Which is the correct definition of a healthy active lifestyle? A. The ability to meet the general demands of everyday life, through exercise and a balanced diet. B. A lifestyle that contributes positively to physical, mental and social wellbeing, and includes regular exercise and physical activity. C. A lifestyle consisting of a regular exercise and balanced diet that contributes to health. D. A lifestyle that contributes positively to fitness, and includes regular exercise and physical activity.
List the 7 benefits of participating in physical activity. 1. Increase fitness 2. Help the individual feel good 3. Help relieve stress 4. Increase self-esteem and confidence 5. Contribute to good health 6. For enjoyment 7. Provide a mental challenge
Why do you participate in sport/physical activity?
Reasons for taking part in physical activity 1.Cooperation 2.Competition 3.Physical challenge 4.Aesthetic appreciation 5.Development of friendships/social mixing
Explain how participation in physical activity can stimulate: A. Co-operation (1) B. Competition (1) C. Physical Challenge (2)
Explain how participation in physical activity can stimulate: A. Co-operation (1) Working with a team/others/teamwork To achieve a common goal Do not allow reference to social / friends /helps you co-operate. B. Competition (1) Working against an opponent /trying to beat personal best/trying to win/ trying be the best Do not award if reference to standard of competition Do not allow goal setting / targets / personal challenge / playing a match unless qualified. C. Physical Challenge (2) Work body to the limit / push yourself harder Because you are working physically hard you need to be mentally tough to keep going / keep motivated E.g Not wanting to give up in marathon even though body is tired/scared of abseiling but overcome fear and complete activity
Put each of the reasons given for taking part in physical activity into the appropriate box Social Psychological Physical
Prep… Write an essay about why people take part in physical activity using the following headings: To improve body shape To look and feel better For good health For enjoyment To relieve stress and tension For a physical challenge For co-operation and competition For the Aesthetic qualities To mix socially