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Name David Herrera   Course HCLA 1081  Date 11/15/11

HLAC - Lifelong Wellness Application Paper

1.       What did you learn about “lifelong wellness” from taking this activity class?

By taking this course, I realized that fitness is a lifetime pursuit. One must continually work towards improving fitness and health. It is easier to maintain a healthy lifestyle than it is to start over and over an exercise or nutritional program. In the long run, a steady pursuit of wellness yields the best results.

Another important aspect to lifelong wellness is finding those physical activities that are of most interest to the individual, so that the individual can be constantly engaged in them. The success of an exercise program depends largely on the fact that the activity is both enjoyable and can inspire someone to continue its practice for years to come. Personally weightlifting is one of those activities that I find rewarding and enjoyable.

2.       How would you apply this information to your life?

Strength training depends on constantly learning new techniques and exercises. As I have participated in the course, I have discovered and learned multiple new exercises that add variety and increase the difficulty to my work outs. This information acquired also benefits those around me, because as I get excited about new routines or exercises, it inspires me to go teach those to others so they can to benefit

3.       What is your intention to continue to exercise in your life and why?

By exercising I intend to first and foremost improve my health so I can prevent diseases that often come as a result of the lack of activity. Second, I enjoy the feeling of being fit, which boosts self-stem and confidence; both are great feelings and benefits. Third, I want to maintain a fitness level that allows me to feel free to participate in any physical undertaking that might arise, such as opportunities to hike, play various sports, or just being able to get up and take a run through a new area and explore something new. Fourth, would include improving physical appearance, which also helps boost confidence.

4.       General ideas for improving this course?                                                                                               

      I would suggest helping the students tailor a workout program to better help them reach specific goals.    Also it would be nice to have an introduction to nutritional guidelines to help complement the exercise routine.