Fitness Components
Running, swimming, and biking improve what fitness component?
Cardiovascular Endurance
What does I stand for?
Intensity
What is an example of an exercise that works both your arms and legs at the same time?
Jumping Jacks
What system helps you move?
Muscular
What should you not do for more than 2 hours a day?
Sit
Name the 5 components of fitness.
Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Endurance, Muscular Strength, Flexibility and Body Composition
What does F.I.T.T. stand for?
Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type
What is it called when you lay on your back and then lift your upper body to your legs and back down?
Sit up
How does blood travel through the body?
Blood Vessels
How long should someone your age sweat for a day?
60 minutes
What does flexibility help your body do?
Stretch and move your joints more easily
If you want to make your workout longer, which F.I.T.T. principle should you change?
Time
Name one exercise that makes your heart beat faster.
running, jumping rope or dancing
What gas do we breathe out?
Carbon Dioxide
How long should you spend a day doing light activity?
Several hours
What are 3 (4) food groups you should be eating every day?
Vegetables & Fruit, Whole Grains and Protein
What does “Frequency” mean in the F.I.T.T. Principle?
How often you exercise
Which exercise helps improve flexibility?
Stretching or Yoga
Where are your quad (quadricep) muscles?
On the front top half of your legs
How much time should you spend sleeping each night?
9-11 Hours
What is the difference between muscular endurance and muscular strength?
Endurance = using muscles for a long time
Strength = how much they can lift at once
What is Aerobic exercise?
Exercise that uses oxygen to fuel longer, lower-intensity activities
Name one reason it is important to stretch before doing activities
No injuries, warms up the muscles, improves flexibility & reduces soreness
How many muscles does it take to smile and frown?
12 and 11 (Smile more to work more muscles)
What do you think is more important for health: exercise, sleep, or healthy food?
All 3 are important (Trick Question!)