DO NOW Question: Do we have an obesity epidemic? WHY?

DID YOU KNOW?

Feel weak, tire easily, trouble concentrating, lack nutrients, heart conditions

Lesson 1

Any form of movement that causes your body to use energy. (not just working out at the gym) Walking to school Cleaning your room Playing sports or tag games with friends

Physical Fitness- the ability to carry out daily tasks easily and have enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands.

Strengthen your muscles and bones Boost your energy level Improve your posture

Cardiovascular system Strengthens the heart muscle Reduces blood pressure Lowers cholesterol

Respiratory System Lungs work more efficiently Larger amounts of air are delivered to your body Makes activities easier Running a greater distance w/o being out of breath

Musculoskeletal System Reduces risk of developing fragile bones Improves balance and coordination

Stress relief- body produces chemicals called endorphins which relaxes the body and relieves pain Mood enhancement- promotes the production of other brain chemicals that combat anxiety and depression

Improved self-esteem- sense of accomplishment and also helps you look and feel your best Better sleep- activity before bed has made people more relaxed

Form friendships and make new friends Helps you learn skills that will improve your relationships, such as teamwork and sportsmanship

Increased self-esteem builds confidence Manages stress, rather than letting it build up and have a negative impact on your relationships

Sedentary- involving little physical activity

Obesity Type 2 diabetes Certain types of cancers Asthma Psychological problems (stress, anxiety, depression) Premature death