Nutrition & Fitness Lecture 8 –Part 2

Overview Part 1 of 2 Understand the difference between appetite and hunger. Be able to name three things that affect individual’s daily calorie needs. Be able to name six essential nutrients. Understand the purpose of Dietary Guideline and MyPlate Plan Understand structure & function of food labels (Nutrition Fact Labels) Part 2 of 2 Know how to differentiate physical activity and exercise. Understand common obstacles to physical activity

Introduction to PA & Fitness Benefits of regular exercise (includes many benefits of PA)

Introduction to PA & Fitness CDC recommendation: 30+ minutes of physical activity per day Exercise ≠ physical activity “planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve or maintain one or more components of physical fitness” Purposeful routine physical activity, done with more specific intent.

Introduction to PA & Fitness Calories Burned by Different Activities Consider “FITT” Frequency Intensity (MET) Time Type

Common Obstacles to PA People offer a variety of excuses to explain why they aren’t physically active https://www.ted.com/talks/emily_balcetis_why_some_people_find_exercise_harder_than_others Active lifestyle does not require gym membership or expensive equipment Choose activities that are enjoyable & appropriate difficulty, and convenient Merge physical activity into daily routine

Fitness Injuries & Consumerism Extra Content Fitness Injuries & Consumerism

Fitness-Related Injuries Two basic types of fitness-related injuries: Traumatic injuries: occur suddenly and violently, typically by accident. Overuse injuries: occur when doing too much intense exercise, too much exercise without variation, or not allowing for sufficient rest and recovery time.

Fitness-Related Injuries: Prevention DO warm-up & cool-down (before & after) DO use appropriate equipment (footwear & protective equipment) AVOID exercising in heat/cold AVOID working out alone (try)

Fitness Consumerism Fitness goals can be achieved without spending too much money on gym/facility membership, without buying equipment, and without spending lots of money on the latest fitness fashions.

Fitness Consumerism Exercise Facilities Consider… Visit several facilities before making a decision? Hours of operation? Exercise classes offered? Convenient? Consider the equipment? (What & how many?) Consider the location? Convenient? Consider the personnel? Consider the financial implications?

Fitness Consumerism Fitness Gadgets/Equipment Consider… Claims to provide lasting "no-sweat" results in a short time? Claims to target or burn just fat? Reliable testimonials? Before-and-after pictures of satisfied customers? Cost? Warranties? Fine print? Return policies? Familiar with equipment (used before)? Consumer report / online resource available?

Fitness Gadgets/Equipment

Fitness Gadgets/Equipment

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*** Midterm Exam covers up to this lecture *** Take-Away Points Water, protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, and minerals are essential nutrients that your body needs. CDC recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day Removing perceived obstacles to physical activity is important for fighting the obesity epidemic. *** Midterm Exam covers up to this lecture ***

Announcement Submit Assignment #3 ASAP Due next Saturday (Fall Break) Exam after Fall Break Sign up for PSA groups on Canvas Before fall break Midterm Exam when you return from Fall Break Review session next week Testing accommodations: schedule with Rinella ASAP