Interesting post on the muscle system!

Interesting Facts: 

Muscles make up 40% of your total body weight.
It takes half as long to gain muscle than it does to lose it.
The smallest muscles are found in the middle ear.To take one step, you use 200 muscles.Humans are born with all the muscle fibers they will ever have.Your tongue is the strongest muscle in your body.It takes 17 muscles to smile and 43 to frown (keep smiling:)When you’re cold, your muscles contract involuntarily.The only muscle that never tires is our heart.

How do our muscles grow ?!

People go to the gym all the time and do routine workouts that they see online or they learn from somewhere. Some people see changes fast and other it takes more time. Do Theese people really know how their muscles even grow. When I really thought about it I had a few questions. 

The key to building muscle is protein synthesis and cellular repair. Skeletal muscles are made up of long fibers chains containing protein. Bundles of thousands of fibers make up the muscles it's self when and athlete engages in a heavy work out the structure is damaged causing micro tares in the muscle fibers. The body naturally repairs the damage by mending the torn fibers. The result is a muscle that's larger and stronger than before and each additional work out the athlete/person builds bulk, strength and speed. 

Final buddy reflection

1.  What adjustments and improvements did you make in your lessons (structure, activities, organization, instructions) from the first lesson to the last one?

The first lesson compared to the last lesson was different for many reasons. One we were a lot more organized and speakin to the children was a lot easier. We changed the games to be more easy and suitable for their age. We got to build a connection with our buddy and learnt a lot about each student. 

2.  What was the biggest challenge for your group?  For you?

The biggest challenge for my group was probably trying to choose a game that worked in everyone's favour and was easy to understand for the kids! I didn't have any major challenges that I had to overcome possibly because I'm always around children and it was second nature to me. 


3.  Describe your favourite moment as a leader and explain why.

My favorite moment is when we go there and the children are so excited to see us and get started. Being a leader is important and such a privalge to have the opportunity to have that power. It feels good to be helping theese teachers & interacting with Theese kids! 

4. What do you still need to work on?  What improvements would you make if you were continuing teaching for another month?

I think if I was alone I would work on better games to play where they all have more fitness time rather than a game where the children are not moving as much. I would pre plan all the activities and improve my ideas.




PE Buddies -
1.  What are some of the things that you learned being a PE buddy?

I learned that interacting with your buddy is extremely important and you always have to be positive! 



2.  Did your comfort level change over the course of the month?  Why or why not?

Yes, my comfort level changed from the begining to the end because in the begining As a class we weren't really sure what to expect, how the kids were going to be and I don't think a lot of us realized the big impact we have on them. Now I feel a lot more comfortable with speaking to them as a class and individual. 


3.  What was your favourite part of being a buddy?  Be specific.

My favorite part would be making them happy! My buddy I got close to by going out of my way and talking to her. She was sitting alone during the lesson and she seemed to be crying so I went over asked what was wrong and made her feel a lot better. Everyday we went she was really excited to see me and I was excited to do pe with her and help her feel more comfortable in her environment! 

In conclusion -
Rate the following:

Your group -
Lesson planning  4/5
Organization  5/5
Instructional clarity  4.5/5
Team work   5/5
Improvement  4.5/5

You -
Interaction with buddy  9/10
Improvement on your goal  5/5

Kindey Dissection

Internal anatomy:

Muscle move video

Muscle	Origin	Insertion	Movement
pectoralis major	Clavicular head: medial half of the clavicle.	Lateral lip of the intertubercular (bicipital) groove of the humerus.	Flexes the arm at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint.
intercostal muscles	Inferior border of ribs above.	Superior border of ribs below.	Elevation of the rib cage during inhalation.
trapezius	external occipital protuberance, ligamentum nuchae, and medial portion of the superior nuchal line	posterior-superior aspect of the lateral one third of the clavicle	elevation of the scapula, upward rotation of the scapula (with the serratus anterior and lower trapezius)
gluteus maximus	Outer iliac blade, iliac crest, sacrum, coccyx. latae	Gluteal tuberosity of femur, iliotibial band of fasciae	Extends and laterally rotates thigh, braces knee
biceps femoris	upper inner quadrant of posterior surface of ischial tuberosity. Short head:middle third of linea aspera, lateral supracondylar ridge of femur	Styloid process of head of fibula. lateral collateral ligament and lateral tibial condyle	Extension of the thigh at the hip, Abduction of the thigh at the hip
tibialis anterior	Lateral condyle and proximal half 2/3 of the lateral surface of the tibial shaft.	Inferomedial aspect of the medial cuneiform and base of the first metatarsal.	Inverts and adducts the free foot, assists in plantar flexion. Prevents excessive pronation of the foot during walking.
soleus	Soleal line and middle third of posterior border of tibia and upper quarter of posterior shaft of fibula including neck	Tendo calcaneus to middle of three facets on posterior surface of calcaneus	Plantar flexes foot(ankle)
biceps brachii	Long head:supraglenoid tubercle of scapula. Short head: coracoid process of scapula with coracobrachialis	posterior border of bicipital tuberosity of radius (over bursa) and bicipital aponeurosis to deep fascia and subcutaneous ulna	Supinates forearm, flexes elbow, weakly flexes shoulder
deltoid	Lateral third of clavicle, acromion, spine of scapula to deltoid tubercle	Middle of lateral surface of humerus (deltoid tuberosity)	Abducts arm, anterior fibers flex and medial rotate, posterior fibers extend and lateral rotate
triceps brachii	Long head: infraglenoid tubercle of scapula. lateral head: upper half posterior humerus (linear origin). medial head: lies deep on lower half posterior humerus inferomedial to spiral groove and both intermuscular septa	Posterior part of upper surface of olecranon process of ulna and posterior capsule	Extends elbow. Long head stabilizes shoulder joint. medial head retracts capsule of elbow joint on extension
rectus abdominus	Straight head: anterior inferior iliac spine. Reflected head: ilium above acetabulum	Quadriceps tendon to patella , via ligamentum patellae into tubercle of tibia	Extends leg at knee. Flexes thigh at hip
sternocleidomastoid	Anterior and superior manubrium and superior medial third of clavicle	Lateral aspect of mastoid process and anterior half of superior nuchal line	Flexes and laterally rotates cervical spine. Protracts head when acting together . Extends neck when neck already partially extended

5 week fitness plan

Target:
to get toned

Pre fitness test:
Max push ups/60sec (muscular strength and endurance)-11
Max sit up/60 seconds (muscular strength and endurance)-34
Max plank/body bridge (core strength )1:30
beep test at school / 9




DAY 1:

5 Minute warm up

Stretch

LEGS: Squats- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

           Ham curls- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

           Leg extension- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

           Leg press- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

           Calf raises- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

20 Min Of Cardio

DAY 2:

5 Minute Warm up

Stretch

CHEST & TRICEPS: Medicine Ball Chest Pass- 2 sets of 20 reps

                                Push-Ups- 3 sets of max rep

                                Peck Fly Machine- 2 sets of 12-15 reps

                                Dips- 3 sets of 9-12 reps

                                Triceps Extension 3 sets of 8-12 reps

20 Min Of Cardio

DAY 3:

Insanity

DAY 4:

5 Minute warm up

Stretch

BACK & BIECEPS: Lat Pull-Down- 3 sets of 8-12 reps

                         Back Extensions- 3 sets of 12-15 reps

                         Seated Row Machine 3 sets of 12-15 reps

                         Standing Barbell Curl 3 sets of 10-12 reps

                                   Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curl 3 sets of 10-12            

                         Reps.

20 Min Of Cardio

DAY 5:

5 Minute warm up

Stretch

SHOULDERS & ABS: Seated Dumbbell Press 3 sets of 10-12 reps

                             Front Shoulder Raises 3 sets of 10-12 reps

                             Side Shoulder Raises 3 sets of 10-12 reps

                              Reverse Machine Flyes 3 sets of 10-12 reps

                             Abs crunches 3 sets of 12-15 reps

                             Plank 3 sets of 20-60 seconds

                             Bicycle 3 sets of 12-16 reps

                             Leg Raises 3 sets of 12-16 reps

20 Min Of Cardio

DAY 6: REST

DAY 7: REST

Post test:Max push ups/60sec (muscular strength and endurance)-15
Max sit up/60 seconds (muscular strength and endurance)-45
Max plank/body bridge (core strength 2min
Beep test at the gym/ 10 or higher

                     

                          

 

Pig fetus dissection

The fetus was very small, smaller than I expected and the parts of the baby pig were even more small than I imagined ! The pig that I chose had no teeth and the mouth was very small. 

 

My first incision was just through the skin to see the muscles before fulling cutting in. 

Once I cut through the muscle I opened up the pigs abdominal cavity and this is what it looked like inside! 

The heart is located at the top of where the cut is in the pig. I then took the heart out and cut it in half to see the inside of the heart. It looks extremely similar to a humans heart just miniature. 

After that I then observed and took out the lungs. I saw the rib cage intercostal muscles, trachea and diaphragm.

After that I observed and took out the liver, esophagus, stomach, gall bladder and intestines. I also took a picture of the umbilical cord ! 

Then I took out the kidneys. 

I wasn't able to get the picture of the pigs brain but I did cut it open and see for myself in person. 

In replacement of that I googled a picture of what it would have looked like. 

I really enjoyed doing this lab and seeing how everything looks and I was very satisfied with how everything we were learning about in class was brought to life  and we were all able to see things in real life instead if pictures or diagrams! 

Fitness Testing !

Beep test: 9

T-test: 10.4

sit and reach: 5

body bridge: 2min

vertical : 30

body press: 12

board touches: 7

Grouse grind post

I was not able to attend the grouse grind because I was really sick that day and stayed back to work. I would love to experience doing the grouse grind and seeing how my body reacts and works with the intensity of the hike. I think that I would have a hard time going up because my endurance is not very good but I would really like to test my self and go again few months later to see how much more I could improve.

Interesting post on the urinary system!

Urinary Tract Infection: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

I chose to do my question/interesting post on Urinary track infections also known as a UTI.
Getting a UTI is a very common thing for young women starting ages 12 and older. Women are more likely than men to get a UTI. One reason for this is that women have a shorter urethra than men do, and it is closer to the anus. Sexual activity also increases a woman's risk of UTI.. A urinary tract infection is caused simply by bacteria that get inside your urinary tract. Most bacteria that enter your urinary tract are expelled when you pee. If the 

bacteria stay's in your urinary tract, you may get an infection. Your urinary tract includes  

your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Urine is made in your kidneys, and it flows from the ureters

to the bladder. Urine leaves the bladder through the urethra. Some people get UTI's frequently others

may get it once or twice. 

The signs and symptoms of a UTI

• A strong and frequent urge to urinate often, even after you've just emptied your bladder
• Pain or burning while urinating
• Cloudy or bloody urine
• Pain in the lower abdomen or back (pelvic pain for women, rectal pain for men)

Risk factors

• Women are more likely than men to get a UTI. One reason for this is that women have a shorter urethra than men do, and it is closer to the anus. Sexual activity also increases a woman's risk of UTI. More risk factors are the drop in estrogen levels, blockages of the urinary tract, such as those caused by a kidney stones and people with an impaired immune system such as diabetes.

Treatment

Usually, a urinary track infection is treated with antibiotics to prevent it from spreading to the kidneys.  Patients should finish their prescribed antibiotics, even if symptoms disappear, because not finishing a course of antibiotics may allow the infection to return. Symptoms of a bladder infection usually go away within one to two days after starting antibiotics.