How to stay active
I can explain how much physical activity is needed each week and what counts as physical activity.
How to stay active
I can explain how much physical activity is needed each week and what counts as physical activity.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The UK Government recommendation for weekly physical activity is 60 mimutes per day.
- There are some activites that count as moderate or vigorous activity.
Keywords
Physical activity - any movement that requires energy, such as walking or sports
Fitness - being in good shape by staying active, eating healthy, and taking care of your body so you can feel strong and energised
Heart rate - the number of heartbeats per minute, a measure of cardiovascular activity
Moderate activity - activity that raises the heart rate and includes actions like brisk walking or cycling
Vigorous activity - activity that causes a significant increase in heart rate
Common misconception
Only vigorous physical activity is beneficial.
Both moderate and vigorous activities are essential for health, offering different benefits.
To help you plan your year 8 rshe (pshe) lesson on: How to stay active, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 8 rshe (pshe) lesson on: How to stay active, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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any movement that requires energy, such as walking or sports
being in good shape by staying active and taking care of your body
the number of heartbeats per minute
activity that raises the heart rate
activity that causes a significant increase in heart rate