Fine Tuning Your Car:  Sports Conditioning

If you are an athlete, get ready for some fine tuning. If you want to be fit without the intensity it takes to be competitive, you can still apply the information to your own fitness lifestyle and appreciate the sacrifices elite athletes endure. In either case, you need to be cautious of your level of intensity and be aware of over-training. Proper nutrition is also a key factor in your health.

Essential Questions

• What does it take to be an elite athlete?
• How can too much exercise be harmful?
• How can you make changes to a workout?
• How does proper nutrition play a role in being a high performing athlete?