Chpt. 6: Lifestyle Physical Activity & Positive Attitudes Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Taking Charge: Building Positive Attitudes

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Lesson Objectives: What- negative attitudes about physical activity How- change negative to positive attitudes, spread positive attitudes on physical fitness to others Why- people like to exercise

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What is an attitude?

is a feeling or belief about a something. Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Attitude: is a feeling or belief about a something. will improve determination to stick with a goal.

Why do some teens have positive attitudes toward activity? Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question Why do some teens have positive attitudes toward activity?

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer: Teens have positive attitudes because they know that being active improves: sports performance health body composition

How are attitudes formed? Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question How are attitudes formed?

Positive experiences —> positive attitudes Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer Positive experiences —> positive attitudes Negative experiences —> negative attitudes Personal experiences Attitudes Influences of others

What are some negative attitudes? Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What are some negative attitudes? *(Think about how the comments on the next slide could be refuted or stated more positively.)

I am not good at sports, I won’t improve. Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer: I am not good at sports, I won’t improve. Exercise is a waste of time Exercising doesn’t interest me. Who cares about being active? Negative attitudes

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question How can your attitude toward others help them to become more positive about doing physical activity?

Attitude toward others More positive about doing physical activity by- Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer: Attitude toward others More positive about doing physical activity by- modeling success and enjoyment in activity providing encouragement

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What are some steps you can take to help build a positive attitude toward physical activity?

Steps to Build a Positive Attitude Toward Physical Activity Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Steps to Build a Positive Attitude Toward Physical Activity 1 Use positive self-talk. 2 Use short-term and long-term goal setting. 3 Speak to others about the benefits of physical activity. 4. Have the courage to begin an exercise program. 5. Focus on rewarding experiences you have had in physical activity.

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What sorts of experiences can lead to negative attitudes about physical activity?

Feelings of being incompetent Embarrassment Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer: Experiences that can lead to negative attitudes about physical activity- Failures Feelings of being incompetent Embarrassment

What is it about some physical activities that people dislike? Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What is it about some physical activities that people dislike?

People dislike physical activities because - Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer People dislike physical activities because - Requires exertion or effort Takes time to improve the danger/difficulties inherent in some activities (e.g., rock climbing, kayaking).

Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Question What role can friends play in helping others develop positive attitudes toward physical activity?

provide social support and encouragement. Lesson 6.2: Attitudes Answer Role of friends- provide social support and encouragement. help begin and continue a program of physical activity.

Taking Charge: Building Positive Attitudes Read about Allen and Matt in the Taking Charge section of chapter 6 (page 97). What does Allen like about being physically active? Can help to stay in shape What does Matt like and not like about physical activity? Make him feel more alive  Make him sweaty  How could Matt change his negative attitudes and become more active? Make new friends through participation Don’t hesitate to ask for help from others

Taking Charge: Building Positive Attitudes What are some positive attitudes that keep people active? Assess your attitudes Identify reasons for negative attitudes Find activities that help fewer negative attitude Choose activities that make you positive Change the situation Be active with friends Discuss your attitudes What are some other negative attitudes that keep people from being active, and how can those attitudes be changed? Negative: thinking you can’t do something. To be changed: think “you CAN do anything you put your mind to” and listen to your friends’ encouragement