1) I have been successful at always bringing the appropriate strip for class. I always try my best to come on time however due to this new block system I have been late a few times. My other teachers leave after 4th period and because of my ailments I miss their classes. Missed classes results in missed lessons which I require help for. I try my best to minimize my absenses, but because of my sicknesss its really hard to attend school when I do not feel well and have appointments.
2) My average exertion level depends on the activity of the day. For example when our class chooses to play baseball, I am not at max exertion. However when we have our fitness days, I am at max exertion. I put my best effort into the activity I pick for the day everyday, some sports just dont require as much effort as others. When I play volleyball I am most likely not as tired as I am when I play basketball.
3&4) I always try to contribute to the positive atmosphere of our PE class. I come with a smile, giggles and I constantly try to encourage my classmates to push themselves. ( High Fives rock!!) I try to follow positive role models when it comes to picking which activity you wish to partake in for the day. For example when we had our lovely substitute I followed a few of the really fit kids in our class and participated in the circuits instead of taking it easy in the weight room where the was no supervision.
5) I have set many personal goals for this PE class. I hope to make it to 7 laps for the 25 minute run which is a challenge because of the shoulder pain I get when I run. I'd really like to increase my cardio levels and to achieve that I will run till I reach my max for the beep tests, pond run and 25 minute run. I would also like to increase my abdominal strength and to do so I plan on doing ab workouts in the weight room.
6) I'm still trying to fully understand my body's limits. This is hard for me because when I work my body, I do not feel the strain I am putting on my muscles until the next day. I have learned that my shoulder pain increases when I'm running which is new to me. I have also learned that even though im in pain, lightly working out (walking/lightjog/stretching/lightweights) helps decrease my pain level.
7) I feel like an accurate percentage for me to recieve in PE would be in the 70s. I feel like 78% would be a good grade for my time in PE this year because of my absenses. I wish I could attend class more because I know I could recieve a much higher mark for this course.
8) I know I need to improve my attendence or figure out a way to make up for my missed classes such as a fittness journal or proof of exercise out side of class.
Great Post! I think your confusion and struggle with the balance of your personal is a major area of growth for you. Finding an honest balance, not quitting before beginning, and learning how much fitness is beneficial vs detrimental will be more valuable than any sports we learn or play. Hopefully you find a way to get here more often but I have also told our mom you can use my period for your appointment times to avoid missing other classes. :)
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