iRubric: Weight Room & Training Rubric

Student does not complete the three-compound exercise and/or show little understanding of Principles of Exercise activity. Students need understanding of what muscles are being targeted and/or supervision to participate in the activity.

Students shows major errors in completing the three compound exercises also indicating they need assistance to exercise safely and productively in this activity. Students have 1 correct answer to what muscle group is being targeted.

Student independently completes the three compound exercises but show minor errors identifying exercises and minor errors in what muscle group is being targeted. Students may hesitate or seek confirmation form others when completing the assignment.

Student works in pairs to record data of their three compound exercises. The student has completed the correct number of sets, reps, and weight for that goal. Students understand every muscle group that is being targeted during each exercise.

Student fails to spot partner and/or are distracted or distract others during the lift. Students need direction and/or supervision to safely complete the task

Student demonstrates spotting skills with major errors in technique. Spotters may provide inconsistent spotting, show a lack of attention, lead partner with equipment management, and/or over-spot resulting in ineffective performance. Students may need assistance to safely complete the task.

Student demonstrates spotting skills (hand and body position) with minor errors. Spotters remain attentive throughout the exercise, follow weight facility safety procedures correctly and maintain a safe environment during the exercise.

Student demonstrates effective spotting skills (hand and body position) with no observable errors in technique. Students remain constantly attentive and provide verbal support (compliments and encouragements) to the lifter. Spotters follow weight facility safety procedures correctly and maintain a safe environment during the exercise. Spotters assist (not lead) their partners with proper equipment management and do not "over-spot."