Lesson 3: Introduction to the Cardio Room
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will understand how to safely use the machines in the cardio-room,
Students will be able to calculate their THR in order to monitor the progress and effort while exercising.
How does training my heart and lungs today expand my freedom to enjoy life outside of school?
In what ways does cardiovascular exercise act as a tool for mental health and stress management, rather than just physical fitness?
Why is pacing yourself a critical life skill both inside the cardio room and in your daily routines?
Aerobic
Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular Endurance
Maximum Heart Rate
Resting Heart Rate
Target Heart Rate
Max VO2
Recovery Rate
1.12.5 Demonstrates appropriate technique in cardiovascular training.
2.12.7 Applies the principles of exercise in a variety of self-selected lifetime physical activities.
3.12.1 Demonstrates awareness of other people’s emotions and perspectives in a physical activity setting.
Use of math when calculating target heart rate
DOK 3 create, analyze
Students will need to know how to calculate their target heart rate as their fitness level changes throughout life.
The Treadmill is the Only "Real" Cardio Machine
"Cardio Kills Your Gains"
Cardio is Only for Weight Loss
Worksheets
Small group/partner work
Scaffolding
Students will calculate their Maximum heart rate, and target heart rate based on their personal goal.
Students will keep a fitness log recording their training heart rate and perceived rate of exertion.
Cardio machines
Pencils
Stop watch
Worksheets
Google Slides