The physical fitness need in Bible institutes and Bible colleges /By Joan Laurel Givens.
- 1962.
- iv, 75 leaves ; 29 cm.
Typescript. Chapter I. Introduction Chapter II. The Need Defined Chapter III. The Need Explained Chapter IV. The Need Explained Chapter V. The Need Met Chapter Virgin Islands Summary and Conclusions Appendix
Statement of the Problem -- Sources of Information -- Preview of Paper. Definition of Terms: -- Total Fitness -- Physical Fitness --- Scope of Study -- The Association of Physical Fitness and Other Aspects of Total Fitness. The Over-all Effect and Value of Exercise as It Relates to Physical Fitness. Physical Fitness Picture in the United States: -- The Lack of Physical Fitness -- Reasons for the Lack of Physical Fitness -- Recommendations for Meeting the Need -- Measures Now Being Taken to Meet the Need -- Physical Fitness Picture on the Mission Field: -- The Lack of Physical Fitness -- Reasons for the Lack of Physical Fitness -- Recommendations for Meeting the Need -- Measures Now Being Taken to Meet the Need -- Physical Fitness Picture in Bible Schools and Colleges: -- The Lack of Physical Fitness -- Reasons for the Lack of Physical Fitness -- Measures Now Being Taken to Meet the Need. Missionary Suggestions -- Aim -- Related Objectives -- Related Factors to Be Considered: -- An Adequate Health Examination -- Adequate time in the Curriculum -- The Accreditment of Health and Physical Education in all Schools and Colleges for Graduation -- Adequate Indoor and Outdoor Facilities in Every School -- Professionally Trained and Accredited Supervisors and Teachers -- Suggested Elements of an Adequate Program: -- Exercise Program -- Gym Classes -- Recreation -- Intramural Program. Summary -- Conclusions. Questionnaire Sent to Bible Colleges and Bible Institutes -- Questionnaire Sent to Missionaries -- Questionnaire Sent to Mission Boards.