Community Activities and Your Health
aligned to S3.h4.l1: Evaluates, According To Their Benefits, Social Support Network, And Participation Requirements, Activities That Can Be Pursued In The Local Environment.
Learning Objective
I can assess physical activities in my community based on how they improve my health, connect me with others, and fit my needs.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
Mental health benefits of physical activity
ABC 10 News
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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A study by UCSD found that daily physical activity, including everyday movement, can boost brain function in people ages 50 to 74.
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On days when participants had greater physical activity, they showed more effective performance on tasks of executive function, and the opposite was true on days with less activity.
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Increasing movement throughout the day, even through activities like seated yoga or walking to the mailbox, may have a positive impact on same-day brain health.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe a physical activity available in your community. Explain how participating in this activity could improve your health, connect you with others, and fit your personal needs, based on what you learned from the video.”
Teacher Guide
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