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What motivated me to choose this goal?

 - I want to be able to lift heavy objects for longer periods of time without fatigue and I also want to build up some muscle.

How do these exercises or activities benefit me and help me reach my goal?

 - By doing exercises such as push ups and sit ups, I increase my muscular endurance, especially if I increase the intensity of the workout gradually. The same goes for jogging and running. This will build up my stamina.

How often will I perform these exercises or activities?

 - I will exercise every other day. 

How will I warm up?

 - I will do a combination of push ups and sit ups, depending on the day. I will also do stretches before running.

How will I apply the FITT principle?

 - I will gradually increase the intensity of my workout over time. I will also be working out 3/4 times a week. 

How will I apply the overload principle?

- By increasing the intensity of my workout, I will be overloading my muscles. This stress will benefit my overall body, so long as I keep the increase gradual.

 

How can I apply the progression principle to be sure I will achieve my goal?

 - The progression principle will be applied as both intensity and time FITT principles are changed as the weeks continue. Each workout session will be slightly more stressful than the previous.

How will I consider and apply the biomechanical principles (force, leverage, etc.) into my plan?

 - By applying more force to the elliptical machine, I will increase the speed at which I am doing the exercise. The faster I go, the more intense my workout is. Leverage will be used during push ups as I come down to the ground with my elbows at a 90 degree angle. This means I will need more force to overcome the lack of leverage to push my self up. 

What rules of gym etiquette do I need to be most aware of? How will I address them?

 - I will wipe my machine when I am done working out, but I am working out at home, so the other rules don't really apply.

What elements of gym safety do I need to consider? How will I be sure to be safe whether I work out in a gym or at home?

 - The main rules I will need to consider are wearing shoes while on the machine and not getting distracted by my phone and talking while working out, as violating these rules could be dangerous.

The gym can be a busy place. What kinds of conflicts might occur in my area of the gym? How can I avoid this conflict?

 - Try to work out who will go first, second, etc. if you find a busy machine. Be courteous and things should be fine.

What cool down activities will I incorporate?

 - I will do a slow walk on the elliptical to slow my heart rate and I will strech after working out.