Fit for Life: Beginner Fitness for Women Over 50
Over the years I have begun prioritizing health and fitness, and I’ve learned how vital exercise is—especially as we age. That’s why I created this course: to help older women build strength, confidence, and a solid foundation for lifelong wellness. With a focus on proper technique and sustainable movement, this program empowers women to work out safely and effectively, ensuring they stay strong, capable, and active at any stage of life.
This 6-week course offers a gentle and supportive introduction to exercise for women aged 50 and up. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of fitness principles and learn how to incorporate them into their workout routines. They will focus on essential exercises that promote strength, flexibility, and balance, while also building a sustainable exercise routine tailored to their needs. A self-assessment quiz at the start of the course helps learners gauge their current fitness level. Additionally, short, easy-to-follow explanation videos make learning the key concepts quick and straightforward.
Click on the icons below to see an indepth explanation for each part of the creation process for this course.
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Fit for Life: Beginner Fitness for Women Over 50 was developed using instructional design principles and user feedback, with a focus on gradual skill progression. Key elements included:
Sequential Learning: Starting with foundational fitness concepts and progressing to more advanced topics.
User-Centered Design: Adjustments like moving the self-assessment quiz to the beginning to enhance reflection.
Engagement & Accessibility: Using videos, discussion forums, and tracking sheets for varied learning styles and accessibility.
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The course is based on:
Adult Learning Theory (Knowles, 1980s): Focuses on self-directed learning with real-world application and personal goal-setting.
Constructivist Learning Theory: Encourages active engagement, reflection, and community discussion.
Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985): Promotes autonomy, competence, and community support to sustain motivation.
Motor Learning Theory: Gradual progression and repetition to reinforce proper technique.
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This course exemplifies best practices in instructional design, multimedia use, and learner engagement, making it a strong model for:
E-Learning: Integration of multimedia and interactive assessments.
Health Education: Promotes lifelong wellness for an underserved demographic.
Instructional Design: Demonstrates effective curriculum development through structured learning paths and user feedback.
Fit for Life combines theory with practice to create a scalable model for accessible, engaging online learning experiences.
