Training and Safety for Physical Activities

Training and Peak Performance  Training program- formalized physical preparation for involvement in a sport or another physical activity Will vary based on activity or sport ○ Ex: football player or cross country runner  Who can help create a training program for you??

Taking Care of Your Body while Training  Proper Nutrition Get enough nutrients; vitamins and minerals important Eat healthy nutrient dense foods  Hydration Taking in fluids so body can function Before, during, and after exercise

Taking Care of Your Body while Training (cont)  Adequate Rest Adequate Rest 8-10 hrs of sleep is important Body needs to rest and reenergize  Avoiding Harmful Substances Tobacco-cancer Alcohol-liver, brain damage, poor decision Steroids- cancer, heart attack, sterility… Other drugs- addiction, disease, death

Nutritional Supplements  Any nonfood substance that contains one or more nutrients that the body needs Need to be careful with supplements Not regulated by the FDA Can be helpful if not getting nutrients from food

Safety- reduce risks  Health screening- check for diseases or disorders  Use proper equipment  Play at your skill level  Obey rules and restrictions  Practice good sportsmanship

Personal Safety  Select proper time and place Ex: metro park alone at night…not a good idea  Use reflective gear, wear bright colors if exercising at night  Effects of weather Slippery, icy roads/sidewalks  Wear Helmets