A SAMPLE EIGHT-WEEK EXERCISE PROGRAM FOR BEGINNING EXERCISERS

Week One - Goal: 2 days of brisk walking or other aerobic activity, 20 minutes each; 1 weight training session.

Week Two - Goal: 3 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 20 to 30 minutes each; 2 weight training sessions.

Week Three - Goal: 4 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 30 minutes each; 2 weight training sessions.

Week Four - Goal 4 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 30 minutes each; 3 weight training sessions.

Week Five - Goal: 5 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 30 minu each; 3 weight training sessions.

Week Six - Goal : 5 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 30 to 45 minutes each; 3 weight training sessions.

Week Seven - Goal: 6 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity. 30 to 45 minutes each; 3 weight training sessions.

Week Eight - Goal: 6 days of brisk walking, or other aerobic activity, 45 to 60 minutes each; 3 weight training sessions.

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Directions: Read the above sample fitness program. Use the space below or the back of the paper to make observations, draw conclusions, or make comparisons to your own personal exercise program. You may use the space however you would like. You may draw, list, or write about your observations.

*For the electronic binders you may complete the assignment in word and E-mail the assignment to me!