Basics
What is flexibility? Define it, and also give an example of when you use flexibility.
Definition: flexibility is the ability for muscles, joints, and/or tissues to move easily
Examples: stretching, yoga, gymnastics, rock climbing, touching your toes
As the intensity of a physical activity increases, ______ and _______ increases
Heart rate and breathing
True or False: Zumba and dancing are considered exercise
TRUE: different types of dance exercises build cardio, endurance, coordination, and even strength!
How many minutes of physical activity should you be doing each day?
At least 60 minutes
True or False: You should always stretch and warm-up before doing physical activity
TRUE: Stretching and warming up helps prevent injury by allowing your body to prepare for physical activity
What is balance? Define it, and also give an example of when you use balance.
Definition: balance is the ability to maintain upright posture and stability
Examples: gymnastics, yoga, standing on one leg/arm, doing a handstand, hopscotch, playing twister
What are some examples of physical activities that may be light intensity?
Sitting, eating, standing, showering, walking, cleaning, other daily living
Demonstrate three exercises that we did during fitness BINGO
*Staff in the room will confirm if these movements are correct*
How many days a week should you be doing more intense physical activity?
What percentage of the human body is made of water? (Must be within +/- 15% to get the points)
Around 60% (45%-75% answer gets points)
What is endurance? Define it, and also give an example of when you use endurance.
Definition: endurance is the ability to do physical activity for long periods of time
Examples: running longer distance/marathons, cycling, swimming, dance, hiking, playing sports
What are some examples of physical activities that may be moderate intensity?
Yoga/stretching, walking, biking, lifting heavy objects at school or at home
How can you make body weight exercises more intense?
You can add more weight to challenge yourself!
Describe how being physically active is good for your mental/emotional health.
-Helps manage blood pressure and stress levels
-Good for anger management
-Can help with symptoms of anxiety & depression
-Boosts energy levels
-Releases happy chemicals (endorphins) in the brain
Less than ___% of high schoolers do at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day (must be +/- 10% to get points)
30%
What is coordination? Define it, and also give an example of when you use coordination.
Definition: coordination is the ability to sync and control body parts during movement
Examples: most sports (throwing/catching a ball, using a bat, etc.), playing an instrument, gymnastics, dancing, jumping rope, yoga, martial arts
What are some examples of physical activities that may be high intensity?
Playing sports, running, weight lifting, swimming, HIIT (high intensity interval training)
Where does yoga originate from?
Ancient India
-Helps prevent bone loss
-Makes your muscles and bones stronger, so it's easier to do different activities
-Your body is more stable and balanced
-Less likely to break bones or sprain muscles
How many bones does a human adult have?
206
What is agility? Define it, and also give an example of when you use agility.
Definition: agility is the ability to move quickly and easily
Examples: jumping, running through agility ladders/cone obstacles/hurdles, dodging an opponent in basketball/football/etc, gymnastics
What are some examples of physical activities that may be extreme intensity?
Running a marathon, firefighting, doing a triathlon
Yoga is a unique activity because it also helps with what?
-Stress management
-Emotional management
-Mind-body connection
-Focusing on your breathing
Describe how being physically active is good for your heart health.
-Your heart is a muscle that is also strengthened by physical activity
-Keeps your veins and arteries clear, lowering the risk of heart attack
-Reduces blood sugar levels, which reduces the risk of diabetes
-Improves blood circulation
How long ago did the first olympics take place in Greece? (Must be within 300 years to get the points)
2,700 years (2400-3000 years answer gets points)