Fitness Classes in Diverse Settings

Question 1

What are some important legal considerations for online fitness classes?

Answer 1

Use participant waivers that specifically mention online instruction and worded for each participant’s state.
Have emergency response plan.
Secure professional liability insurance that specifically mentions online classes.
Only utilize permitted music.
Attain informed consent from each participant.

Question 2

What are some important things to remember for online classes relating to vocal quality?

Answer 2

Clarity - speak clearly, annunciate.
Pitch - avoid high-pitched sounds, use strong lower tone.
Speed - speak slowly
Contrast - create mood with voice (eg. quiet, celebratory, etc)

Question 3

What is the most common mode of instruction for online classes?

Answer 3

Coaching based, often practice style.

Question 4

What are some ways to build a sense of community in online classes?

Answer 4

Provide time before/after class for engagement
Engage in question/ice breaker as participants join
Utilize chat when available
Encourage cameras on
Make effort to use names
Provide health/fitness tips
Create fitness/wellness challenges
Plan short fitness-based games
Create class themes
Consider adding moderator for welcome/check-in
Open ended questions
Seek and use feedback
Invite participants to next class.

Question 5

What is green exercise?

Answer 5

Another name for outdoor exercise.

Question 6

What are some legal considerations for outdoor classes?

Answer 6

Participant waivers specific to outdoor activities
Emergency response plan
Liability insure needs to include outdoor activities
Mindful of local laws regarding use of space.
Agree to use of space through shared-use agreement.
Consider the legal use of music.

Question 7

What are some shared environment considerations for outdoor fitness classes?

Answer 7

Comply with all laws and ordinances - obtain and maintain permits.
Respect the rights of other users.
Leave no trace.

Question 8

What are some environmental considerations for outdoor fitness classes?

Answer 8

Ground surface
Hazards/debris
Sun exposure or shade
Pedestrian/automotive traffic
Access to drinking water
Access to electricity if needed
Access and locations of medical/public safety resources
Weather forecasts

Question 9

What are four environmental temperature related illnesses?

Answer 9

Heat cramps
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke
Hypothermia

Question 10

What are heat cramps?

Answer 10

Muscles spasms in the arms, legs, and stomach due to loss of electrolytes and fluids.

Question 11

What are the signs/symptoms of heat cramps?

Answer 11

Painful cramps, loss of strength, thirst, and dehydration.

Question 12

Is EMS activation required for heat cramps?

Answer 12

No, but medical attention may be necessary if vomiting or nausea occur.

Question 13

What is heat exhaustion?

Answer 13

Heat related illness attributed to hot, humid temperatures and the loss of electrolytes and fluids.

Question 14

What are the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?

Answer 14

Weak, rapid pulse, low blood pressure, fatigue, headache, dizziness, weakness, cold, clammy skin, profuse sweating, dehydration, elevated core temperature.

Question 15

Is EMS activation necessary for heat exhaustion?

Answer 15

Possibly, if symptoms progress and participant’s temperature is not decreasing.

Question 16

What is heat stroke?

Answer 16

A medical emergency and the most serious heat-related illness resulting from overexposure to heat.

Question 17

What are the signs/symptoms of heat stroke?

Answer 17

Hot, dry skin, red skin color, rapid pulse, anxiety, irritability, dyspnea, dehydration, elevated core temperature (>104° F), syncope

Question 18

What is dyspnea?

Answer 18

Shortness of breath. Subjective difficulty or distress in breathing.

Question 19

Is EMS activation required for heat stroke?

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

What is hypothermia?

Answer 20

A drop in body temperature below 95° F.

Question 21

What are the symptoms of hypothermia?

Answer 21

Shivering, tingling, numbness in fingers and toes, and burning feeling in nose and ears. Extreme exposure can result in fatigue, lethargy and possible cardiac arrest.

Question 22

Is EMS activation required for hypothermia?

Answer 22

Possibly, if symptoms progress to extreme exposure symptoms, or if participant’s temperature is not rising.

Question 23

How much fluid is recommended before exercise?

Answer 23

.08-.11 oz/lb at least 4 hours before exercise. (12-17 ounces for a 154 lb individual)

Question 24

What is a benefit of sodium-containing beverages or salted snacks before exercise?

Answer 24

Help retain fluid.

Question 25

How much fluid is recommended during exercise?

Answer 25

Monitor individual body-weight changes to estimate sweat loss. Composition of the fluid should include sodium, potassium, and carbohydrates. Prevent more than 2% loss in body weight.

Question 26

How much fluid is necessary after exercise?

Answer 26

Normal meals and beverages will restore euhydration.

Question 27

What is euhydration?

Answer 27

“Normal” body water content, maintained by drinking enough fluid to replace sweat losses.

Question 28

How much fluid is recommended for rapid recovery after exercise?

Answer 28

23 oz/lb of body weight lost.