Physical Activity
What do you think active living means?
Being physical active in our daily lives.
(e.g. biking/walking/scootering to work, spending your leisure time exercising)
What is the best thing we can drink to stay hydrated?
Water!
What is one thing we can do at the end of exercising to help our bodies recover?
Stretch!
What is the definition of physical activity?
Any movement of your body that results in an increased use of energy
True or False: It is important to eat after exercising heavily?
True! We use carbohydrates (come from grains, fruits and some vegetables) for energy when we exercise so it is important to replenish these after exercise.
How many hours should we be sleeping per night?
7 or more hours
What does it mean to be sedentary? Give an example of a sedentary behaviour.
A resting activity that does not increase energy expenditure. Examples: watching TV, playing video games, sitting in the car, sitting at a desk)
Think back to the diagram of the plate I showed last time we played jeopardy - half of the plate was filled with _______?
Fruits and vegetables
What should we try to avoid for 1 hour before we go to bed?
Screens (TV, phone, iPad)
How many minutes of physical activity should we be getting per week?
150 minutes (=5x30 minute sessions, 3x50 minute sessions)
We should try to limit foods that are high in _____.
True or False: Getting exercise during the day may help us sleep better at night?
True! Sleeping is also important to help our muscles recover after exercising.