HEALTH AND

PHYSICAL

EDUCATION.

WHAT IS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY?Physical activity simply means movement

of the body that uses energy. You can choose moderate or vigorous intensity activities, or a mix of both each week.

Physical activity is any body movement that works your muscles and requires more energy than resting. Walking, running, dancing, swimming, yoga, and gardening are a few examples of physical activity.

WHY IS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IMPORTANT?

Physical activity and nutrition work together for better health. Being active increases the amount of calories burned. As people age their metabolism slows, so maintaining energy balance requires moving more and eating less.

WHAT IS HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION ABOUT?In health and physical education, the focus is on the well-being of the students themselves, of other people, and of society through learning in health-related and movement contexts.

STRENGTH AFTER DOING PHYSICAL EDUCATION

BEING PHYSICALLY ACTIVE CAN HELP YOU:

Increase your chances of living longer

Feel better about yourself

Decrease your chances of becoming depressed

Sleep well at night

Move around more easily

Have stronger muscles and bones

Stay at or get to a healthy weight

Be with friends or meet new people

Enjoy yourself and have fun