Due date: Thursday May 4th by 8am
-You must turn in a passing notebook and complete this blog
-Dress as you would for a job interview
Content
1.)What is your essential question and what are your answers? What is your best answer and why?
-EQ: "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
1:Understanding the individual and their goals
2:Creating and executing the workout and diet plan
3:Keeping the individual properly motivated
2.)What process did you take to arrive at this answer?
-I found my answers through mentorship, independent components, and personal experience.
3.)What problems did you face? How did you resolve them?
-I had issues with my independent components because i couldn't keep my trainees motivated enough to stick with the program, and I could've personalized their plans to fit their persons.
4.)What are the two most significant sources you used to answer your essential question and why?
-My most significant sources were bodybuilding.com and personal experience.
-Be prepared with evidence and specific examples to support any response. It is also significant to cite sources as you explain.
Monday, May 2, 2016
Sunday, May 1, 2016
Blog 22: Independent Component 2
DUE: Friday 4/22 by 8AM
Content:
Literal:
a.)Include this statement: "I, Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
b.)Cite your source regarding who or what article or book helped you complete the independent component.
-bodybuilding.com was extremely helpful to me throughout this process,as well as http://www.ihrsa.org/, and several more
c.)Update your independent component 2 log (Which should be under your Senior Project Hours Link)
d.)Explain what you completed
-I created several pamphlets that take individuals of all types into consideration, people of different ages, heights, weights, as well as different goals. This was essential to make sure that each individual had a guide to follow,
e.)Defend your work and explain the component's significance and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work.
f.)How did the component help you answer your EQ? Please include specific examples to illustrate how it helped.
-My essential question is "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?" By researching the recommended exercise and healthy eating habits for individuals, I was able to put together a book of sorts to serve as a guide to individuals of different ages, weights, genders, goals, etc.
Grading Criteria
-Log on a digital spreadsheet
-Evidence of 30 hours of work
-Blog explaining and defending significance of component
Content:
Literal:
a.)Include this statement: "I, Brianna Moreno, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work."
b.)Cite your source regarding who or what article or book helped you complete the independent component.
-bodybuilding.com was extremely helpful to me throughout this process,as well as http://www.ihrsa.org/, and several more
c.)Update your independent component 2 log (Which should be under your Senior Project Hours Link)
d.)Explain what you completed
-I created several pamphlets that take individuals of all types into consideration, people of different ages, heights, weights, as well as different goals. This was essential to make sure that each individual had a guide to follow,
e.)Defend your work and explain the component's significance and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work.
f.)How did the component help you answer your EQ? Please include specific examples to illustrate how it helped.
-My essential question is "What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?" By researching the recommended exercise and healthy eating habits for individuals, I was able to put together a book of sorts to serve as a guide to individuals of different ages, weights, genders, goals, etc.
Grading Criteria
-Log on a digital spreadsheet
-Evidence of 30 hours of work
-Blog explaining and defending significance of component
Monday, April 18, 2016
Blog 21: Fourth Interview Reflection
1.)What is the most important thing that I learned from the interview?
-The most important thing I learned from my interview was to understand that each individual is different and that there is an effective plan for everybody. Another important thing I learned from Mr. Lugo was that there are so many different ways to get in shape and to not give up on your health plan.
2.)How will what I learned affect my final lesson?
-This interview with Mr. Lugo actually helped lead me to my second answer, which is education.
-The most important thing I learned from my interview was to understand that each individual is different and that there is an effective plan for everybody. Another important thing I learned from Mr. Lugo was that there are so many different ways to get in shape and to not give up on your health plan.
2.)How will what I learned affect my final lesson?
-This interview with Mr. Lugo actually helped lead me to my second answer, which is education.
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Blog 20: Interview 4 Preparation
Due Date:Friday April 15, 2016
1)Who do you plan to interview? What is the person's area of expertise?
-I plan to interview Mr. John Lugo, who is a freelance trainer.
2)Post 20 open ended questions you want to ask an expert in the field concerning your senior project. Your focus should be finding answers to your EQ.
*Interview itself is not due until Friday, April 14 to turnitin.com
*Verification sheet is due as well as the audio excerpt
20 Questions
1.)What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/ diet plan?
2.)How should the personal trainer approach an individual that is not following the program?
3.)How do you keep people motivated?
4.)What should I be aware of when training people?
5.)How important is the relationship with the individual?
6.)How do you start helping out other individuals? What steps do you take?
7.)How do you approach an individual that lacks motivation?
8.)How do you create an effective diet plan?
9.)Is there a program you would recommend for helping an individual keep track of their diet and workout plan ?
10.)As a personal trainer what questions should you be asking your client to be able to properly help them?
11.)How do you spend your time staying fit?
12.)What must you consider when creating the individuals workout/diet plan?
13.)Is there ways to make the workout/ diet plan easier to follow?
14.)Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
15.)Whats your favorite part of being an instructor?
16.)What was your biggest challenge starting out?
17.)What do you consider when helping an individual with their fitness goals?
18.)Motivation.What can you tell me about it?
19.)From your perspective, what could I teach that would be significant to people wanting to be fit?
20.)What other materials should I read in this field regarding personal training.
1)Who do you plan to interview? What is the person's area of expertise?
-I plan to interview Mr. John Lugo, who is a freelance trainer.
2)Post 20 open ended questions you want to ask an expert in the field concerning your senior project. Your focus should be finding answers to your EQ.
*Interview itself is not due until Friday, April 14 to turnitin.com
*Verification sheet is due as well as the audio excerpt
20 Questions
1.)What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/ diet plan?
2.)How should the personal trainer approach an individual that is not following the program?
3.)How do you keep people motivated?
4.)What should I be aware of when training people?
5.)How important is the relationship with the individual?
6.)How do you start helping out other individuals? What steps do you take?
7.)How do you approach an individual that lacks motivation?
8.)How do you create an effective diet plan?
9.)Is there a program you would recommend for helping an individual keep track of their diet and workout plan ?
10.)As a personal trainer what questions should you be asking your client to be able to properly help them?
11.)How do you spend your time staying fit?
12.)What must you consider when creating the individuals workout/diet plan?
13.)Is there ways to make the workout/ diet plan easier to follow?
14.)Do/did you have a mentor if yes, how did they influence you? If no, have you been a mentor to other people, how did that go?
15.)Whats your favorite part of being an instructor?
16.)What was your biggest challenge starting out?
17.)What do you consider when helping an individual with their fitness goals?
18.)Motivation.What can you tell me about it?
19.)From your perspective, what could I teach that would be significant to people wanting to be fit?
20.)What other materials should I read in this field regarding personal training.
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Blog 19: Third Answer
Due: Thursday March 3rd BY 8AM
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/diet plan?"
2.)What is your third answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-Creating the actual diet and workout plan based on what you've learned about the individual.
3.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-It's very important to create a diet/workout plan that suits the individual in terms of how many macros they should be getting a day, how much exercise, etc.
-It's also very important to take the individuals limitations into consideration, for example if they have past or present injuries, health issues, etc.
-It is essential to cater to the individuals needs but to also be able to push them in a healthier direction to be able to reach their fitness goals, which could put some stress on the individual when starting out, but it is important to keep them motivated and stay positive.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/make-personalized-nutrition-exercise-plan-6185.html
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://www.helpguide.org/harvard/whats-the-best-exercise-plan-for-me.htm
-http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-to-make-yourself-the-best-trainer-at-any-gym.html
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-My first answer is getting to know the individual, my second answer is to learn to properly motivate the individual, and my final answer is to actually create a workout and diet plan to guide the individual.
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout/diet plan?"
2.)What is your third answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-Creating the actual diet and workout plan based on what you've learned about the individual.
3.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-It's very important to create a diet/workout plan that suits the individual in terms of how many macros they should be getting a day, how much exercise, etc.
-It's also very important to take the individuals limitations into consideration, for example if they have past or present injuries, health issues, etc.
-It is essential to cater to the individuals needs but to also be able to push them in a healthier direction to be able to reach their fitness goals, which could put some stress on the individual when starting out, but it is important to keep them motivated and stay positive.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/make-personalized-nutrition-exercise-plan-6185.html
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://www.helpguide.org/harvard/whats-the-best-exercise-plan-for-me.htm
-http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-to-make-yourself-the-best-trainer-at-any-gym.html
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-My first answer is getting to know the individual, my second answer is to learn to properly motivate the individual, and my final answer is to actually create a workout and diet plan to guide the individual.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Blog 17: Answer 2
Due Date: Thursday 2/25
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
2.)What is your first answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-To understand the individual and their goals, learning their health habits, accommodations, workout preference, what they hope to gain from the experience.
3.)What is your second answer (In complete thesis format)
-Being able to properly motivate the individual, and to keep them motivated to reach their goal.
4.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-Motivation is needed for EVERYTHING, especially starting something new.
-It is also extremely important to STAY motivated and continue with whatever endeavor one sets their mind to. Especially when trying to get fit, because it takes time to get results, so its very important to stick with it.
-People often quick working out/ eating healthy, so its important to keep them motivated to keep working toward their goal and be able to continue that healthy lifestyle.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://www.ideafit.com/fitness-library/applying-the-science-of-motivation-0
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/important-motivation-working-out-exercising-3054.html
-http://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/workout-motivation-tips/
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-In fitness, like with anything else it is important to stay motivated, what are the best ways to go about keeping an individual motivated?
On Friday, 2/29 for Advisory, you will be presenting what you have from this blog. The presentation is more like a share-out and should not last longer than 2 minutes. You don't need a visual, and you should not read what you have written.
1.)What is your EQ?
-"What is the best way to help an individual create and execute an effective workout and diet plan?"
2.)What is your first answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
-To understand the individual and their goals, learning their health habits, accommodations, workout preference, what they hope to gain from the experience.
3.)What is your second answer (In complete thesis format)
-Being able to properly motivate the individual, and to keep them motivated to reach their goal.
4.)List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-Motivation is needed for EVERYTHING, especially starting something new.
-It is also extremely important to STAY motivated and continue with whatever endeavor one sets their mind to. Especially when trying to get fit, because it takes time to get results, so its very important to stick with it.
-People often quick working out/ eating healthy, so its important to keep them motivated to keep working toward their goal and be able to continue that healthy lifestyle.
5.)What printed source best supports your answer?
-http://www.ideafit.com/fitness-library/applying-the-science-of-motivation-0
6.)What other source supports your answer?
-http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/important-motivation-working-out-exercising-3054.html
-http://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/workout-motivation-tips/
-http://livehealthy.chron.com/importance-good-motivation-personal-trainer-2438.html
7.)Tie this together with a concluding thought.
-In fitness, like with anything else it is important to stay motivated, what are the best ways to go about keeping an individual motivated?
On Friday, 2/29 for Advisory, you will be presenting what you have from this blog. The presentation is more like a share-out and should not last longer than 2 minutes. You don't need a visual, and you should not read what you have written.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Blog 16: Independent Component 2 Approval
Due date: Thursday, 2/11 by 8am
1. Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to add 30 hours to mentorship
2. Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will take pictures, or get a confirmation signature.
3. Explain how this component will help you explore your topic in more depth.
-This component will help me explore my topic by finding more ways to help an individual workout and how to motivate them and such.
4. Post a log in your Senior Project Hours link and label it "Independent Component 2" log.
-Done.
Your answers to the questions should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do. Once we review your Blog Post 16, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan. If it is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to address the concerns so you can get your component approved. Additionally, any changes requested must be addressed to your house teacher well in advance of the completion date for full credit on the assignment.
Content:
Please review the component contract in the senior project packet. The Independent Component 2 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your answers in more depth. On Friday, April 22, 2016, you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
Please review the component contract in the senior project packet. The Independent Component 2 is an opportunity for you to add a dimension of creativity and/or an additional outlet for research. The goal of the component is for you to explore your answers in more depth. On Friday, April 22, 2016, you will be turning in the following to your blog to prove completion of this component:
- Blog post answering specific questions posted by senior team
- Log of hours clearly delineated as Independent Component 2 on the senior project hours spreadsheet (with total number of hours included)
- Evidence of the 30 hours of work (e.g. transcript, essays, tests, art work, photographs) as digital artifacts
For this blog post and approval, please answer the following questions.
1. Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.
-I plan to add 30 hours to mentorship
2. Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.
-I will take pictures, or get a confirmation signature.
3. Explain how this component will help you explore your topic in more depth.
-This component will help me explore my topic by finding more ways to help an individual workout and how to motivate them and such.
4. Post a log in your Senior Project Hours link and label it "Independent Component 2" log.
-Done.
Your answers to the questions should be supported with details and examples for the senior team to understand what you plan to do. Once we review your Blog Post 16, your house teacher will discuss with you the approval of your plan. If it is approved, please start working on it. If it is not approved, your house teacher will explain why. It is your job to address the concerns so you can get your component approved. Additionally, any changes requested must be addressed to your house teacher well in advance of the completion date for full credit on the assignment.
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