22A06 AQ (EXERCISE): (1) In groups of 2-4max, select any argument here and find at least 1 relevant SG resource/example (upload the link to the article/video etc.) to the column. (2) Copy the [Sample] template and answer the given questions in the template with your selected argument and researched example(s) in mind. by Wong Sui Lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl "Exercise, in moderation, can be both constructive andliberating. But the modern obsession with exercise, taken too far, will only condemn users to anendless and destructive cycle of perfectionism." en-us 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC 2023-05-19 04:45:12 UTC hello@padlet.com [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003396 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003396 A deeper issue raised by Romanoff with the cult of modern fitness is that it thrives on a deeply unhealthy, almost pathological pattern of self-punishment. People are driven to obsessive exercise by harmful feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction, spurred by the unrealistic images of perfection on social media. She argues that this appearance of being ‘better versions of ourselves', ultimately undermines the benefits exercise is meant to endow, as people are trapped in unending cycles of negativity. (Para 9 and 10) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003397 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003397 [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003399 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003399 The author argues that exercise allows us to meet like-minded people who share our interests. For the urban-dweller, it energises and rejuvenates both the physical body and the mind. The mind is free of all thought as the focus is on completing the exercise routine. (Para 4 and 5) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003401 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003401 [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003403 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003403 The author argues that exercise offers not only physical benefits, but also spiritual comforts. She argues that the intensity of the experience is a gateway to a higher plane of existence, allowing one to find a more significant and sustained state of fulfilment. (Para 2 and 6) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003404 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003404 [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003405 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003405 [SAMPLE] Students' names: X, Y wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003407 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 
  • Nearly 6,800 people participated in the 11th OCBC Cycle's community rides - The ST Ride (23km) and The Sportive Ride (42km) - at the Singapore Sports Hub, including families at the Mighty Savers Family Ride.
  • Participation of families in this event
  • Participation of participants with different disabilities: One participant was hand cyclist Prashant Arkal, 33, from the Para Cycling Federation of Singapore, who spent about three months preparing for the event. While others focused on speed, he focused on the technical aspects of riding in such a big group. Still, this shows how diverse and inclusive the event is.

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here?  

- Fast-paced hectic liefstyle in SG, need for work-life-family balance: such activities encourages people to practise healthy living and gets the community to exercise together.
- Rich, diverse SG society: Exercise/ sporting activities cater to the rich diversity of SG and seeks to promote causes and well as participation by indi to promote inclusivity (as seen in this example). 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here?

- While some may feel that such events are one-off events that are not regular, the increasing popularity as seen from the increased sign-up rates is a testament to the interest and willingness of Singaporeans to commit both time and money (there is usually a sign-up fee) to this. 
- Some may also feel that the social bonding and appreciation of diversity in SG through such one-off events may be superficial. While I do agree that there could be more regular events such as those hosted more consistently at our community centres, these large-scale events do collectively bring our society together and create a celebratory spirit for the nation. Even hosting such events would have allowed various organisations and individuals to collaborate and work together for a common social cause.



]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003407 The author also extolls the communal value of exercise, particularly group exercise. She argues that it facilitates the coming together of individuals who are typically segregated and isolated by modern living, and allows for the creation of diverse and inclusive groups. (Para 3) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003408 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003408 [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003411 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003411 Romanoff even ventures that despite the purported health benefits of exercise, there are many modern gyms which cut corners on staffing and are under-regulated, leading to customers’ being in danger of injury from underqualified and unscrupulous instructors. (Para 8) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003412 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003412 [Sample] Copy this template and answer the following questions based on your selected example (article/video etc.) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003413 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? ]]> 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003413 At the same time, the author acknowledges that not everyone reaps these benefits. She argues that the modern cult of fitness can ironically alienate those who need it the most and create divisions in society between the fat and the fit. (Para 7) wong_sui_lee https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003414 2023-05-19 02:14:08 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597003414 Max & Inez https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597134885 https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/football-devt-centre-foundation-national-youth-squads-2122841

1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

- Singapore is building a new youth football academy. Talented footballers aged 13 to 17 will be drawn together to form national squads.
- Also a new 100 dollar ActiveSG credit for children aged 4 to 12.

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

- Government is active in promoting a culture of exercise and in fact is overertly concerned with football and qualifying for football competitions.

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? 

- On one hand, a new dedicated facility, specifically aimed at the young is great! But on the other hand, it is very selective and also requires young individuals to basically decide if they wish to pursue such a path at a very early age in order to qualify
- The provision of credits under the ActiveSG might promote children to exercise, via activites or programmes, but care must be taken to ensure these kids only do so within their ability and range.
]]> 2023-05-19 03:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597134885 Lezanne and kylie https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597135724 1. Provide a summary of the article that is relevant to this selected argument

https://web.42race.com/race-bundle/mymelodynkuromispringparty

The Melody and Kuromi running event brings people interested in sanrio characters together to exercise. Furthermore, there are other interesting activities to participate along the walk/run, such as a treasure hunt related to the sanrio characters, which will further entice Singaporeans to participate in this exercise event. 

2. What are the relevant SG context that you would like to highlight here?

People in SG are becoming more active recently as they are receptive to the government's efforts in promoting exercise and they the value of exercising as they are more educated. Additionally, our "kiasu" culture makes us inclined to participate in specialised events like this as it is not everyday where you can run/walk and get to take home a sanrio character as a reward for completing the run/walk.


3. How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? 

Singaporeans are making attempts to be more active and are  open to interacting with strangers in social events, and hence are able to bond with people of similar interests while getting fit together. However, this does not apply to all Singaporeans as they are unwilling to compromise their work to exercise, and thus do not see the value of exercising and are unwilling to interact with strangers with similar interests ]]> 2023-05-19 03:58:06 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597135724 Regine Raetoh Kaelyn Kaitlyn https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137036 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevant to this selected argument: 
Swim for Hope bring people of all ages, races and fitness levels together.  The event for a good cause as the proceeds will go towards helping children with special needs, less fortunate families and servicemen disabled due to service. 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 
Promotes inclusivity not just for the participants but for the recipients of the event as it bring people with a common goal to give back to society. It also gives opportunities to display Singapore’s giving spirit, promoting societal cohesion. 

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? 
This is effective as it brings people from all different walks of life together to swim for a common good.]]> 2023-05-19 03:59:31 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137036 adrienne & delphina https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137141 https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/hpb-to-increase-capacity-of-physical-activity-programmes-adjust-national-steps-challenge 

Summary:
- In support of Singapore's Preventive Care Initiative Programme, the Health Promotion Board (HPB) announced plans on Sunday to progressively raise the capacity of its physical activity programmes from serving 31,000 people every week to about 47,000.
- This is in line with the National Steps Challenge
- These programmes are conducted in community spaces such as sports centres, parks, housing estates and senior activity centres in collaboration with HPB’s public and private sector partners.
- Providing a range of communal exercises such as Zumba, TaiChi

Relevant SG Characteristics: 
- Ageing Population in Singapore results in a greater number of elderly who are increasingly isolated from society due to their disconnection from new technology and their inability to venture beyond a certain area. As such, such communal exercises are good opportunities for the elderly to reconnect and come together to break this isolation and to exercise.
- Multiethnic society: such communal exercises allows groups of different races and ethnicities to bond and to overcome differences in order to exercise. 

Balance:
While some may say that these events are useless if sign up rates are low, and that they are merely one of events that people go to and then leave-- it is simply a starting point for people in the community to connect with each other. Certain groups within the community may also benefit more from these activities to become healthier and to forge deeper bonds with those in the community as it is free and easily accessible.

]]> 2023-05-19 03:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137141 Hana , Isabel and Cheryl https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137290 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument:
On sept 21 2019, the director of operation at Singapore Brazilian jiu jitsu open highlighted a complain of UFC hiring a  scammer who faked having a brown belt in jiu-jitsu. Many people members of the gym felt disappointed and angry at the lack of responsibility shown by the UFC gym, which was highlighted respected and had a closely knit community. However, the fact that the director of operations had the integrity to expose such scamming shows that there is little corruption in the industry and they choose to stick to their own values.

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here?

Morally upright - do not let incidents like this slide easily
Rare to see such cases in SG so when it does happen there is large publicity

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here?

Although there are some cases of scamming in Singapore gym contexts, ultimately, SG’s culture of strict rule abiding and integrity ensures that such instances remain few and far between.



]]> 2023-05-19 03:59:48 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137290 raeanne "miles" yap https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137655 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevamt to this selected argument: 

THE ARTICLE TALKS ABOUT THE PHYSIOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF TEAM SPORTS SPECIFICALLY. THESE INCLUDE, BETTER MENTAL HEALTH, BETTER PHYSIQUE, THEY GET TO BUILD HEALTHIER HABITS.

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? 

SINGAPOREANS OFTEN ENJOY THE COMMUNITY SPIRIT THEY SHARE WITH OTHERS, POSSIBLY STEMMING FROM THE KAMPUNG SPIRIT BEING CARRIED DOWN FROM THE 1960S.

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? 

WHILE SOME MAY SAY THAT EXERCISE CAN BE DONE ALONE WHILST REAPING SIMILAR BENEFITS, IT IS NOT COMPLETELY TRUE AS IT IS THE ELEMENT OF BEING WITH SIMILAR-MINDED PEOPLE THAT MAKES THE EXPERIENCE MORE ENJOYABLE.]]> 2023-05-19 04:00:14 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597137655 jenny,reagan,vivian and kaiyu https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597138422 1) Provide a summary of the article that is relevant to this selected argument: 
- The articles detail many complaints filed against 2 fitness clubs in SG over the past 3 years, mainly arising from disagreements over membership fees. Members who wished to terminate their membership faced issues in doing so or were pressured to extend their package. 

2) What are the relevant SG context/ SG characteristics that you would like to highlight here? '
- Singaporeans tend to be enticed by promotions or something that is perceived to maximise their value for money. Therefore, they could be more likely to fall into the traps of financial scams.

3) How would you evaluate and attempt to provide balance here? 
- To combat this, the government could implement stricter regulations on gym corporations to prevent such traps from proliferation. However, this may not be effective as generalised regulations may not be able to cater to the varying specific situations. If such regulations are not properly enforced, gym corporations can easily seek out loopholes in such policies and bypass them.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/two-fitness-clubs-hit-by-complaints]]> 2023-05-19 04:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597138422 earl and gladys https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597139065 1) Health Promoting Malls by Health Promotion Board host free exercise sessions every week and are led by professional instructors and accessible to the masses. These malls are mostly in the heartland.

2) “Working out in a big group is more fun than in a small class. When you are surrounded by people, the atmosphere is very lively and you can feel the adrenaline.”  (quoted from someone interviewed in the article) [COUNTER AGAINST INDIVIDUALISTIC TENDENCIES OF SINGAPOREANS]

3) Although this may be dependent on the receptiveness of the community towards such programs (as seen from the substantially lower sign up rate of men), it would definitely be able to gain traction as it is easily accessible and free for the average price-sensitive, busy Singaporean.]]> 2023-05-19 04:01:43 UTC https://padlet.com/wong_sui_lee/8sqkkeod7walb3sl/wish/2597139065