- #CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS PATCH#
- #CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS SERIES#
- #CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS FREE#
#CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS SERIES#
The Physical Fitness Award is meant to improve the fitness of its participants over time.Įvery participant must assess their physical fitness, create and follow a fitness program for improvement, and complete a series of educational requirements in order for them to achieve this award. Demonstrate your ability to improve your strength, posture, endurance, agility, speed, accuracy, and balance with your own goal-oriented fitness plan. With supervision from your mentor or other qualified persons, set up a fitness goal-oriented plan using the seven major components of fitness.ħ. Illustrate how you would prepare for the physical fitness goals included in the award program.Ħ. Know your own capabilities and limitations. Properly outfit for physical activities with proper equipment, clothing, and footwear. Explain the special considerations for preventing dehydration and hypothermia.ĥ. Explain to your mentor the symptoms of dehydration and hypothermia. Explain precautions to be taken for a physical fitness activity in each of the following: woods, fields, facilities, and waterfront.Ĥ. Review the BSA guidelines for the Athletics and other physical activity or personal fitness-oriented merit badge and explain steps you have taken to follow each of the guidelines for the fitness goals. Using the BSA references listed after the seven major components, give a presentation to a BSA or other community youth group (at least eight youth participants) on cardiovascular fitness, diet, the health benefits of regular aerobic exercise, exercise recommendations for the Scout age group, and healthy lifestyles.ģ. (This can be done as part of the examination required by any council-approved class 3 medical evaluation.)Ģ. Complete a cardiovascular fitness evaluation/consultation with your personal health care provider. All BSA precautions and safety measures apply to this award.ġ. All participants must have had medical check-ups from their physician prior to participation.
#CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS FREE#
Instruction and participation in this award must be conducted in an environment free from all hazards and dangers. Physical Fitness merit badge counselors as qualified mentors for this award. The Great Salt Lake Council has designated all Boy Scout
#CUB SCOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS PATCH#
Scouters who wish to earn this award must complete the seven requirements and have an application submitted to a Council Service Center by the unit leader.Ĭub Scouts and leaders who earn the award may then purchase a special recognition pin, certificate, and patch from a local Scout Shop.Įvery participant must complete this award with the assistance of a council approved mentor. Improve health, fitness, and quality of life through daily physical activity Lay a skill, knowledge, and attitude foundation of the seven major components of fitness Encourage the development of attitudes, knowledge, and skills that promote fitness and safe conduct In order to encourage physical fitness and good health in Scouts, the BSA Physical Fitness Award is now offered to all Cub Scouts and leaders.