LCS (fitness)
Learning Objectives
Learn why moving your body and playing games makes you strong and healthy!
What is Physical Fitness?
Physical fitness is when your body is strong and can do many things like run, jump, and play all day long without getting too tired!
Quick Facts About Playing
Playing helps your body stay super healthy and stops you from getting sick.
When you play a lot, your body gets stronger even if your size doesn't change much.
Athletes, who play many sports, have hearts that are extra strong for their kinds of games.
Strong Muscles & Stretchy Bodies
When you play and move, your muscles get bigger and stronger! They also get stretchy so you can bend and reach.
How Much Should Kids Play?
The grown-ups at CDC say kids from 6 to 17 years old should play and move for 1 whole hour every day!
Playing helps kids get:
Super strong bones and muscles.
A healthy body.
Happy feelings and less sadness.
Playing can be fun games, dancing, or even special exercises that make your muscles strong.
Playing Too Much?
Sometimes, playing too much can make you feel very tired or even hurt. It's important to listen to your body.
Signs of Playing Too Much
If you get grumpy about playing, worry about missing playtime, or your body changes too fast, it might mean you're playing a little too much.
When Kids Are a Little Bigger
Don't make playing feel like a punishment for eating too many treats. Playing should always be fun!
How Parents Can Help Bigger Kids
It's best to play games AND eat yummy, healthy food. Eating healthy food helps your body the most with growing just right.
Playing helps your body feel good and gives you lots of energy for fun and staying healthy, not just for changing your size.
How Parents Can Help
Mom and Dad should eat healthy food with you, show you how to play and move, and tell you how great you are for trying hard and being healthy, not just for how you look.
Be Patient & Happy Inside
It takes time for your body to grow just right. The most important thing is that you feel happy and healthy inside your body.
Focus on Being Healthy, Not Just How You Look
Think about being strong and healthy inside, not just what you see in the mirror. This helps you feel good about yourself.
Make Playing Fun!
Go on adventures like hikes, or play at the park with your family! When playing is fun, you'll love moving your body for your whole life.
Activity Bubble
Draw a big bubble and write "PLAYING" or "FITNESS" inside! Then, draw or write other words that make you think of playing or being strong, like "RUN", "JUMP", or "HAPPY"!