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Program ..............................................................................................................334 Appendix 16.F Estimating Your Daily Energy Needs ................................................................ 335 References ...................................................................................................................................... 335
After reading this chapter, you should be able to • Describe the evaluation criteria for safe exercise participation • Describe the components of physical tness • Identify normative values for the components of physical tness for girls and women • Prescribe and assess a safe exercise program for both women and girls • Discuss the importance of a balanced exercise program • Discuss the use of exercise in the treatment of eating disorders
Many people do not fully understand what is meant by the term physical activity. Physical activity is a broad term that encompasses both activities of daily living (such as climbing the stairs at work or doing house work) and structured exercise sessions (such as attending a tness class). Both types of activities are important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The beginning of this chapter will focus on exercise assessment and prescription for the general population, with specic recommendations for women and children. The culmination of the chapter will be exercise recommendations for individuals who are exercise dependent or are being treated for eating disorders (ED). Types of physical activity covered will include cardiorespiratory, muscular strength and endurance, exibility, and yoga exercises. The assessment and attainment of a healthy body composition (e.g. weight and percent body fat [BF]) will also be covered. We hope you enjoy your reading and gain a better understanding of the physical activity needs for health throughout the lifespan for women and children.
