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Unit 2: Physical Activity and Nutrition

Chapter 4, Lesson 1
CDC: Physical Activity and Health, Adolescents and Young Adults
Is physical fitness a priority in your life? At this Web site, you will discover some startling statistics about youth and physical fitness as well as learn about the benefits of physical activity and how communities can encourage physical activity for youth. What can your community do to increase physical activity among youth? Use the information on the site to answer this question.

Chapter 4, Lesson 3
President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Are you physically fit? Do you take part in regular physical activity? At this Web site, learn the benefits of regular exercise, how to start a fitness program, and ways to train effectively. Using the information provided under “Fitness Fundamentals,” design your own fitness program. What are your short-term and long-term goals? In which activities will you participate? What types of equipment will you need?

Chapter 4, Lesson 4
Survival Skills—Top 10 Tips for a Safety Savvy Workout
Do you pay attention to safety when you exercise? At this Web site, you will discover ten tips for a safe workout. Read each tip to decide whether you follow the tip when you exercise. Which tips do you follow when exercising? Which tips do you ignore when exercising? How can you incorporate each tip into your exercise routine?

Chapter 5, Lesson 3
Food Guide Pyramid
What is the recommended number of daily servings from the vegetable group? Why are whole fruits more nutritious than fruit juices? Visit this Web site to learn about the five food groups and the Food Guide Pyramid. Create a healthful menu for one day's breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making sure to include the recommended number of servings from the five food groups.

Chapter 5, Lesson 4
Food Label Quiz
Do you think you understand food labels? Visit this Web site to test your knowledge of food labels. Discuss the results of your quiz. What questions did you answer correctly? Write a paragraph summarizing what you have learned from this site.

Chapter 6, Lesson 3
FDA/CFSAN Dietary Supplements
Are you concerned about the risks of dietary supplements? At this Web site, you will learn about warnings and safety information about dietary supplements as well as general information about dietary supplements. Explore this Web site, paying particular attention to the warning and safety information section and the question-and-answer section. Summarize one of the answers provided in the question-and-answer section as well as a new warning about dietary supplements.