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EXERCISE and LIFELONG FITNESS
The Importance of Physical Activity
The Importance of Physical Activity
The Benefits of Physical Activity Physical Activity- any movement
that requires your large muscle groups to work
The Benefits of Physical Activity Physical Activity- any movement
that requires your large muscle groups to work
The changes that occur due to physical activity are beneficial to your body, your mind, and your social interactions.
Physical Benefits
Cardiovascular System Heart becomes stronger Capillaries in muscles increase Lowers blood cholesterol levels
Physical Benefits
Weight Maintenance Increases BMR Reduces risk of weight associated
diseases
Bone Strength Weight bearing activity increases bone
strength and density Decreases chances of osteoporosis
Psychological Benefits
Endorphins Chemicals that block pain messages
from reaching your brain cells Cause the feelings of satisfaction and
pleasure you feel after a workout
Psychological Benefits
Endorphins Chemicals that block pain messages
from reaching your brain cells Cause the feelings of satisfaction and
pleasure you feel after a workout
Self-Confidence
Psychological Benefits
Endorphins Chemicals that block pain messages
from reaching your brain cells Cause the feelings of satisfaction and
pleasure you feel after a workout
Self-Confidence Reduced stress levels
Psychological Benefits
Endorphins Chemicals that block pain messages
from reaching your brain cells Cause the feelings of satisfaction and
pleasure you feel after a workout
Self-Confidence Reduced stress levels Enhances mood
Components of Fitness
Physical Fitness means you have the energy and strength to participate in a variety of activities.
Components of Fitness
Physical Fitness means you have the energy and strength to participate in a variety of activities.
There are 5 Components of Physical Fitness:
Cardiorespiratory Endurance Heart, blood vessels, and lungs are
able to distribute nutrients and oxygen and remove wastes efficiently during prolonged exercise.
Cardiorespiratory Endurance Heart, blood vessels, and lungs are
able to distribute nutrients and oxygen and remove wastes efficiently during prolonged exercise.
Heart pumps more blood per beat
Cardiorespiratory Endurance Heart, blood vessels, and lungs are
able to distribute nutrients and oxygen and remove wastes efficiently during prolonged exercise.
Heart pumps more blood per beat Lungs are more efficient
Muscular Strength & Endurance Muscular Strength- The capacity of a
muscle or group of muscles to exert force
Muscular Strength & Endurance Muscular Strength- The capacity of a
muscle or group of muscles to exert force
Muscular Endurance- The ability of your muscles to work for an extended period of time
Flexibility & Body Composition Flexibility- The ability to move a
joint through its’ entire range of motion Helps to reduce risk of injury
Flexibility & Body Composition Flexibility- The ability to move a
joint through its’ entire range of motion Helps to reduce risk of injury
Body Composition- the amount of fat tissue in your body as compared to lean tissue
Types of Physical Activity Aerobic Exercise- ongoing physical
activity that raises your breathing and heart rate.
Types of Physical Activity Aerobic Exercise- ongoing physical
activity that raises your breathing and heart rate.
Anaerobic Exercise- intense physical activity that lasts for a few seconds to a few minutes
Types of Physical Activity Aerobic Exercise- ongoing physical
activity that raises your breathing and heart rate.
Anaerobic Exercise- intense physical activity that lasts for a few seconds to a few minutes
Isometric Exercise- an exercise in which muscles contract but very little body movement takes place
Types of Physical Activity Isotonic Exercise- contracting and
relaxing your muscles through the full range of a joint’s motion.
Types of Physical Activity Isotonic Exercise- contracting and
relaxing your muscles through the full range of a joint’s motion.
Isokinetic Exercise- muscles contract at a constant rate
Let’s Review…• What is physical activity? Name 3
physical activities that are not sports.
• What are the physical benefits of regular physical activity?
Let’s Review…• What is physical activity? Name 3
physical activities that are not sports.
• What are the physical benefits of regular physical activity?
• What are the psychological and social benefits of physical activity?
Let’s Review…• What are the five components of
physical fitness?
• How does aerobic exercise differ from anaerobic exercise?
Written Response…• In your notebook write today’s date and
the following prompt:Other than team sports, what physical
activities do you enjoy or would you consider as part of your physical fitness routine?
Percentage of Teens Who Participate Regularly in Physical Activity
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
9th 10th 11th 12th
MalesFemales
Health Stats
After viewing the chart, what trend does physical activity show for teenagers?
Why do you think this trend is occurring?
Planning a Fitness Program Lifelong Fitness- the ability to stay
healthy and fit as you age
To plan a successful fitness program you should define your goals, develop your program, and monitor your progress.
Define Long-Term Goals
Choose activities you enjoy Vary your activities from day to day Combine exercise and social
activities whenever possible
Define Short-term Goals
Immediate goals Measurable and attainable Specific
“I want to be able to run a mile in 8 minutes”
Develop Your Fitness Plan Make a weekly schedule Choose days and times which fit for
you Choose the activities you will do
each day
Develop Your Fitness Plan Make a weekly schedule Choose days and times which fit for
you Choose the activities you will do
each day Other things to consider:
Your current health status Your budget Where you live
The FITT Formula
The success of your fitness plan depends on four factors: How often you exercise How hard you exercise
The FITT Formula
The success of your fitness plan depends on four factors: How often you exercise How hard you exercise How long you exercise
The FITT Formula
The success of your fitness plan depends on four factors: How often you exercise How hard you exercise How long you exercise The type of exercise you choose
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise• Within your target heart rate range
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise• Within your target heart rate range
Time- how long you exercise
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise• Within your target heart rate range
Time- how long you exercise• Minimum of 20-30 minutes per day
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise• Within your target heart rate range
Time- how long you exercise• Minimum of 20-30 minutes per day
Type- type of exercise you choose
The FITT Formula
Frequency- how often you exercise• 3-5 days a week
Intensity- how hard you exercise• Within your target heart rate range
Time- how long you exercise• Minimum of 20-30 minutes per day
Type- type of exercise you choose• Matches the goals of your program
Cross-Training
To prevent boredom and over-use injuries
Cross-Training incorporates participating in a variety of different types of physical activities
Cross-Training
To prevent boredom and over-use injuries
Cross-Training incorporates participating in a variety of different types of physical activities
Different activities work different muscles
Monitor Your Progress
Keep a chart or exercise journal Avoid monitoring only weight as
progress Muscle weighs more than fat
Monitor Your Progress
Keep a chart or exercise journal Avoid monitoring only weight as
progress Muscle weighs more than fat Track resting heart rate
Monitor Your Progress
Keep a chart or exercise journal Avoid monitoring only weight as
progress Muscle weighs more than fat Track resting heart rate Track body composition
Alter Your Fitness Plan
Progressive Overload-• Increasing time and/or intensity as the
body adjusts to exercise
Alter Your Fitness Plan
Progressive Overload-• Increasing time and/or intensity as the
body adjusts to exercise
• Plateaus will come
Alter Your Fitness Plan
Progressive Overload-• Increasing time and/or intensity as the
body adjusts to exercise
• Plateaus will come• Alter your plan to continue making
progress
Phases of Exercise
Warm-Up and Stretch 5-10 minutes mild activity Increase body temperature Elevate heart rate
Phases of Exercise
Warm-Up and Stretch 5-10 minutes mild activity Increase body temperature Elevate heart rate 5-10 minutes of stretching
The Workout
20-30 Minutes in your Target Heart Rate Zone
Calculate your own THR Zone using the worksheet provided by your teacher.
Cool Down & Stretch
Mild exercise for 5-10 minutes Reduce body temperature Lower heart rate and breathing rate
Cool Down & Stretch
Mild exercise for 5-10 minutes Reduce body temperature Lower heart rate and breathing rate
Post-Workout Stretch Alleviate tension built up during
exercise Helps prevent muscle and joint
soreness Repeat stretches from warm-up
Let’s Review…• What are the steps involved in
developing a successful fitness program?
• What are the four factors in the FITT Formula?
Let’s Review…• What are the steps involved in
developing a successful fitness program?
• What are the four factors in the FITT Formula?
• What are the benefits of Cross-Training?
Let’s Review…• What are the steps involved in
developing a successful fitness program?
• What are the four factors in the FITT Formula?
• What are the benefits of Cross-Training?
• What are the phases of a work-out?