Dimension of Health
Tom has been feeling happy and confident about himself. Which dimension of health is this?
Emotional health.
Name ONE benefit of physical activity for your body.
Stronger muscles, improved fitness or a healthier heart.
How many minutes of physical activity should young people aged 13–17 aim for each day on average?
At least 60 minutes per day on average across the week.
What does inclusion mean in sport?
Making sure everyone feels welcome and has the opportunity to participate.
What does PDHPE stand for?
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education.
Sarah plays netball with her friends and enjoys spending time with them. Which dimension of health is this?
Social health.
How can physical activity benefit your mental health?
It can reduce stress, improve concentration and boost mood.
Name ONE activity that counts towards the daily physical activity recommendation.
Walking, swimming, cycling, dancing, running or playing sport
Name ONE way to include a student with a physical disability in a game.
Adapt the rules, equipment or playing area to suit their needs.
What is the difference between cooperation and competition?
Cooperation means working together towards a shared goal. Competition means trying to win against an opponent.
Jack goes for a run and builds stronger muscles and a healthier heart. Which dimension of health is this?
Physical health.
A student regularly participates in sport and feels less stressed. What is ONE benefit of physical activity they are experiencing?
Reduced stress and improved mental wellbeing.
How many days per week should young people include activities that strengthen their muscles and bones?
3 Days
A student is new to Australia and is still learning English. Name ONE way to help them participate in PE.
Demonstrate the activity, use visual instructions or pair them with a supportive teammate
You see a student being repeatedly left out and teased during sport. What should you do?
Support and include the student, help them and tell a trusted teacher.
Mia feels stressed about an upcoming test and finds it difficult to concentrate. Which dimension of health is being affected?
How can physical activity improve social health.
It helps people make friends, develop teamwork skills and build positive relationships.
A 15-year-old plays basketball for 30 minutes and cycles for 30 minutes. How many minutes of physical activity have they completed?
60 minutes.
A student is less skilled at basketball than their teammates. What is ONE way to make the game more inclusive?
Adapt the rules, create balanced teams or encourage everyone to pass the ball to all teammates.
What should you do before starting a physical activity to help prevent injuries?
Complete a warm-up.
A person feels connected to their beliefs, values, culture or a sense of purpose. Which dimension of health is this?
Spiritual health.
Name THREE benefits of regular physical activity across different dimensions of health.
Stronger heart (physical), reduced stress (mental) and stronger friendships (social).
What types of physical activity should young people include to help strengthen their muscles and bones?
Muscle-strengthening and bone-strengthening activities, such as resistance exercises, jumping, running and sports.
Your team keeps choosing the same skilled players and ignoring others. Identify the problem and suggest TWO ways to make the game more inclusive.
rotating positions, creating balanced teams and ensuring everyone participates.
Name THREE things you can do to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Participate in regular physical activity, eat a balanced diet, get enough sleep, drink water and maintain positive relationships.