Introduction

Wellness is defined by Robbins, Powers and Burgess1 in A Wellness Way of Life as an integrated and dynamic level of functioning oriented toward maximizing potential, dependent on self-responsibility. Wellness consists of many different dimensions including achievement in emotional, spiritual, occupational, intellectual, environmental, social, and physical dimensions. Focusing on the physical dimension, it becomes obvious that physical fitness is essential for maximum wellness in men and women. Physical fitness is the capacity of the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and muscles to function at optimal efficiency (Robbins et al, 2002). A few ways to test for physical fitness is to measure cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular endurance, and flexibility. I hypothesize that men will be able to perform at a higher level in the muscular endurance area than women because men are able to develop stronger muscles.

Methods

A sample was taken of college students in a Personal Health Lab. The...