College of Education
Title
The Importance of Physical Fitness: Physical Fitness Standards and Fitness Program Implementation
Date of Award
5-1990
Document Type
Research Project Report
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Education
First Advisor
Clarence D. Kron, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Patricio Jaramillo, Ph.D.
Abstract
Due to the nature of law enforcement work, a large majority of an officer's time on the job is spent doing sedentary tasks. As a consequence, personnel develop a sedentary lifestyle which minimizes physical readiness and maximizes health risks. This paper examines the relationship existing between the over-all fitness level of a law enforcement agency and costs associated with absenteeism, major illnesses and civil liability, and suggests the need for a fitness program to be implemented at the Midland Police Department.
Recommended Citation
Aaron, Ronald Gene, "The Importance of Physical Fitness: Physical Fitness Standards and Fitness Program Implementation" (1990). College of Education. 74.
https://falconcommons.utpb.edu/utpb-edu/74
Comments
GV461.A27 1990.