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Adventist University of the Philippines

Puting Kahoy, Silang Cavite

Physical Inactivity--The Hidden Risk of Pandemic: An Exercise Promotional

Program for BSMLS students of the Adventist University of the Philippines

A Community Project Report

Presented to the
Medical Laboratory Science Department

In Partial Fulfilment
Of the Requirements for the Course
Community and Public Health

By:
HAZEL J. CORTEZ
KYJN FRANSTER R. ESTREBILLA
AERONN D. FIEDACAN
SHADROCK A. REMONDE
NHEMIE LLEWR R. SOMOSO

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APPROVAL SHEET

This project entitled, “Physical Inactivity--The Hidden Risk of Pandemic: An

Exercise Promotional Program for BSMLS students of the Adventist University of

the Philippines”, prepared and submitted by HAZEL J. CORTEZ, KYJN FRANSTER

R. ESTREBILLA, AERONN D. FIEDACAN, SHADROCK A. REMONDE, NHEMIE

LLEWR R. SOMOSO, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the course

Community and Public Health, has been examined and is recommended for the

acceptance and approval.

Princess Red Rose G. Rodriguez, RMT (MSMT/MPH) Date Signed

Instructor, Community and Public Health

Ma. Kristine H. Mendoza, RMT, MPH, MSMT Date Signed

Chairperson, Medical Laboratory Science Department

Dr. Miriam R. Estrada, RND, DrPH Date Signed

Dean, College of Health

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 ABSTRACT

PHYSICAL INACTIVITY--THE HIDDEN RISK OF PANDEMIC: An Exercise

Promotional Program for BSMLS students of the Adventist University of the

Philippines

Hazel J. Cortez, Kyjn Franster R. Estrebilla, Aeronn D. Fiedacan, Shadrock A. Remonde,

Nhemie Llewr R. Somoso

Adventist University of the Philippines

July 2021

Instructor: Princess Red Rose G. Rodriguez

Abstract

Physical Inactivity is a problem experienced by many and it comes with various

detrimental effects to everyone’s health. If physical inactivity is practiced by a person and

is incorporated into their daily life, we can deem them to have a sedentary lifestyle. This

lifestyle is evident upon every community and individual especially when COVID-19

pandemic began. The Medical Laboratory Science students at the Adventist University of

the Philippines were no exception to this. A three-session program entitled, “PHYSICAL

INACTIVITY: THE HIDDEN RISK OF PANDEMIC,” was conducted among the

BSMLS students of AUP in order to promote physical activity. Various activities were

conducted, primarily a lecture session as well as a zoomba (zumba) session. The

activities, in line with the team's objectives, were proven to be a success.  Participants of

the program are now able to start their workout habit and pledged to continue adapting to

a healthier life by improving their activities and physical lifestyle.

Keywords: physical inactivity, sedentary lifestyle, health, exercise, pandemic

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The authors have undergone a lot of challenges and conflicts but still managed to

push this through the help of some individuals who were supportive along the process. In

sincerest way, the authors would like to express their deepest gratitude and appreciation

to the following people for helping them in the completion of this book.

First, their warmest thanks to the Almighty God for the guidance and safety, gift

of knowledge and wisdom He bestowed to the authors, and for the blessings He gave that

greatly helped this program to become successful.

Their parents, for the financial support, love, and for motivating them during

times of uncertainty.

To their friends, for always being there when they are in need and for sharing

ideas and encouragement to the authors despite the long-distance situation.

To their Clinical Instructor, Ma’am Princess Red Rose G. Rodriguez for guiding

the authors from the planning process up to the implementation of the program.

The authors wish to extend their special thanks to the participants, who made this

program possible and for the cooperation of everybody to attain the program goals and

objectives.

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 DEDICATION

This book is dedicated to our parents, who taught us that even the most

challenging things could be accomplished when doing one step at a time and when we

put effort into something.

To our Professor Ma’am Princess Red Rodriguez, who patiently assisted, advised, and

supported the program.

To friends who gave advice, encouraged and supported the program, and all the people

behind the program.

And lastly, to God, who served as our source of inspiration, wisdom, knowledge, and

understanding. All these we offer to you.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page i
ABSTRACT iv
List of Tables ix
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND 1

APPENDICES
APPENDIX A Geographical Map38
APPENDIX B Correspondence 38
APPENDIX C Needs Questionnaire 39
APPENDIX D Poster, Logo, Flyers, Tarp 40
APPENDIX E Attendance of Participants 41
APPENDIX F Certificates 42
APPENDIX G Pictures 42
APPENDIX H Module 44

CURRICULUM VITAE 54

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 List of Figures

Figure 1. Map of the Adventist University of the Philippines 3

Figure 4.1. Bar Graph showing the points scored by the participants 29
Figure 4.2. Pie Chart showing the number of participants who have accomplished
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at least 2 hours of physical activity in their weekly schedule

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 List of Tables

Table 1. Marketing and Promotional Strategies 20

Table 2. Components of Activities 21
Table 3. General Gantt chart 22
Table 4. Specific Gantt chart 23
Table 5. Activity-Resource 24
Table 6. Monitoring Worksheet 26

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THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction

Physical Inactivity is a problem experienced by many and it comes with various

detrimental effects to everyone’s health. If physical inactivity is practiced by a person,

and is incorporated into their daily life, we can deem them to have a sedentary lifestyle.

The pandemic basically forced everyone to have a sedentary lifestyle due to the

restrictions implemented for everyone’s safety. Sedentary lifestyle is defined as a person

who is often sitting or lying down while engaged in an activity like socializing, watching

television, playing video games, reading or using a mobile phone/computer for much of

the day. Truly, people who are affected by the pandemic experience this lifestyle, others

may choose to accept such a lifestyle, while others devise ways to conquer it (Lee et al.,

2018). 

A perfect way to combat sedentary lifestyle or physical inactivity is through

exercise. Prior to COVID-19 pandemic, people would generally have no time for exercise

due to various reasons such as: lack of time, busy schedule, health defects, lack of

motivation, fear of commitment, and many more. Now that COVID-19 has restricted

people from going out, it has also brought upon another negative effect. Unknowingly,

COVID-19 has also promoted the sedentary lifestyle towards everyone, giving others

more reasons to refrain from exercising (Moore et al., 2020). Exercising is vital to

everyone, especially towards students. Exercise can help those who practice it to control
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their weight, reduce their risk of heart diseases, improve mental health and mood, reduce

the risk of cancer, and many more (Warburton, 2006).

In trying to incorporate exercise in one’s daily schedule they must bear in mind

their availability and motivation towards the activity. The participants would need

relevant knowledge regarding exercise, sedentary lifestyle, or physical inactivity. The

program that the group will conduct would cover the basic information regarding exercise

and sedentary lifestyle. The exercise sessions would also hopefully ignite the participants

desire to set exercise and physical activity as a part of their daily routine.

Community Demography

The Adventist University of the Philippines is an Adventist learning institution

that employs Christian-based learning in its education. It is aimed to develop young

people for usefulness in life, especially in making them efficient workers for Christian

service, as well as preparing them for the kingdom of God. The university holds

numerous accreditations spanning to different colleges and schools. It takes pride in

being an autonomous university that can take care of all the needs of its students which

can all be found within its premises. It is located at Puting, Kahoy, Silang, Cavite with a

165-hectare plot of land. The university is also 50 km from Manila. The university is also

a boarding school, meaning that it is a university that is aimed at cultivating their students

within the campus by letting them reside in dormitories and other residences. The

university currently holds 9 colleges and 2 schools (elementary and high school). The

current president of the university is Dr. Francisco Gayoba.

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In the 2019-2020 census, there are 2,887 students in the university colleges. There

are 486 of the 2,887 that are studying in the College of Health, some of which our

interviewees are from the medical technology department. 

Figure 1. Map of Adventist University of the Philippines

Note. Google maps view/Street view of Adventist university of the Philippines.

Profile of target population

Socio-economic Characteristics

The residents of AUP as well as its faculty and staff, all work and study within its

facilities. The university itself is a boarding school, which houses most of its students and

workers. Occupations found within the community span under the area of general

education and management. Workers include maintenance staff, faculties, admins,

management, security, and many more. AUP is capable of providing a wide variety of
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jobs for many people with different skill sets. The entire community is focused on

education, therefore most of its residents and workers do have an education. 

Cultural characteristics

Adventist University of the Philippines has a wide variety of cultures and beliefs.

Based on the survey collected from 42 respondents, 71.4% of the students are female and

the remaining 28.6% are male. There are 29 Seventh-day Adventists, 8 Roman Catholics,

3 Born Agains, 1 Baptist, and 1 Protestant.  These values signify a small part of the

population mainly, the BS medical laboratory science students. The majority of the

population would obviously be Seventh Day Adventists, this is mainly due to the fact that

AUP is an Adventist institution. The Adventist belief somewhat molded the cultural

aspect of the community and it is rooted in the community’s Philosophy, Mission, and

Vision. The Christian belief of AUP is well integrated into its educational system,

making it a center for Christian education. Although it is predominantly Christian, other

beliefs and cultures are well respected in this university. 

Health-related Characteristics

Based on the data gathered by the survey, roughly 71% are clear of a history of

medical conditions while 29% of the 42 participants currently has or had a history of

medical conditions with which can limit physical activity engagement. Among these

medical conditions are asthma (41.6%) which is the majority.  

Environment and Healthcare System

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Through the observation of the AUP community by the group, it has been

observed that there are sufficient health facilities within the community, one of which is

the university clinic that classifies as a level 1 hospital, which is the primary health care

facility of the university. This health care facility takes care of the health needs of the

entire university, housing a pharmacy and a clinical & diagnostic laboratory, among

others. The health care facility is capable of extending its services to other nearby

communities. The university clinic is headed by Dr. Shirley Pamintuan and its

administrator Dr. Shirley Buhia. The AUP community can be deemed self-sufficient

when it comes to providing healthcare to its residents. 

There is also an abundance of parks and open areas where students are able to

engage in physical activity and conduct various programs in the presence of nature. The

Christian-based environment created by AUP allowed the formation of various physical,

mental, social, and spiritual health programs that students, faculties, and other residents

alike can benefit from. The university also has a lot of sites for different recreational and

physical activities. The university holds a tennis court, a whole gym and a covered court,

a wide campus for jogging, public table tennis tables, and many more. Different parks

and recreational sites can recuperate everyone’s health care needs. One example of which

is the Centennial park for improving and maintaining both spiritual and mental health. 

If the residents of AUP are truly in need of medical assistance which cannot be

provided within the university there are other nearby sources of health care that can

provide what they lack, one of which is QualiMed, a hospital 2.5km from AUP, it is a

four-minute drive and can deliver and respond to the medical needs of the patients

coming from the campus. 

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Marketing Assessment

The Adventist University of the Philippines being a Christian university gives rise

to numerous health programs and other health-related programs as an act of service for

God. The university provides education in a wide field of medicine and health, covering

medical laboratory science, dentistry, nursing, and many more. These aforementioned

colleges hold independent or campus wide programs that are beneficial for the

community. Examples of which are the free tooth extraction conducted by the College of

Dentistry as a service for the public, as well as practice for the students. AUP also offers

free services for its students such as dental checkups by presenting the registration form.

Profile of Target Audience

The target audience of the program are students enrolled in the Medical

Laboratory Science program at the Adventist University of the Philippines located at

Putting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite. In terms of gender group, of the 42 respondents who

participated in the survey, 12 (28.6%) of them were males and the other 30 (71.4%) are

females. The respondents’ ages had been categorized to four different age groups. There

was one (2.4%) 18-year-old respondent, while there was a subtotal of 7 (16.7%) 19-year-

old respondents. The third group, which were the 20-year-old students, had a subtotal of

21 (50%), and the last age group which were the 21 years old respondents were 13 (31%).

There were four different year levels that took part in the survey, 2 (4.8%) were 1st year
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students, 7 (16.7%) were 2nd year students, 29 (69%) were 3rd year students, while the

other 4 (9.5%) were 4th year students.

Statement of Health Problems

At present, the AUP community is under the effects of the pandemic, making the

wonderful facilities that they have for health to be unused. To have a grasp of the current

situation of the students of the community, the group conducted a survey to assess the

health situation of the students of the MLS department. Currently, the majority of the

students do not have a major health condition, only a few have a kind of condition that

could hinder their participation in this program. The data also showed that 69% of the

respondents do engage in physical activity, although a majority of them only do so 1 to 2

days a week. They would also spend merely 10-20 mins for exercise, which is not enough

to supplement the daily physical needs of a person in order to stay in shape.

Based on the data collected, aside from health conditions that hinder them from

exercising, 33% of the respondents have stated that they do not engage themselves in

physical activity due to various reasons. When the pandemic started, all students were

forced to take the courses online and this is among the many reasons why they are not

able to engage in physical activities for longer duration; being forced to sit in front of

their devices for a longer time due to the increased demand in school requirements,

because of this they feel demotivated in doing physical activity. Another reason is safety

and security. When the virus started to spread, security was the priority, prohibiting them

to go outside the dormitory and thus, being unable to do physical activity outside. Some

of the participants are also disinterested in doing physical activities for the reason that
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they have difficulty managing their time. According to the result of the survey, 78.6% of

the 14 responses are willing to join a health program. Meaning that despite them being

inactive because of the circumstances brought by the pandemic, they are still willing to

improve and engage in physical activities.

Statement of Goals and Objectives with Evaluative Criteria

Goal: To promote physical activity to BSMLS students at Adventist University of the

Philippines

Objectives:

Knowledge:

After the program, 75% of the participants will recognize the effects of a sedentary

lifestyle.

Strategy: Interactive Lecture

Evaluative criteria: Get an 80% grade or higher in the post assessment test.

Attitude:

After the program, 75% of the participants will adopt a lifestyle in which physical

activity is involved in their schedule.

Strategy: Counselling, Question and Answer

Evaluative criteria: 75% of the participants will report their current physical activities

through a follow-up form.

Practice:

After the program, 75% of the participants will create a workout plan that would involve

at least 2 hours of exercise a week.

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Strategy: Zoomba or Zumba via zoom

Evaluative criteria: All the participants will submit a workout plan/schedule that will

include at least 2 hours of exercise.

Significance of the Study

The findings of this program will contribute greatly to the benefit of Adventist

University of the Philippines’ BSMLS students’ society considering that physical activity

plays an important role in our general health. This program is designed to improve the

students’ physical lifestyle and help them solve their problems by managing their weekly

schedule.

Scope and Limitation

This program focuses on the physical aspect of the students under the BSMLS

Department of Adventist University of the Philippines. The selection of respondents is

only limited to students from the BSLMS department who are in online classes.
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REVIEW OF LITERATURE AND RELATED STUDIES

The Impact of Pandemic to Students Physical Activity/ Physical Health

The pandemic had a massive impact on how people live their lives. For students

especially, it flipped upside down their idea of normal life. Schools were closed,

organized sports and recreation activities were cancelled. Community lockdowns ensued

which meant people were spending almost all of their time at home. Due to these sudden

changes, physical activity among youth decreased and sedentary behavior including

screen time increased (Moore et al., 2020). It is not surprising that a lockdown with stay

at home orders resulted in decreased physical activity. For many schools during the

pandemic, the switch to online learning meant physical education was neglected or non-

existent (Dunton, Do, & Wang, 2020). An absence of organized sports and recreation

activities added fuel to the fire. Organized sport increases physical activity levels and

decreases sedentary behavior (Mitchell, 2019).

A University of Saskatchewan study done by Bertrand et al. (2021), has found

that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant worsening of low activity levels,

sedentary behavior among university students. A notable 9.6 percent decrease of

moderate to intense physical activity per week were seen during the pandemic.

Meanwhile, the number of hours spent in sedentary behavior rose by three hours, to about

11 hours a day.

Savage, et.al (2021) conducted an online survey to assess the changes in, and

associations between, mental health and movement behaviors in 255 UK university

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students from before the COVID-19 pandemic (October 2019) to 9 months following the

UK's first confirmed case (October 2020). The study indicated that COVID-19 pandemic

sustained a negative impact on student mental health and movement behavior. Further,

Barkley, et.al (2020) also found out that physical activity and sedentary behavior has

been negatively impacted by the pandemic. Pandemic-related closure of facilities

designed for physical activity may disproportionately impact active individuals. "There's

no doubt that measures such as the closures of gyms and other recreational facilities by

the universities and other private and public establishments within the province resulted

in reductions in the level of physical activity," the study states. Another reason for the

reduction in physical activity may be that many students were no longer walking to

school after the universities moved to remote learning.

It has been found that even short-term changes to physical activity and sedentary

behavior can become permanent, leading to increased risk of obesity, diabetes, and

cardiovascular disease in children (Dunton, Do, & Wang, 2020). It has been shown that

sedentary behavior, recreational screen time, and sleep in children and youth has

increased since COVID-19 (Moore et al., 2020). While more sleep is not a bad thing,

more sedentary behavior and screen time is alarming and indicates change is necessary.

The primary reason why excessive sedentary behavior and screen time are so dangerous

is because of their effect on structured and unstructured activities. A decrease in

structured and unstructured activities in youth directly lowers physical activity levels and

indirectly lowers physical activity by impeding motor skill development and physical

literacy (Mitchell, 2019).

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With things returning to a new normal for now, the concerns surrounding physical

inactivity among youth during lockdowns should be considered and ensure physical

activity as a priority (Dunton, Do, & Wang, 2020).

Sedentary Lifestyle and It’s Detrimental Effects

Sedentary lifestyle is described as extended durations of sitting at work, at school, and

during available leisure time with energy expenditures less than the recommended

amount of 2,900 kcal/day. This concept is a known factor of obesity and other factors of

the metabolic syndrome classification (Citko et al., 2018). To keep an overall well-being,

an important element to be promoted among all genders and ages is a healthy lifestyle.

Further, a habit that is formed earlier on becomes integrated deeper in a person’s

behavior. With lessened engagement in physical activity, a sedentary lifestyle becomes

more prevalent. Furthermore, sedentary behavior is considered a health problem among

the young people, elevated by age (Romero-Blanco et al., 2020).

With the steady progress on the development of technology comes the increase of

convenience and ease in lifestyle. This, however, has led to reduced physical activity

which later on is a risk factor of various diseases. Based on the data of the World Health

Organization (WHO), of the world’s population, approximately 60% have no engagement

even in moderate level physical activity, involving 30 minutes active time per day. With

the emergence of more computer games, smartphones, and media come more factors that

cause sedentary behaviors that call for the need of physical activity on holistic health.

Further, as sedentary lifestyle or behavior is described as lessened energy expenditures

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during leisure including sitting and laying down, according to a study that measured the

average physical inactivity time of adults in 20 different countries, the daily average of

sitting time was 5.8 hr. While 9-11 hours per day was the average for countries, United

States, Canada, and United Kingdom - accounting for 55-70% of the waking time of the

populace (Lee et al., 2018).

The most at risk for assuming and adopting a sedentary lifestyle are university

students accounting for the time spent in classes, reviewing, or studying in front of a desk

with gadgets. Various studies have stated that the shift from academy to university

studies have been attributed to an increase in sedentary behavior and lifestyle, and a

decrease in physical activity as an outcome of changes in lifestyle as well as other factors.

A lack of available time and demotivation have been seen to be some of the most

common reasons for choosing not to engage in physical activity and in turn have

increased levels of sedentary lifestyle (Carballo-Fazanes et al., 2020).

Sedentary lifestyle is not only brought about by sudden change in thought, but it

is also associated with the presence of factors such as the prior knowledge regarding the

benefits of doing physical activity together with the negative outcomes of physical

inactivity. In addition, the unavailability of equipment, practice, and activity tolerance are

among the factors that increase the likelihood of adopting a sedentary lifestyle (Guedes et

al., 2019).

The measures put in place in order to control the spread of the pandemic may

have different outcomes and results to different lifestyles. They may result in prompting

unhealthy lifestyles and behaviors such as sedentary lifestyle with a lot of individuals

following social distancing by staying at home for online school and work. Sedentary
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lifestyle, along with physical activity and sleep, are behaviors that occupy most of the 24

hours of an individual’s time. These factors, even before the pandemic, have been

considered as issues among adults, with 41.5% spending their time 4 or more hours in

sitting while one-third being physically inactive (Zheng et al., 2020).

Having a sedentary lifestyle is capable of giving a substantial number of

detrimental effects. A majority of which are closely related with cardiovascular diseases,

Diabetes Mellitus, Cancer, and Premature Mortality (Park et al., 2020).

Sedentary behavior, especially observed on those who have increased total

television viewing time have an increased mortality risk on all causes. In the study of

Rillamas, 2018, it stated that individuals who spend five to ten hours of sitting time a day,

primarily due to television viewing, tend to have a significant correlation with all-cause

mortality. A study about the correlation of television viewing time and all-cause mortality

indicated that individuals who watch television for more than 6 hours a day had double

the risk for all-cause mortality compared to those who only watch television for only 2

hours (Hamer et al., 2017).

Sedentary time is associated independently with all-cause mortality, mortality or

incidence due to cardiovascular diseases, mortality or incidence of some cancers, and

type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detrimental effects of sedentary lifestyle are more evident

among individuals who spend little to no time in physical activity, compared to those

who engage in frequent physical activity. Those with lower physical activity have 30%

higher relative risk to all-cause mortality when compared to those with high physical

activity (Park et al., 2020).

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Sedentary behaviors impact the body at a metabolic level, capable of changing

body function and producing detrimental effects on cardiometabolic and obesity-related

traits, that is independent of an individual’s physical activity level. A study of Leiva et

al., 2017 stated that by increasing sedentary behavior by 1-hour, significant adverse

effects can be seen on glucose levels (4.79 mg/dl), BMI (.69kg/m^2), insulin (2.73

pmol/l), fat mass (1.03%), total cholesterol (9.73 mg/dl), HDL-cholesterol (-3.50 mg/dl),

LDL-cholesterol (10.7 mg/dl) and triglycerides (12.4 mg/dl). One of the major metabolic

diseases are impacted by sedentary lifestyles and practices. Diabetes mellitus, particularly

type 2 diabetes mellitus, increases when the sedentary time is increased as well.

Prolonged sitting, for example, can affect the activity and content of muscle glucose

transporter proteins. Animal studies have shown that prolonged physical inactivity can

lead to lowered activity of lipoprotein lipases, which is responsible for blood lipid

concentration regulation and metabolism of carbohydrates through the cellular pathways

that differ from a normal motor response (Bailey et al. 2019). Other metabolic diseases

like hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, hyperinsulinemia, hyperglycemia, perturbation

of insulin-like growth factor axis, insulin resistance, and changes in sex hormones’

circulation levels are affected as well by the sedentary lifestyle practices that an

individual makes (Park et al., 2020)

Although sedentary behavior and physical inactivity in general are known to

manifest adverse effects on the physical health of an individual. Its mental effects show

debatable results in various studies. Sedentary behaviors that are considered mentally

passive like viewing the television, sitting, listening to music, and other mentally passive

activities have a positive correlation with depression. Although, mentally active sedentary
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behaviors like reading books, newspapers, driving, sewing, knitting, are considered to

have no correlation with depression risk. Varying studies showed different effects of

computer usage, which is considered a sedentary practice. Some showed a positive

correlation others showed a negative (Huean et al., 2020). The same can be said to studies

relating sedentary lifestyle with cognitive function. There are varying results, but a study

by Fanning, 2017 suggested that less sedentary behaviors would lead to benefits relating

with cognitive function.

Exercise and How to Incorporate it into a Daily Schedule

Exercising can prevent common chronic diseases that cause early death in young

adults (Warburton, 2006). The study also showed a linear growth relationship in the

health status of people that have poor health condition and engaging to exercise. This

implies that an established physical lifestyle is very important to maintain a healthy and

balanced life. Incorporating exercise to our weekly schedule reduces the risks brought by

physical inactivity which includes diabetes, hypertension, heart problems, obesity, and

many others. Globally, 1 out of 5 adolescents do not engage in any physical activities like

games, sports, cycling, walking, or physical education (WHO, 2021). This number

increased during the pandemic because of the no movement policies and protocols that

prohibit people to go outside and exercise.

In a study about the relationship between time management skills, anxiety, and

academic motivation of nursing students in Tehran, a significant positive correlation

between the students’ time management skills and academic motivation was observed

(Mohamadkhani Ghiasvand et al., 2017b). Students find themselves unproductive when

they are experiencing anxiety attacks and during these times, time management is very
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poor. Time is very important especially for online class learners, a delay and backlog of

requirements can cause a significant effect on the student’s academic motivation. In

relation, mental health is one of the problems of the ages in the age bracket of early

adulthood (WHO, 2021). Without proper time management, students in this age are at

high risk of mental health issues. Time management includes physical activities that

greatly helps the students to boost academic performance.

The Health Benefits of Physical Activity and Exercise

Physical activity gives a person energy and a healthy life, but it plays a vital role

in preventing diseases as a person gets older. Being healthy does not simply mean an

absence of disease, but rather a harmony in physical, mental, and social well-being. Thus,

physical activity does not just benefit the physical state but also the mental and social

well-being.

Physical Health

One of the main benefits of physical activity is in the physical state of the body. It

prevents other diseases from manifesting in one’s body. According to Abou Elmagd

(2016), exercise makes a person physically fitter and improves overall body health and a

general sense of well-being. Physical activity or exercise can reduce the risk of

developing several diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease.

Further, it also strengthens the bones and muscles and reduces the risk of joint and lower

back pain by keeping joints in proper alignment.

Physical inactivity can result in obesity. It occurs when the number of calories

consumed exceeds the number of calories burned. Exercise helps burn calories, and the
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more intense the exercise is, the more calories it burns. Regular exercise and a proper diet

can help reduce body fat and combat obesity (Abou Elmagd, 2016).

Mental Health

There are also benefits of physical activity and exercise in mental health. It helps

in improving moods and sleep. It helps in thinking, learning, and judgment skills.

Exercise boosts happy chemicals known as endorphins, and doctors recommend that

people suffering from depression and anxiety do exercise (Abou Elmagd, 2016). For a

variety of reasons, exercise is an effective antidepressant. Most significantly, it

encourages a variety of brain changes, including neuronal development, reduced

inflammation, and new activity patterns that boost sensations of calmness and well-being.

It also causes the brain to release endorphins, powerful chemicals that make a person

excited and happy. Exercise can also serve as a distraction, allowing one to find some

quiet time to break out of the cycle of negative thoughts that feed depression. Further,

studies have shown that exercise effectively reduces anxiety, stress, ADHD, PTSD, and

trauma. It also sharpens memory and thinking, gives more resilience when faced with

mental or emotional challenges, and gives more energy (Robinson et al., 2020).

Physical activity enhances cognition, particularly executive and memory function

in mild cognitive impairment, independent functioning in mild cognitive impairment and

dementia, and psychological well-being in dementia. There are benefits of physical

activity across these domains. Interventions may be recommended for patients in various

settings, including medical and mental health settings, to prevent decline and mitigate
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impairment across several domains of functioning in older adults with mild cognitive

impairment or dementia (Nuzum et al., 2020).

Promoting physical activity and reducing sedentary behavior might protect mental

health in children and adolescents (Rodriguez et al., 2019). Moreover, as the pandemic

hit in 2020, the number of people with symptoms of depression and anxiety increases as

they are more isolated and restricted. Thus, studies strongly support the mental health

benefits of implementing measures that promote physical activity while limiting screen

time during periods of social change due to a pandemic (Meyer et al., 2020).

Social Well-being

Self-esteem and self-image can both be boosted by physical activity. Exercise can

instantly improve a person's perception of his or her attractiveness or self-worth,

regardless of weight, size, gender, or age (Elmagd,2016). Sports is also one of the

physical activities, and it promotes sportsmanship and friendship. Sport participation as

physical activity is linked to enhanced psychological and social health in children and

adolescents. More specifically, reports state that participation in team sports rather than

individual activities is associated with better health. It is assumed that due to the social

nature of team sport, the health benefits are enhanced through the positive involvement of

peers and adults. Children and young people's engagement in organized sports directly

links to physical activity, with long-term secondary consequences; an active lifestyle at a

young age nurtures a more active lifestyle as an adult. For many diseases that are

influenced by physical activity or exercise manifest later in life, participating in sports as

an adult reduces morbidity and mortality (Malm et al., 2019).

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 Chapter 3

METHODOLOGY

Project Plan

Title

Physical Inactivity--The Hidden Risk of Pandemic: An Exercise Promotional Program for

BSMLS students of the Adventist University of the Philippines

A physical health program conducted by community and public health students.

To promote physical activity to BSMLS students at the Adventist University of the

Philippines.

Marketing and Promotional Studies

Table 1. Marketing and Promotional Studies

Item Description

Poster Invitation An invitation for the program is posted for three

consecutive days on social media platforms. The
poster contains basic details, including the date,
time, and platform.
Letter Invitation A formal digital invitation inviting the target
participants to attend the program and the letter
contains the program's title, date, time, and link to
the platform.
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Components and Activities

Table 2. Components and Activities

Day Components Activities

Number

1 Launching - Registration/Attendance Checking

opening Program - Singing of National Anthem
- Devotional
- Introduction of facilitators and
participants
- Discussion of goal and objectives
- Discussion of program schedule

2 1st Session: Physical - Attendance checking

activity on lockdown - Devotional
- Lecture by resource speaker
- Giving of certificate
- Giving an assignment (workout
schedule)
- Post-lecture assessment
- Question and answer

2 2nd Session: Zoomba: let’s - Attendance checking

move it - Review of importance of exercise
- Zoomba (Zumba via Zoom)
- Promotion of Next Session

3 3rd Session - Attendance checking

Closing Program - Devotional
- Checking of workout schedule
- Zoomba (Zumba via Zoom)
- Pledge
- Awarding
- Announcement of follow-up forms
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Timeline of Activities (general Gantt chart)

Table 3. General Gantt Chart

June July

Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week

1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4

Needs
Assessment
Survey
Letter to
Student
Services
Office
Making of
Goals and
Objectives
Making of
Strategies
Making of
Detailed
Program
Distribution
of
Invitation
Finalization
of Module
Opening
Program
1st Session
2nd Session
3rd Session
and Closing
Program
Book
Making
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Colloquium

Matrix of activities according to objectives (specific Gantt chart)

Table 4. Specific Gantt chart

Date Objectives Topic Activities

June 28, 2021 Opening Program Presentation of goal

and objectives
Program Orientation
June 29, 2021 After the program, 75% Physical Inactivity Lecture and
of the participants will on Lockdown Post-lecture
recognize the effects of Assessment
sedentary lifestyle Zoomba (Zumba via
zoom)
June 30, 2021 After the program, 75% Engagement in Checking of workout
of the participants will Physical Activity schedule
create a workout that Zoomba (Zumba via
would involve at least 2 zoom)
hours of exercise a
week.
July 9, 2021 After the program, 75% Lifestyle Distribution of follow-
of the participants will up forms
adopt a lifestyle in
which physical activity
is involved in their
schedule.

Activity-Resource Table

Table 5. Activity- Resource Table

Wee Activity Human Materials Transport Budgeting

k Resource
3 Distribution of Program -Laptop/ N/A None
Needs Assessment Implementers, Smartphone
Survey, Letter to Respondents -Google form
Student Services -Messenger
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Office, Making of App

Goals, Objectives, -Word
Strategies, and document
Detailed Program -Canva

4 Distribution of Program -Laptop/ N/A None

Invitation, Implementers Smartphone
Finalization of -Messenger
Module App.
-Word
document
-Canva

5 Opening Program, Program -Laptop/ N/A Prizes and

1st- 3rd Session and Implementer, Smartphone Honoraria:
Closing Program Respondents -Canva Php
-Google form 1,600.00
-YouTube
-Zoom

6 Book Making Program -Laptop/ N/A None

Implementers smartphone
-Google
document
-Messenger
App

7 Colloquium Program - Canva N/A None

Implementers -Zoom

Methods of Implementation

Creating a weekly workout schedule activity- This activity will be given as an

assignment after the discussion of the topic “Incorporating Exercise to Our Daily

Schedule”. This is to assist the participants on how to start their weekly schedule with

physical activities and manage their time wisely. Instructions for submission will be

provided during the meeting. An assigned facilitator will assess the assignments if at least
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75% of the participants incorporated no less than 2 hours of physical activities in their

weekly schedule.

Follow-up forms- Participants will be given a week to assess if they are able to

start and follow their weekly workout schedule. Follow-up questionnaires will be sent

through their personal social media accounts and data privacy will be highly observed.

Interactive Lecture- An invited speaker will discuss the topics that will be

provided by the program coordinators/facilitators about the program theme, Physical

Inactivity: The Hidden Risk of Pandemic. All the participants are invited to turn on their

cameras and unmute their mics to actively participate in the discussion and encouraged to

ask questions or any clarifications related to the topic. The lecture intends to help the

participants recognize the effects of sedentary lifestyle to be assessed through a post-

assessment test with a criterion of at least 75% of the participants will get a score greater

than 80% of the overall number of items.

Zumba- A physical activity that will encourage the participants to move and start

changing habits. It will be incorporated for at least 2 sessions of the program to build

their practice of exercising. This activity will be named “Zoomba” during the promotion

of the program schedule since this activity will be performed in an online platform,

Zoom, because of the new normal policies that prohibit recreational gatherings.

Monitoring Worksheet

Table 6. Monitoring Worksheet

Date, Time, Program Flow Person-in-charge No. of Hour

and Topic
June 28, 2021 ● Welcome Remarks Shadrock Remonde 1 hour and
4:00-4:55 ● Registration/Attendance Nhemie Somoso 55 minutes
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Opening Checking
Program ● Philippine National Kyjn Estrebilla
Anthem
● Devotional Aeronn Fiedacan
● Special Song Nhemie Somoso
● Opening Prayer Aeronn Fiedacan
● Introduction of Hazel Cortez,
facilitators, Discussion of Nhemie Somoso
goal and objective,
Discussion of Program
Schedule
● Closing Remarks Kyjn Estrebilla

June 29, 2021 ● Attendance Checking Program Emcees 1 hour and

3:30-4:45 ● Short Devotional Nhemie Somoso 15 minutes
First Session ● Opening Prayer
● Welcome Remarks Program Emcees
● Lecture Almer Caagbay
● Giving of Certificate Kyjn Estrebilla
● Announcement of Nhemie Somoso
Assignment/Seatwork
“Workout Schedule”
● Lesson Recap Program Emcees
● Post-Lecture Assessment
● Question and Answer
● Promotion/Announcemen
t of Next Session

June 29, 2021 ● Welcome Remarks Program Emcees 1 hour

4:45-5:45 ● Attendance Checking
Second ● Review the importance of Kyjn Estrebilla
Session Exercise
● Zoomba Program Emcees
● Break
● Question and Answer
● Promotion/Announcemen
t of Next Session
● Closing Prayer Kyjn Estrebilla

June 30, 2021 ● Attendance Checking Program Emcees 1 hour and

3:30-4:50 ● Devotional Kyjn Estrebilla 10 minutes
Third ● Opening Prayer
Session, ● Welcome Remarks Program Emcees
Closing ● Checking of Workout Nhemie Somoso
Program Schedule
● Zoomba Program Emcees
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● Break (cool down)

● Pledge Aeronn Fiedacan
● Awarding and Program Emcees
announcement of Follow-
up Forms
● Closing Remarks Program Emcees
● Closing Prayer Nhemie Somoso
 Chapter 4

RESULT OF IMPLEMENTATION

This chapter contains the analyses of the data collected from the implementation

period of the public health program conducted to the Medical Laboratory Science Student

of AUP. The analysis of the data collected is according to the goals and objectives of the

group.

Analysis of Data According to Goals and Objectives

There were 42 respondents who answered the needs assessment survey that the

team has distributed, and 12 of those respondents are consistent in participating in the

implementation of the program.

Goal

The goal of the community and public health program of the team is to promote

physical activity to the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science students of

the Adventist University of the Philippines has been achieved through the three session

implementation period.

Cognitive Objective

The first objective is that after the program, 75% of the participants will recognize

the effects of a sedentary lifestyle. The assessment was given after the lecture of the

team’s guest speaker. Of the participants, 10 out of 12 were able to get an 80% grade or

higher in the post assessment test, or 83% of the participants were able to meet the

passing grade for the assessment.

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Figure 4.1. Bar Graph Showing the Points Scored by the Participants

Affective Objective

The affective objective is covered by all the three sessions of the program, and

even the coming days prior to the follow up form, since every part contributes to their

determination to exercise. The objective of this program, for the affective domain of the

participants, is that 75% of them would adopt a lifestyle in which physical activity is

incorporated into their schedule.

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Figure 4.2. The figure above shows the number of participants who have accomplished at

least 2 hours of physical activity in their weekly schedule.

After giving the participants one week to finish their weekly activities, 11 out of

12 participants were able to submit a follow up form and confirm that they have

accomplished at least 2 hours of physical activity in a week. This shows that 92% of the

participants were able to successfully adopt a lifestyle wherein physical activity is

incorporated into their daily schedule. The outcome has exceeded the team’s objective by

17%.

Psychomotor Objective

The second and third session of the program is dedicated to the psychomotor

objective, which is that after the program, 75% of the participants would be able to

submit a workout plan involving at least 2 hours of exercise/physical activity in a week.

11 out of the 12 participants were able to create a workout plan containing at least 2

hours of exercise in a week. 92% of the participants were able to submit the workout

plan. The result of the activity was 17% more than that of what the team had predicted.
 Chapter 5

EVALUATION, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

Evaluation

After conducting the program, the result surpassed the evaluative criteria for all

objectives. For knowledge, 83% of the participants got 80% in the post-assessment test,

surpassing the predicted 75% participants. For attitude, the outcome has exceeded the

evaluative criteria at 17%; 92% of the participants were able to incorporate the lifestyle in

their schedule. Lastly, the skills which garnered 92% exceeded the predicted 75% in the

evaluative criteria.

The program was held in two days and with three sessions, the overall results of

the program conducted, with the help of quizzes and activities, helped the participant to

recognize the effects of a sedentary lifestyle, create a workout schedule that includes 2

hours of exercise and incorporate the active lifestyle in their schedule. 

Conclusion

Participants of the three-day program entitled, “Physical Inactivity--The Hidden

Risk of Pandemic: An Exercise Promotional Program for BSMLS students of the

Adventist University of the Philippines” are now able to start their workout habit and

pledged to continue adapting to a healthier life by improving their activities and physical

lifestyle. Through the efforts of the program, the Bachelor of Science in Medical

Laboratory Science students of Adventist University of the Philippines with 42

respondents and 12 consistent participants are now living an active life despite the
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challenges and restrictions brought by the global pandemic. Online classes may be

difficult for everyone, but the target participants are now aware and equipped on how to

adapt to this new normal and have the edge over the other students who did not join the

community and public health program conducted by the third year BSMLS students of

Adventist University of the Philippines.

Recommendations

To further improve the study the researchers would like to give the following

recommendations:

● The importance of exercise should be encouraged to promote good health and

well-being. Physical activity goals (ex. Zumba) and using reinforcing strategies

should be considered as effective physical activity interventions.

● With things returning to a new normal for now, the concerns surrounding physical

inactivity among youth during lockdowns should be considered, given the

potential for lockdowns in the future. Going forward, if there is another

lockdown, schools should incorporate online physical education when possible,

and explore alternative methods to ensure physical activity is a priority.

● While screen time is basically inevitable in today’s age, it is important for parents

to provide structure by limiting screen times, promoting, and facilitating physical

activity for the physical, cognitive, and mental health benefits.

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APPENDICES

Appendix A Geographical Map

Appendix B Correspondence
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Appendix C Needs Questionnaire

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Appendix D Poster, Logo, Flyers, Tarps

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Appendix E Attendance of Participants

Appendix F Certificate

Appendix G Pictures
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Appendix H. Module

I. Introduction of the Program/Rationale

Inactivity is a problem experienced by many and it comes with various

detrimental effects to everyone’s health. If inactivity is practiced by a person, and

is incorporated into their daily life, we can deem them to have a sedentary

lifestyle. The pandemic basically forced everyone to have a sedentary lifestyle

due to the restrictions implemented for everyone’s safety. Sedentary lifestyle is

defined as a person who is often sitting or lying down while engaged in an

activity like socializing, watching television, playing video games, reading or

using a mobile phone/computer for much of the day. Truly, people who are

affected by the pandemic experience this lifestyle, others may choose to accept

such a lifestyle, while others devise ways to conquer it. 

A perfect way to combat sedentary lifestyle or physical inactivity is

through exercise. Prior to COVID-19, people would generally have no time for
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exercise due to various reasons such as: lack of time, busy schedule, health

defects, lack of motivation, fear of commitment, and many more. Now that

COVID-19 has restricted people from going out, it has also brought upon another

negative effect. Unknowingly, COVID-19 has also promoted the sedentary

lifestyle towards everyone, giving others more reasons to refrain from exercising.

Exercising is vital to everyone, especially towards students. Exercise can help

those who practice it to control their weight, reduce their risk to heart diseases,

improve mental health and mood, reduce the risk to cancer, and many more.

In trying to incorporate exercise in one’s daily schedule they must bear in

mind their availability and motivation towards the activity. The participants

would need relevant knowledge regarding exercise, sedentary lifestyle, or

inactivity. The program that the group will conduct would cover the basic

information regarding exercise and sedentary lifestyle. The exercise sessions

would also hopefully ignite the participants desire to set exercise and physical

activity as a part of their daily routine. 

II. Goals and Objectives with their evaluative criteria

Objective 1: After the program, 75% of the participants will recognize the effects

of a sedentary lifestyle.

Evaluative Criteria 1: Post-Assessment test 

Objective 2: After the program, 75% of the participants will adopt a lifestyle in

which physical activity is involved in their schedule.

Evaluative Criteria 2: Follow-up form

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Objective 3: After the program, 75% of the participants created a workout

schedule that would involve at least 2 hours of exercise a week.

Evaluative Criteria 3: Submit a Exercise/ Workout schedule 

III. Program Flow

Day 1 (opening program)

Objectives: At the end of the opening program, the participants will:

1. Learn the goal and objectives of the program.

2. Know the facilitators, Lecturers, and fellow participants.

3. Listen to the discussion of the succeeding sessions.

Program Flow

 Welcome Remarks

 Registration/Attendance Checking

 Philippine National Anthem

 massage

 Special Song

 Opening Prayer

 Introduction of facilitators 

 Discussion of goal and objectives

 Discussion of Program Schedule

 Closing Remarks

Day 2 (session 1)

Objectives: At the end of the session, the participants will be able to:

1. Learn the impact of the pandemic to students.

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2. Understand the meaning and effects of sedentary lifestyle.

3. Learn how to create a workout schedule.

4. Understand the health benefits of exercise. 

Program Flow

 Part 1- Attendance and Devotional

- Attendance checking

- Opening prayer

- Message

- Welcome Remarks

 Part 2- Program Proper

- Lectures

                        - Giving of Certificate

                        - announcement of assignment

                        - lesson recap

-Post- Lecture Assessment

-Question and Answer

-Promotion/Announcement of Next Session

Day 2 (session 2)

Objectives: At the end of the session, the participants will be able to:

1. Review the importance of exercise.

2. Engage in physical activity.

3. Develop a workout schedule.

Program Flow
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 Part 1- Attendance 

-Welcome Remarks

-Attendance

 Part 2- Program Proper

-Review the importance of exercise

- Zoomba

- Break

                        - question and answer

- Promotion/Announcement of Next Session

- Closing Prayer

Day 3 (session 3 and closing Program)

Objectives: At the end of the session, the participants will be able to:

1. Assess their personalized workout schedule.

2. Engage in physical activity.

3. Commit to a healthier life,

Program Flow 

 Part 1- Attendance and Devotional

-Attendance

-Message

-Opening Prayer

-Welcome Remarks

 Part 2- Program Proper

-Checking of Workout Schedule

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-Zoomba

-break

-Pledge

-Awarding and Distribution of Follow-up Forms

-Closing Remarks 

- Closing Prayer

IV. Program Schedule (Tabular Form)

Opening Program - June 28, 2021

TIME ACTIVITY IN-CHARGE

4:00- 5 Welcome Remarks Shadrock

4:05 mins Remonde
pm

4:05- 10 Registration/Attendance Checking Nhemie Somoso

4:15 mins
pm

4:15- 5 min Philippine National Anthem Kyjn Estrebilla

4:20
pm

4:20- 7 Short Devotional Aeronn

4:27 mins Fiedacan
pm

4:27- 5 Special Number Nhemie Somoso

4:32 mins
pm

4:32- 3 Opening Prayer Aeronn

4:35 mins Fiedacan
pm

4:35- 15 Introduction of facilitators and participants, Hazel Cortez

4:50 mins Discussion of goals and objectives, and and Nhemie
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pm Discussion of Program schedule. Somoso

4:50- 5 Closing  Remarks Kyjn Estrebilla

4:55 mins
pm

Session 1 - June 29, 2021

TIME ACTIVITY IN-CHARGE

3:30- 5 Attendance Checking Emcee

3:35 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

3:35- 5 Short Devotional Nhemie Somoso

3:40 mins
pm

3:40- 5 Opening Prayer Nhemie Somoso

3:45 mins
pm

3:45- 5 Welcome Remarks Emcee

3:50 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

Lecture Topics:
“Impact of Pandemic to students” Mr. Almer
“What is Sedentary Lifestyle and the effects of Caagbay
3:50- 30 it”
4:20 mins “ Incorporating exercise to our daily schedule”
pm “Health Benefits of Physical Activity”  
Honorarium: 300

4:20- 2 Giving of certificate Kyjn Estrebilla

4:22 mins
pm

4:22- 3 Announcement of Assignment/Seatwork Nhemie Somoso

4:25 mins “Workout Schedule”
pm

4:25- 5 Lesson Recap Emcee

4:30 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)
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4:30- 10 Post-Lecture Assessment Emcee

4:40 mins (Video Timer- 10 mins.) (Shadrock &
pm Question and Answer Hazel)

4:40- 5 Promotion/Announcement of Next Session Nhemie Somoso

4:45 mins *Preparation for zumba
pm (5 mins. break)
timer

Session 2 - June 29, 2021

TIME ACTIVITY IN-CHARGE

4:45- 5min Welcome Remarks Emcee

4:50 s (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

4:50- 5 Attendance Checking Emcee

4:55 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

4:55- 5 Review the importance of Exercise  Kyjn Estrebilla

5:00 mins
pm

5:00- 15 Zoomba
5:15 mins Prize kung sino ang makakapag on ng cam Emcee
pm (2 videos) (Shadrock &
P150- best performer Hazel)

5:15- 5 Break Emcee

5:20 mins Video Timer 5 mins (Shadrock &
pm (music background) Hazel)
Question and Answer

5:20- 5 Promotion/Announcement of Next Session Emcee

5:25 mins *Wear sports attire (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

5:25- 5 Closing Prayer Kyjn Estrebilla

5:30 mins
pm

Session 3 & Closing Program - June 30, 2021 

TIME ACTIVITY IN-CHARGE

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3:30- 5 Attendance Checking Emcee

3:35 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

3:35- 5 Devotional Kyjn Estrebilla

3:40 mins
pm

3:40- 5 Opening Prayer     Kyjn

3:45 mins Estrebilla
pm

3:45- 5 Welcome remarks Emcee

3:50 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

3:50- 5 Checking of Workout Schedule Emcee

3:55 mins Thru: fb gc kahit mema lang mga ma’am/sir (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

3:55- 15 Zoomba Emcee

4:10 mins prize (Shadrock &
pm (Same videos) Hazel)

4:10- 2 Break(cool down)

4:12 mins Music and timer
pm

4:12- 3 Pledge Aeronn

4:15 mins Fiedacan
pm

4:15- 15 Awarding and Emcee

4:30 mins announcement of Follow-up Forms  (Shadrock &
pm Care of: Nhemie Hazel)

4:30- 5 Closing Remarks Emcee

4:45 mins (Shadrock &
pm Hazel)

4:45- 5 Closing Prayer Nhemie Somoso

4:50 mins
pm
 
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CURRICULUM VITAE
Adventist University of the Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

I.PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Hazel Jerusalem Cortez
Date of Birth : September 23, 2000
Place of Birth : Santa Cruz, Manila
Home Address : Starkville Nia Road, Carsadang Bago 2, Imus City, Cavite
Present Address : Starkville Nia Road, Carsadang Bago 2, Imus City, Cavite
Email Address : [email protected]
Contact # : +639453542685
Landline : 0464384179

II. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Graduated School Year

Preschool
Kindergarten
Elementary Imus Pilot Elementary School 2013
Junior High School Del Pilar Academy 2017
Senior High School Manila Adventist College SHS 2019
College Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present
III. AFFILIATIONS on Clubs and Organizations

Position Club/Organization Year

Homeroom President Manila Adventist College 2018-2019
Class Officer Manila Adventist College 2018-2019
Member ABCD Club 2019-Present
IV. AWARDS RECEIVED

Award School/Club/Organization Year

With Honors Del Pilar Academy 2016-2017
With Honors Manila Adventist College SHS 2017-2019
Leadership award Manila Adventist College 2018-2019
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Adventist University of the Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

I. PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Kyjn Franster R. Estrebilla
Date of Birth : September 26,1999
Place of Birth : San Pedro,San Jose,Antique
Home Address :West Visayan Conference,Corner Jalandoni,Ledesma
Street,Iloilo City
Present Address : Sampaguita Hall, Adventist University of the Philippines,
Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
Email Address : [email protected]
Contact # : 09098143227
Landline : None

II. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Graduated School Year

Preschool : None
Kindergarten None
Elementary West Visayan Academy Elementary 2013
Junior High School West Visayan Academy 2017
Senior Highschool Adventist University of the Philippines Academy 2017-2019
College Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present
III. AFFILIATIONS ON CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Position Club/Organization Year

Homeroom President West Visayan Academy 2012-2015
Vice Pres.Religious West Visayan Academy 2015-2016
Homeroom President West Visayan Academy 2016-
2017
S.G Vice Pres.Religious West Visayan Academy 2016-2017
AUP Academy Chorale Adventist University of the Philippines 2017-2019
ABCD club Asso. Treasurer Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present

IV. AWARDS RECEIVED

Award School/Club/Organization Year
Academic Excellence Awardee West Visayan Academy 2007-2017
Class Valedictorian West Visayan Academy Elementary 2012-
2013
Class Salutatorian West Visayan Academy 2016-2017
Consistent Achiever Adventist University of the Philippines Academy 2017-2019
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Adventist University of the Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

I.PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Aeronn D. Fiedacan
Date of Birth : October 8, 2000
Place of Birth : Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Home Address : Ponce de Leon Subd., Solid Rd. San Manuel, PPC
Present Address : Ponce de Leon Subd., Solid Rd. San Manuel, PPC
Email Address : [email protected]
Contact # : 09213741081
Landline : 4340713

II. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Graduated School Year

Preschool Heaven’s Jewels Learning Center 2004-2005
Kindergarten Heaven’s Jewels Learning Center 2005-2007
Elementary Palawan Adventist School 2007-2013
Junior High School Palawan Adventist School 2013- 2017
Senior High School Manila Adventist College SHS 2017-2019
College Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present
III. AFFILIATIONS on Clubs and Organizations

Position Club/Organization Year

Member ABCD Club 2019-Present
IV. AWARDS RECEIVED

Award School/Club/Organization Year

With Honors Manila Adventist College SHS 2017-2019
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Adventist University of the Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

I.PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Shadrock Alozo Remonde
Date of Birth : June 27, 2000
Place of Birth : Magpet, North Cotabato, Philippines
Home Address : Apo Sandawa Homes, Phase 3, Block 10, Lot 1
Present Address : Kidapawan City
Email Address : [email protected]
Contact # :+639616316390
Landline : 5211315

II. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Graduated School Year

Preschool Magpet Preschool Center 2004-2005
Kindergarten Kidapawan SDA Elementary School 2005-2007
Elementary Kidapawan SDA Elementary School 2007-2013
Junior High School Kidapawan National High School 2013- 2017
Senior High School Kidapawan National High School 2017-2019
College Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present
III. AFFILIATIONS on Clubs and Organizations

Position Club/Organization Year

Vice-President Korean Choir 2019-Present
Member ABCD Club 2019-Present
IV. AWARDS RECEIVED

Award School/Club/Organization Year

With High Honors Kidapawan National High School 2017-2019
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Adventist University of the Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

I. PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Nhemie Llewr R. Somoso
Date of Birth : January 3, 2001
Place of Birth : Calamba, Laguna
Home Address : 102 Friendswood, BelAir2, DonJose, Santa Rosa, Laguna
Present Address : 102 Friendswood, BelAir2, DonJose, Santa Rosa, Laguna
Email Address : [email protected]
Contact # : 09453824968
Landline : n/a

II. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Graduated School Year

Preschool : Laguna BelAir Science School 2006
Kindergarten Laguna BelAir Science School 2008
Elementary Laguna BelAir Science School 2014
Junior High School Laguna BelAir Science School 2017
Senior Highschool Laguna BelAir Science School 2019
College Adventist University of the Philippines 2019-present
III. AFFILIATIONS ON CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Position Club/Organization Year

President/Vice-President Badminton
Jester Wu-Tang Clan 2005-Present

IV. AWARDS RECEIVED

Award School/Club/Organization Year

Conduct Awardee Laguna BelAir Science School 2009-2019
Honorable Mention Laguna BelAir Science School A lot of yrs
Mathscore Distinction Award Laguna BelAir Science School 2017
Best in Filipino Laguna BelAir Science School 2018
Loyalty Laguna BelAir Science School 2019
With Honors (2nd) Laguna BelAir Science School 2019