FOOD AND FITNESS FOR LIFE

By MELISSA NOLAN 

Two of the most important aspects of living a happy life are eating healthy and being active.  At Washingtonville High School, when these two aspects are combined, the result is a class called Food and Fitness for Life.  Evident by the name, students partaking in the class get the chance to learn how to make food with a healthy twist, while also making workout plans to reach their personal goals. 

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The class initially started in 2015 as part of the evening academy curriculum.  Although, the class did not take place in the 2016-2017 school year, it did make comeback this year.  Taught by Food and Nutrition teacher, Mrs. Campbell, and Physical Education teacher, Ms. Brouty, the course has been a huge success.  The two teachers, who are also great friends, come together to teach students skills that they can use for the rest of their lives. 

The class is aimed at teaching students how to reach and maintain an optimal level of health and wellness by combining proper nutrition and fitness.  Ms. Brouty explains, “Students assess their current diets and fitness levels, set goals, and learn how they can achieve these goals.  The class enables students to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to develop fitness programs and nutritional recipes/diet plans based on individual needs and desires.”  This also entails assessing one’s cardiovascular strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and strength. 

Additionally, Mrs. Campbell elucidates, “We also practice healthy food preparations, reading recipes, making healthy choices, understanding nutritional guidelines and reading food labels.” The class makes foods such as healthy chips and dip, protein peanut butter bites and cauliflower pizza.   Along with reaction time tests, sit ups, push ups and tons of fun, this class is ideal for any student who wants to be healthy and fit.

Food and Fitness for Life is a class that is overlooked by many. However, students who get the chance to sign up for the class in the beginning of the school year with their guidance counselor, will receive an extra credit.  Next year, dedicate one day a week to taking one of the best classes offered at WHS!