Lesson 2: Components of Health-Related Fitness

How can strength and endurance help a person in their daily life?

Body Composition, Flexibility, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Cardiovascular Endurance

Standard 4 (Recognizes the value of physical activity for health and enjoyment).

(DOK 1) Identify the five health-related components of fitness.

(DOK 2) Explain the relationship between muscular endurance and performing daily chores, such as carrying groceries or yard work.

Personal fitness is the foundation for a long, healthy, and independent life. In the real world, the principles of strength and endurance allow individuals to perform daily tasks—like climbing stairs, lifting heavy objects, or playing with family—without exhaustion or injury. Furthermore, learning how to set SMART goals and monitor heart health fosters self-discipline and mental resilience, skills that are essential for success in any career or personal endeavor.

Personal Fitness just means running

Allow students to set their own intensity and challenge level.
Provide alternative levels of intensity

Students will be able to identify which component of health they are working on while performing a variety of tests.

Yoga mats

Stopwatches

sit and reach boxes

pull up bar