Basic 2 · Physical Education · Fitness
Why We Exercise Regularly
In this topic you will learn why people do physical activity three to four times a week for at least 30 minutes.
By the end of these notes you should be able to:
- State how often we should exercise
- Give reasons for regular exercise
- Plan your own activity week
What you already know
- Activities I enjoy (Basic 1)
Copy everything that has a blue line on its left into your notebook. The other parts are for reading.
- Strand
- Physical Fitness
- Sub-strand
- Fitness
- Indicator
- B2.4.1.4.1 – Explain why people participate in physical activities three to four times each week for at least 30 minutes
Introduction
Doctors say we should be active often. Being active for at least 30 minutes, three or four times a week, keeps us healthy. Being active every day is even better.
1. How Often?
At least 30 minutes, 3 to 4 times each week.
2. Why Exercise Regularly?
| Benefit | Meaning |
|---|---|
| strong heart | the heart pumps blood well |
| strong muscles and bones | we can carry and lift things |
| healthy weight | we do not get too fat |
| better sleep | we rest well at night |
| happy mood | we feel good |
New words
- regular
- Happening often.
- exercise
- Activity that makes the body work hard.
- benefit
- Something good you get.
- healthy
- Well and strong.
Summary
- Exercise at least 30 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week.
- Regular exercise makes the heart, muscles and bones strong.
- It helps us sleep well and feel happy.
Class activity: My Activity Week
- Look at the photographs of children exercising.
- Plan three active days for next week.
- Write what you will do and for how long.
You need: Printed photographs of Ghanaian children exercising, Skipping rope, Locally made ball
Exercises
Answer in your exercise book first, then check your answers.
1. How long should each activity session be?
- A. At least 30 minutes
- B. 1 minute
- C. 5 seconds
- D. No time
Show answer
Answer: At least 30 minutesThat is the recommended time.2. How many times a week?
- A. 3 to 4 times
- B. Once a year
- C. Never
- D. Once a month
Show answer
Answer: 3 to 4 timesRegular activity is best.3. Exercise makes the heart strong.
- A. True
- B. False
Show answer
Answer: TrueThe heart is a muscle.4. Exercise makes us sleep badly.
- A. True
- B. False
Show answer
Answer: FalseIt helps us sleep well.5. Happening often means ______.
Show answer
Answer: regularThat is regular.6. Give two benefits of regular exercise.
Show answer
Answer: Any two: strong heart, strong muscles, healthy weight, better sleep, happy mood.Exercise helps the body.
Homework
- Follow your activity plan this week and tick each day you complete.