preparatory School GWC weight room, Monday through Thursday, with the week of July 4th off. Students must commit to and attend 20 days during the summer in order to receive credit for this course. Attendance will be taken daily. This course meets an NBPS Fitness graduation requirement. The grade is not included in the NBPS GPA.
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