Physical Fitness What is fitness Physical fitness general

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Physical Fitness

Physical Fitness

What is fitness? • Physical fitness = general state of good health as a

What is fitness? • Physical fitness = general state of good health as a result of exercise and nutrition • Ability to perform in sports or physical activities

Why is it important? • • • Weight control Disease prevention (Diabetes) Overall heart

Why is it important? • • • Weight control Disease prevention (Diabetes) Overall heart health Mental well-being (mood) Promotes better sleep Appearance Increases overall energy Self-esteem Stress relief FUN!!

Examples of exercise • Cardio: good for the heart – Running, walking, hiking, dancing,

Examples of exercise • Cardio: good for the heart – Running, walking, hiking, dancing, climbing stairs, jumping, soccer, tennis, basketball • Isolation: good for building muscle – Wall sits, planks, sit-ups, push-ups, squats • Recovery: good for endurance – Stretching, breathing

Statistics • Obesity is highest amongst 12 -19 year olds • Obesity is highest

Statistics • Obesity is highest amongst 12 -19 year olds • Obesity is highest among Hispanics and African Americans • Obesity is the #2 cause of preventable death in the U. S. (victoryforyouth. org) • Approximately 17% (12. 7 million children between the ages of 12 -19 years old) are obese (cdc. org - 2012 statistics) Together, we can change these statistics!!

So how much is enough? • Goal: 30 minutes / day • Goal: 10,

So how much is enough? • Goal: 30 minutes / day • Goal: 10, 000 steps per day! That’s about 5 miles – How to increase your steps: • • Walk the dog Use stairs instead of elevator Get up to change the channel Taking the long way to class

Let’s go outside!!

Let’s go outside!!