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Lecture8part2.pptxNutrition & Fitness
Lecture 8 –Part 2
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Overview
Part 1 of 2
Understand the difference between appetite and hunger.
Be able to name three things that affect individual’s daily calorie needs.
Be able to name six essential nutrients.
Understand the purpose of Dietary Guideline and MyPlate Plan
Understand structure & function of food labels (Nutrition Fact Labels)
Part 2 of 2
Know how to differentiate physical activity and exercise.
Understand common obstacles to physical activity
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Introduction to PA & Fitness
Benefits of regular exercise
(includes many benefits of PA)
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Introduction to PA & Fitness
CDC recommendation: 30+ minutes of physical activity per day
Exercise ≠ physical activity
“planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve or maintain one or more components of physical fitness”
Purposeful routine physical activity, done with more specific intent.
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Introduction to PA & Fitness
Calories Burned by Different Activities
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Consider “FITT”
Frequency
Intensity (MET)
Time
Type
Common Obstacles to PA
People offer a variety of excuses to explain why they aren’t physically active
https://www.ted.com/talks/emily_balcetis_why_some_people_find_exercise_harder_than_others
Active lifestyle does not require gym membership or expensive equipment
Choose activities that are enjoyable & appropriate difficulty, and convenient
Merge physical activity into daily routine
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Extra Content
Fitness Injuries & Consumerism
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Fitness-Related Injuries
Two basic types of fitness-related injuries:
Traumatic injuries: occur suddenly and violently, typically by accident.
Overuse injuries: occur when doing too much intense exercise, too much exercise without variation, or not allowing for sufficient rest and recovery time.
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Fitness-Related Injuries: Prevention
DO warm-up & cool-down (before & after)
DO use appropriate equipment (footwear & protective equipment)
AVOID exercising in heat/cold
AVOID working out alone (try)
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Fitness Consumerism
Fitness goals can be achieved without spending too much money on gym/facility membership, without buying equipment, and without spending lots of money on the latest fitness fashions.
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Fitness Consumerism
Exercise Facilities
Consider…
Visit several facilities before making a decision?
Hours of operation?
Exercise classes offered? Convenient?
Consider the equipment? (What & how many?)
Consider the location? Convenient?
Consider the personnel?
Consider the financial implications?
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Fitness Consumerism
Fitness Gadgets/Equipment
Consider…
Claims to provide lasting "no-sweat" results in a short time?
Claims to target or burn just fat?
Reliable testimonials? Before-and-after pictures of satisfied customers?
Cost? Warranties? Fine print? Return policies?
Familiar with equipment (used before)?
Consumer report / online resource available?
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Fitness Gadgets/Equipment
Fitness Gadgets/Equipment
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Fitness Gadgets/Equipment
Fitness Gadgets/Equipment
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Take-Away Points
Water, protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, and minerals are essential nutrients that your body needs.
CDC recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day
Removing perceived obstacles to physical activity is important for fighting the obesity epidemic.
*** Midterm Exam covers up to this lecture ***
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Announcement
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Submit Assignment #3 ASAP
Due next Saturday (Fall Break)
Exam after Fall Break
Sign up for PSA groups on Canvas
Before fall break
Midterm Exam when you return from Fall Break
Review session next week
Testing accommodations: schedule with Rinella ASAP
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