Description
This expert will discover the importance of exercising regularly and being a
fit kid. He or she will learn about activities kids can do by themselves,
with other kids, and in different types of weather. The Fitness & Exercise
Expert will also learn what it means to be overweight, how to get enough
sleep, and signs of dehydration.
Internet Links
Why Exercise is Cool
http://kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/fit/work_it_out.html
How to Play and Stay Fit
http://kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/fit/what_time.html
What to do if You Don't Like Sports
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/exercise/fit/no_sports.html
What is BMI and How to Calculate It
http://kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/fit/bmi.html
Staying Hydrated
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/exercise/safety/dehydration.html
Questions to Answer
1.) What are some reasons why exercise is good?
2.) Name some exercises and activities to build strong muscles.
3.) When you exercise what chemical does your brain release?
4.) What activities can kids do when they are alone? What about when
there are two, three, or many people?
5.) What activities can kids do when it is cold and hot outside?
6.) What is the most important thing to remember when exercising in the
heat?
7.) What does it mean to be overweight?
8.) How many kids ages 6-19 are overweight today?
9.) What does BMI stand for and what is it?
10.) Why do you need sleep?
11.) List at least 3 tips to help kids get all the sleep they need?
12.) What should you do if you have trouble falling asleep for more than
one or two nights in a row?
13.) According to researchers, too little sleep can affect what two things?
14.) What advice could you give someone who doesn�t like sports?
15.) What are some signs of dehydration?