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CSUN & You @ Half Dome

CSUN & You @ Half Dome. “What’s Your Half Dome?”. Philosophy. Providing physical activities for the community Foster healthy relationships Improve health Setting attainable goals. Expected Fitness Levels. Children to adults Inexperienced to experienced Non-active to active EVERYONE!.

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CSUN & You @ Half Dome

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  1. CSUN & You @ Half Dome “What’s Your Half Dome?”

  2. Philosophy • Providing physical activities for the community • Foster healthy relationships • Improve health • Setting attainable goals

  3. Expected Fitness Levels • Children to adults • Inexperienced to experienced • Non-active to active • EVERYONE!

  4. Desired Outcomes • Better overall health • Learn how to establish reasonable goals • Meet your set goals

  5. “But Why?” • What are some reasons to start a program like this one? • “CSUN Half Dome” in Google • www.google.com • First link in the search engine, or • http://kinesiology.csun.edu/HalfDome/HalfDome.htm

  6. PAR-Q • If you are planning to increase physical activity, the PAR-Q is: • Quick and Easy, and an • Inexpensive assessment • PAR-Q Form

  7. How Can We Adapt? • www.localhikes.com • Carpooling • Bus Rentals • www.busrates.com • “Urban hikes” (walks through neighborhoods) • www.mapmyrun.com

  8. Checklist • Water • Snacks • Sunscreen/Chap Stick • Proper Shoes/Socks • Trail Map/Guidebook • Layered Clothing • http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/Act/Hiking/Hikelist.htm

  9. Conclusion… What is your Half Dome? • Contact: tonyjirwin@yahoo.com

  10. Nutrition

  11. DON’T DIET, LIVE IT! Bottom line: Weight loss can easily be achieved by fad diets. But weight comes back plus some. If you can’t live it, it won’t work. Exercise and choosing healthy foods is key to successful weight loss. Dieting doesn’t work! Living it does!

  12. DIGEST THIS! Satiety Balancing carbohydrates, fats, and proteins Mixed meals are important for sustaining energy Whole foods vs juices Whole fruits and vegetables provide fiber that is lacking in juices Your body does not have to work to break down juice, so it is absorbed rapidly

  13. DIGEST THIS! Hydration Water’s function in the body Eliminates waste products Transports nutrients and oxygen Regulates body temperature Protects joints and tissues Prevents constipation Prevents dehydration

  14. DIGEST THIS! Recommended amount 64 oz water (general) Fluid repletion Prehydrate At least several hours before Having a snack can also help retain needed fluid. During As needed. Will differ per individual. After workouts 1.5L fluid for every kg body weight lost Consuming a snack w/sodium can help retain water.

  15. DIGEST THIS! Sports drinks may not be needed Most contain high sugar and sodium Some athletes may need them depending on: Duration Intensity Environmental factors

  16. DIGEST THIS! Bottom line: Eating a balanced diet from whole foods can help promote satiety. Proper hydration and repletion is key for the body’s functions and optimal exercise.

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