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The Physical Activity Pyramid

The Physical Activity Pyramid. The Physical Activity Pyramid. Physical Activity is any type of body movements that releases energy. The Physical Activity Pyramid provides different types and amounts of healthy exercise. The Physical Activity Pyramid.

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The Physical Activity Pyramid

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  1. The Physical Activity Pyramid

  2. The Physical Activity Pyramid • Physical Activity is any type of body movements that releases energy. • The Physical Activity Pyramid provides different types and amounts of healthy exercise.

  3. The Physical Activity Pyramid • The Pyramid presents four levels of physical activity • Level 1: Lifestyle activities • Level 2: Active aerobics and Sports and recreational activities • Level 3: Flexibility exercises and Strength/muscular development exercises • Level 4: Rest and inactivity

  4. Level 1: Lifestyle Activities • Lifestyle activities include activities that people do daily • Walking to school • Climbing stairs • Raking leaves • Doing household chores.

  5. Level 2: Active Aerobics • Active Aerobics include activities such as: • Walking • Jogging • Biking • Swimming • Hiking

  6. Level 2: Sports and recreational activities • Sports and recreational activities include: • Football • Soccer • Basketball • Canoeing • Water skiing

  7. Level 3: Flexibility exercises • Flexibility exercises include activities that help increase coordination, improve balance, and reduce risk of injury. • Stretch • Kicking • Martial Arts

  8. Level 3: Strength/muscular development exercises • Muscular endurance exercises include: • Resistance Training (not recommended for youngest children)

  9. Level 4: Rest & Inactivity • This level includes sedentary activities such as: • Watching television • Playing computer games • Reading • Sleeping

  10. Why is involving in physical activities important to your health? • Help build your strength and muscles. • Reduce your body fat. • Decrease risks of diseases such as obesity and heart attacks. • Reduce stress. • Make you feel good about yourself. • Stay fit and have a good shape.

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