Discuss the three phases of a workout. Warming up helps avoid injuries and helps muscles perform better. Exercise continuously for 20 to 60 minutes of aerobic activities. Aerobic activities include swimming, biking, running, walking, rowing, dancing, hiking stair climbing and lots of other activities. Five to ten minutes of walking and stretching is a good way to cool-down.
Students assess personal fitness levels.
Have students use the student page to assess their activity levels. Reflect, summarize and discuss. Discuss ways to increase activity levels. A wide variety of physical activities contribute to fitness. Permission is granted to reproduce for educational non-commercial uses if this message is shown.