Maintaining A Healthy Weight Chapter 6 Lesson 1 Revised Aug 2013 Created by T. Stivers Schindewolf Intermediate School
Body image is the way you see your body What is body image? Body image is the way you see your body
Image can be affected by... Media images Friends Perception of your weight Family
Is your weight within the healthy range? What is Your Weight? Is your weight within the healthy range? Determine this with your BMI
Body mass index – is a ratio that allows you to assess your body size using height and weight Age and gender make a difference
Finding BMI Weight in pounds × 703 ÷ height² in inches = BMI Find your answer on the correct chart.
Body Mass Index
Your weight is influenced by: Gender Age (older need less calories) Height Body frame (tall & large framed need more calories) Growth rate (teens need more calories – still growing) Metabolic rate Activity level
Remember: Optimal weight is a matter of ________ balance energy Functions Activity Calories Calories consumed must _____ calories burned equal
So where do calories come from? www.docstoc.com -
1 g Carbohydrate = 4 calories 1 g Protein = 4 calories Calories come from: 1 g Carbohydrate = 4 calories 1 g Protein = 4 calories 1 g Fats = 9 calories per gram Portion control is KEY! The way it’s cooked can also raise the calorie count.
One ______ of body fat equals ________ calories. pound 3,500
Large French Fries = 540 calories Monday - 500 Tuesday - 500 Wednesday - 500 Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - Total = Freeclipartstore.com You can gain or lose a pound in a week.
Calories Burned During Activity Per hour Walking 3 mph, cycling, bowling 240-300 Cycling 8 mph, volleyball, tennis doubles, golf carry clubs 300-360 Walking 4 mph, ice skating, roller skating, cycling 10 mph 360-420 Jogging 5 mph, cycling 12mph, Downhill skiing 480-600 Running or aerobic 600-660