Everyday Activities: moderate to vigorous
For what duration of time should adolescents participate in everyday activities?
For maximum health benefits, physical activity should be moderate or vigorous and add up to at least 60 mins per day.
What is aerobic exercise?
and activity that uses large muscle groups, continuously, is rhythmic in nature and increases the need for oxygen.
What are bone strengthening activities?
any moderate to vigorous physical activity which enhances bone strength through the use of resistance or force.
What are muscle strengthening activities?
What is leisure activities?
What are every day activites?
Movement that uses energy. Walking, gardening, briskly pushing a baby stroller, climbing the stairs, playing soccer, or dancing.
How often should adolescents participate in aerobic activity?
3 or more times a week.
Name 3 examples of muscle strengthening activities.
Give 3 examples of leisure activities.
Miniature golfing, canoeing, badminton, softball, etc.
Give 5 examples of everyday activities.
Taking the stairs, walking, yard work, household chores, cleaning room, mowing the lawn, anything that keeps your heart rate up.
How often should adolescents participate in muscle strengthening activities?
3 or more times per week.
What are sedentary activities?
Activities that require little or no movement.
Why should adolescents be physically active every day?
Prevent certain diseases, maintain a healthy weight, has mental health and stress reduction benefits, keeps energy level up.
How long should an aerobic workout last?
Aim for a minimum of 20 minutes per session. Gradually work up to about 60 min. over time.
3 or more times per week.
What is one benefit of muscle strengthening exercises?
Why are leisure activities important?
Encourages everyone to have fun while they are active.
What does FITT stand for?
Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type
What is on benefit of aerobic exercise?
Strengthens heart, prevents; heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. Improves heart and lung function, improves weight control, etc.
What is one benefit of bone strengthening activity?
Warm up
Name 3 sedentary activities adolescents should do less of.
Sitting, watching TV, video gaming, computer screen time, etc.