Florida Administrative Code
15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES
15B - Division of Florida Highway Patrol
Chapter 15B-7 - PHYSICAL FITNESS
Section 15B-7.002 - Exercise
Current through Reg. 50, No. 187; September 24, 2024
Exercise is the key to physical fitness. Members should continuously carry on a self-conditioning program designed to meet their individual needs for the development and maintenance of all aspects of physical fitness. The program should include exercises for the following:
(1) Cardiovascular Endurance - The heart's ability to perform more work than usual, more economically for a prolonged period and to recover quickly upon cessation of activity. The condition of the circulatory (cardiovascular) system is the prime factor in the development and maintenance of a well conditioned body. Such activities as running, jogging, swimming and cycling will develop this aspect of total fitness.
(2) Muscular Strength and Endurance - Strength is the ability of a muscle to contract and overcome resistance. It is the maximum amount of force a muscle can exert in a single contraction. Muscular endurance is the ability of muscles to either maintain maximum contractions or to contract repetitively for a relatively long period of time. Weight lifting, isometric exercises, push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups and working with heavy medicine balls will develop muscular strength and endurance.
(3) Flexibility - This is the range of motion of the joints. This motion can be increased by regular exercises featuring stretching, bending and twisting movements.
Rulemaking Authority 321.02 FS. Law Implemented 321.02 FS.
New 7-18-79, Formerly 15B-7.02.
