Physical activity and health. The student
knows the benefits from being involved in daily physical activity and factors
that affect physical performance. The student is expected to:
(1) describe the effects of exercise on
heart rate through the use of manual pulse checking or heart rate monitors;
(A) participate in moderate to vigorous
physical activities on a daily basis;
(B) identify methods for measuring cardiovascular
endurance, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility;
(C) identify major muscle groups and the
movements they cause;
(D) describe the relationship between
food intake and physical activity such as calories consumed and calories
expended;
(E) explain the link between physical
activity/inactivity and health such as reduce stress and burn calories;
(F) explain the relationship between physical
activity and stress relief and demonstrate stress relief activities such
as brisk walking, gentle stretching, and muscle tension and release;
(G) describe the need for rest and sleep
in recovering from exercise; and
(H) identify sources of information on
skill improvement, fitness, and health such as books and technology.