This document discusses the overall benefits of physical activity. It defines exercise and introduces the social, mental, and long term benefits. Regular physical activity can help control weight, combat health conditions, improve mood, and boost energy. Some examples of benefits include preventing weight gain, managing diseases like diabetes, leaving one feeling happier, and improving muscle strength.

1. OVERALL BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL
ACTIVITY : TERM 3,GRADE 10, WEEK 6-10

2. Learning objectives
 By the end of the lesson student should know:
 Definition of exercise
 social and mental benefits of physical activity
 Long term benefits of physical activity
 Examples of physical activity

3. TO BEGIN THE LESSON
 Physical activity is any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness
and overall health and wellness. It is performed for various reasons, including
strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system, weight loss or maintenance,
and enjoyment.

4. INRODUCTION
 ASK LEARNERS TO STAND AND JUMP UP AND DOWN FOR 3 MINUTES

5. No. 1: Exercise controls weight
 Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. When
you engage in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity,
the more calories you burn. If you can't do an actual workout, get more active
throughout the day in simple ways — by taking the stairs instead of the elevator
or do household chores.

6. No. 2: Exercise combats health conditions
and diseases
 Regular physical activity can help you prevent or manage a wide range of
health problems and concerns, including stroke, metabolic syndrome,
type 2 diabetes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis and falls.

7. No. 3: Exercise improves mood
 A workout at the gym or a 30-minute walk can help. Physical activity stimulates
various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed. You
may also feel better about your appearance and yourself when you exercise
regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem

8. No. 4: Exercise boosts energy
 Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost your
endurance. Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to your
tissues and help your cardiovascular system

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