Q: Do courses align to state and national standards?

A: Yes! Carone Fitness has taken great care to make sure that courses meet state and national standards.

Q: How does the physical activity component work in the PE courses?

A: Although physical education courses of The Personal Fitness Suite™ courses are delivered online, the physical activity required in these courses is anything but virtual! Fitness levels and activity for courses are measured with various pre- and post- fitness assessments. Students are required to keep a detailed log of their weekly fitness activities and to monitor and verify their progress through periodic evaluations.

Q: How do you verify that students are actually exercising?

A: As with any other secondary course, there is always risk of students cheating or falsifying information. However, several cross checks are in place to help verify student activity. Students record their physical activity and heart rate on exercise logs which must be verified by a parent/guardian. In addition, the instructor communicates with the student regularly to monitor progress. Weekly personal progress reflections and fitness assessments are also used to gauge the accuracy of a student’s fitness log. Additional verification methods, such as computer-linked heart rate monitors are available.

Q: How are the Carone Fitness courses appropriate for a variety of learners?

A: The Carone Fitness courses were designed using sound instructional theory. They are user friendly, easily navigable, and very consistent throughout. In addition, multimedia lessons combine text, pictures and video, and audio to greatly enhance learning and cater to specialized learners. Printable handouts are also available for students.

Q: What equipment is required? Do students have to have access to a gym?

A: There are no additional textbooks or equipment required for students to complete the courses in The Personal Fitness Suite™. If possible, it is recommend that students have access to a heart rate monitor and some inexpensive exercise equipment, such as a resistance band.

Q: How do students know what exercises to perform?

A: When taking PE courses in The Personal Fitness Suite™ students are required to participate in a variety of exercises, including cardio, strength, and flexibility. However, within those requirements, student can choose their own exercises. For students who are unsure what to do, recommendations are given. Students also have access to the Carone Fitness Exercise Library which provides instruction, pictures, and video of over 100 different exercises involving weights, exercise bands, or no equipment whatsoever.

Q. Is there an instructor for the course?

A: Carone Fitness courses are designed to be taken with an online instructor monitoring student progress. Carone Fitness can provide teaching services upon request. Our instructors maintain regular communication with the student, monitor tasks, grade assignments, and provide timely feedback. Schools may choose to use their own instructors if they wish.

Q: Can The Personal Fitness Suite™ accommodate students with physical limitations?

A: Because exercise programs can be tailored to meet the needs of each student, the courses of The Personal Fitness Suite™ are ideal for students of all fitness levels and abilities.

Q. How do I order The Personal Fitness Suite™?

A: For further inquiries about pricing and ordering any of the courses or packages in The Personal Fitness Suite™ please contact us.