Lesson+2+-+Learn+about+the+weight+room

__Middle School Philosophy for the Weight Room__ > **__Objectives__:** > 1. Students will understand that the weight room is divided into three sections: Cardio, machines, free weights > 2. Students will be able to name the machines and understand how they work. > 3. Students will understand what weight room exercises can specifically improve each component of fitness. >  > Click here to view the Exercise Video Page
 * 1) Weight Room is supervised by a teacher before any lifting begins.
 * 2) When lifting for strength students will do 10 repetitions with a higher weight. **You must be able to properly lift the weight ten consecutive times!**
 * 3) When lifting for endurance students will do 20 repetitions at a lower weight.
 * 4) Students need to understand that their bodies are growing very quickly and lifting incorrectly or too much weight will do more harm than good.
 * 5) Students should concentrate on form and technique and not try to impress their classmates with lifting heavy weights.