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Any form of bodily movement that uses up energy physical activity Any form of bodily movement that uses up energy The smooth and effective working together of your muscles and bones coordination The feeling of stability and control over your body balance Click to reveal the definitions. Units of heat that measure the energy available in foods calories

physical fitness The ability to handle the physical demands of everyday life without becoming overly tired Planned physical activity done regularly to build or maintain one’s fitness exercise aerobic exercise Rhythmic, nonstop, moderate to vigorous activity that requires large amounts of oxygen Click to reveal the definitions. anaerobic exercise Intense physical activity that requires little oxygen but uses short bursts of energy

In this lesson, you will learn to identify the benefits of physical activity. develop habits to improve your physical health. describe various types of physical activities. explain the importance of exercise to overall fitness.

Predicting Examine the headings, figures, and captions before you read this lesson. Predict what kinds of information you think you will learn. Headings in this Lesson Choosing an Active Lifestyle Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical Activity and Fitness The Importance of Exercise

Choosing an Active Lifestyle Health experts advise teens to get 60 minutes of physical activity on most days. physical activity Any form of bodily movement that uses up energy This activity can be done all at once or divided into 10- or 15-minute bursts.

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical Health Mental/Emotional Health Physical activity benefits each side of the health triangle. Social Health

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity improves coordination, improves balance, and burns calories. coordination The smooth and effective working together of your muscles and bones Physical Health Physical activity benefits each side of the health triangle. Physical health: Helps you heart and lungs work more efficiently Strengthens bones Improves sleep Burns extra calories that could lead to extra pounds balance The feeling of stability and control over your body calories Units of heat that measure the energy available in foods

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physically active people are better able to handle the stress and challenges of everyday life. Physically active people have higher self-esteem. Mental/Emotional Health Physical activity benefits each side of the health triangle. Mental/emotional health: Being physically active will help you think more clearly and concentrate better in school.

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity can help you meet new people. Social Health Physical activity benefits each side of the health triangle. Social health: People who are physically fit are able to resolve conflicts effectively and work with others as a team.

Physical Activity and Fitness Physical activity is a key to physical fitness. physical fitness The ability to handle the physical demands of everyday life without becoming overly tired People who are physically fit have enough energy to do the things they want to do. People who are physically fit have a reserve of energy for times when their body needs it. People who are physically fit tend to live longer and healthier lives.

The Importance of Exercise While every physical activity works various muscles, exercise targets specific muscles. exercise Planned physical activity done regularly to build or maintain one’s fitness

The Importance of Exercise The two categories of exercise are: Aerobic exercise Anaerobic exercise Aerobic exercise: Aerobic exercise works a very important muscle in your body—your heat. It also benefits the lungs. Examples include stair climbing, swimming, running, biking, and many forms of dancing. Anaerobic exercise: Examples include lifting weights, gymnastics, and football. aerobic exercise Rhythmic, nonstop, moderate to vigorous activity that requires large amounts of oxygen anaerobic exercise Intense physical activity that requires little oxygen but uses short bursts of energy

What I Learned Vocabulary What is physical activity? Lesson 1 Review Physical activity is any form of bodily movement that uses up energy.

Lesson 1 Review What I Learned Recall What are some health benefits of becoming and staying physically active? Sample answer: having more energy, healthier heart and lungs, and higher self-esteem

Lesson 1 Review What I Learned Identify What are the two types of exercise? Describe each of them. Sample answer: dancing and walking to school

Lesson 1 Review Thinking Critically Evaluate Evaluate your current activity level by noting how many minutes you are active in a typical day. Tell what steps, if any, you need to take to boost your current activity level. Students should estimate how many minutes they are active in a typical day. If needed, they should add activities so they are active for 60 minutes on most days.

Lesson 1 Review Thinking Critically Analyze Alex would like to become more physically active but only if he can avoid exercising. What advice would you give Alex? Sample answer: He can be active in other ways, such as mowing the lawn, canoeing, or playing softball.

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