Nutrition
When should you drink Gatorade or Powerade?
a. Whenever I'm thirsty
b. During or after a really hard workout or practice
c. Twice each day
d. Never
B. During or after a really hard workout or practice
*Carbohydrates and Electrolytes are good to rehydrate and get your energy back, but if you are NOT working out it's just wasted calories
Exercise can positively affect your...
a. Physical Health
b. Mental Health
c. Academic Performance
d. All of the above
d. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Exercise releases endorphins (natural chemicals that make us feel good) and has been shown to improve performance in the classroom
One way to promote your physical health is...
a)Taking a shower
b) Brushing your teeth
c) Eating lots of Sour Patch Kids
d) Both a and b
d) Both a and b
A healthy mouth may help defend against other medical problems
What is the recommended amount of time for Physical Activity per day for youth populations?
a. 20 Minutes
b. 40 Minutes
c. 60 Minutes
d. 2 Hours
c. 60 Minutes
Social health means
a. you are really strong
b. you have positive relationships with friends and family
c. you eat healthy all the time
d. you read a lot of books alone
B. You have positive relationships with your friends and family
Which is NOT a healthy snack?
a. Cake
b. Apple and peanut butter (if you're not allergic)
c. Greek Yogurt
d. Fruits and Vegetables
a. Cake
*Okay as a treat on special occasions!
True or False: Exercise HAS to be boring and unpleasant if you want it to work?
FALSE!
Find a form of exercise that is fun for you! Playing sports, going on hikes, lifting weights, playing at the playground all count.
Deodorant is used to:
a. Prevent sweat and body odor
b. Feel more manly
c. Keep Vampires away
d. Make you better at sports
a. Prevent sweat and body odor
*Should be used each morning or before sports and exercise
Before a game or workout I should
a. Eat a bunch of food
b. Get a good warmup and stretch
c. Do nothing just wait
d. Make fun of the other team
b. Get a good warmup and stretch
*It is important to get the body moving and ready
How many hours of sleep is recommended each night?
a. I don't need sleep, I'm a vampire
b. 7-10 hours
c. 2-4 hours
d. Naps between rounds of Fortnite
b. 7-10 hours
*If you're tired during the day, you should get more sleep at night!
How many CUPS of water per day should you be drinking?
a. 1-3 Cups
b. 4-6 Cups
c. 7-10 Cups
d. A big gallon jug
c. 7-10 Cups per day
56-70 ounces (Think 3-6 Poland Springs Bottles)
A weak CORE (stomach and back muscles) can cause:
a. Back Pain
b. Bad Posture
c. More sports injuries
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
*The core is responsible for balance and movement, injury prevention, and keeping us upright
Personal hygiene ___________
a. Is not important
b. Does not help with keeping us well
c. Is a small collection of habits people perform to keep themselves clean and their bodies healthy
d. Increases the number of germs that enter your body
c. Is a small collection of habits people perform to keep themselves clean and their bodies healthy
When you workout, your heart rate
a. Gets faster
b. Stays the same
c. Slows down
d. Feels like it will explode
a. Gets faster
*Increased heart rate --> more calories burned and builds stamina (endurance)
True or False: You ALWAYS have to eat healthy food.
False: You should eat healthy MOST of the time, but treating yourself once in a while is good for your mental health!
Which of these drinks is BEST for you?
a. Gatorade
b. Water
c. Juice Boxes
d. Energy Drinks
b. Water
*Gatorade and Juice Boxes have a lot of sugar, and we do not need caffeine from energy drinks
Pushups are a good example of:
a. An upper body exercise
b. A lower body exercise
c. A core exercise
d. A good way to show off
a. An upper body exercise
A good way to stop the spread of germs is to
a. Wash my hands frequently
b. Cover my mouth when I cough or sneeze
c. Wear a mask in public
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Cardiovascular exercise works
a. The heart and lungs
b. Your Arms
c. Your Legs
d. On your beach body
a. The Heart and Lungs
In your lifetime, you can expect your health to...
a. Always stay the same
b. Change over time
c. Not be very important
d. Never be a proble
b. Change over time
*Exercise, personal hygiene, and proper nutrition help us stay healthy longer and more often
Which food group does pasta belong to?
a. Meats
b. Dairy
c. Grains
d. Fruits and Vegetables
C. Grains (Carbohydrates)
Lifting weights for kids
a. Is dangerous
b. Can build strength and confidence when done correctly
c. Should only be done when you're older
d. Is hard and should never be done
b. Can build strength and confidence when done correctly
How can biting your nails be harmful to your health?
a. It makes your teeth more brittle
b. It makes your nails too short
c. It transfers bacteria between your mouth and hands
d. It's not a healthy snack
c. It transfers bacteria between your mouth and hands
What happens if you don't get enough physical activity?
a. Gain weight
b. Have more time for other activities
c. Feel more relaxed and stress free
d. Improve strength and stamina
a. Gain weight
*If you do not burn off the calories you eat, you will slowly (or quickly) gain weight
How many caffeinated drinks should I have each day?
a. 4, Redbull gives you wings
b. 1 cup of coffee to get my day going
c. NONE
d. Whenever I'm feeling sleepy
c. NONE
*Caffeine can be dangerous, especially for kids- speeding up the heart rate, feeling anxious, jittery (shaky). Get more sleep!