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Key Guidelines for Children and Adolescents Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Key Guidelines for Children and Adolescents Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The Healing Moves Foundation is an online source of practical information on health and fitness for people of all ages. This particular section features guidelines describing the type and level of physical fitness that young people need in order to maintain healthy body function and weight levels. The guidelines discuss the benefits of exercise, and use a series of physical activity charts that analyze how much age and type of activity, such as sport or exercise, as well as level of intensity can vary between children and adults
Topic: Children--Physical fitness, Exercise therapy Language: English Lexile: 1170L
Aerobic Exercise: What You Need To Know Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Aerobic Exercise: What You Need To Know Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Aerobic exercise is muscular activity that requires extra oxygen. Continuous rhythmic movements of the arms and legs as found in jogging, swimming, cycling, skiing, skating, and dance are examples of aerobic exercise. Thirty minutes a day of moderate intensity aerobic exercise will give you health and fitness benefits. Balance your fitness program with stretching and flexibility work or exercise to increase muscle strength as well as healthy eating and enough rest. Avoid injury by not exercising too long, too hard, or too often.
Topic: Aerobics Language: English Lexile: 1310L
Weight-Training and Weight-Lifting Safety Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Weight-Training and Weight-Lifting Safety Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
If you are interested in weight lifting, for competition or for training, learn how to lift weights safely. Good technique and doing the lifts properly will help you avoid injuries, so find a coach or athletic trainer. Set goals for repetitions and adding weight. Warm up, cool down, and stretch before and after each session. Use spotters and keep your back straight. Don't cheat on your technique or lift if you feel pain. It's usually best to wait until age 15 to try major lifts.
Topic: Weight lifting Language: English Lexile: 990L
Pump-It-Up Playground Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Pump-It-Up Playground Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Exercise can make you strong and fit. Charlie Cougar can run as fast as a car because his heart is really healthy. Your heart beats faster when you are riding a bike or jumping rope. Jumping jacks can exercise your heart. See how many you can do in ten seconds. Kirby Kangaroo can jump seven feet in the air. Jump up and down to make your legs strong. Exercise your arms by moving them in a big circle.
Topic: Exercise
Language: English
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Swimming Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Swimming Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
A swimmer is someone who moves through the water in a pool, or lake, using one of several kinds of swimming styles. It can be just a recreational sport, or a highly competitive sport. When competing swimmers will use a single stroke, swimming over a designated distance. Swimming strokes in competition are the backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and freestyle. Swimmers can compete singly, or as part of a team. Click on the links in the picture to read about what’s needed for swimming.
Topic: Swimming
Language: English
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Why Fitness Matters Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Why Fitness Matters Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
From the Girl's Health collection of resources for healthy living, this page section explains the physical and social benefits of regular exercise. In addition to a basic definition of the term physical fitness, color photographs demonstrate some of the key activities that promote a strong body and good mental health. The case for the development of an active daily lifestyle is supported by the section that explains how the problems related to sedentary or inactive lifestyles in children cause greater health risks in adulthood, including diseases of the heart and circulatory system.
Topic: Exercise--Physiological aspects
Language: English
Lexile: 820L
The Walking Site Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
The Walking Site Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
The Walking Site web site is filled with great information about walking of all types. Power walking and race walking are covered, along with basics for treadmills and marathons. Stretching and injuries are discussed as well as proper walking techniques, walking shoes, and other accessories. Guides for motivation and nutrition help keep walkers on their toes.
Topic: Walking
Language: English
Lexile: 860L
Crawford Does His Exercises Grade Level: PreK-2
Crawford Does His Exercises Grade Level: PreK-2
After a healthy breakfast, Crawford washes his dishes and keeps his body healthy with exercise. Twist and turn. Bend and jump. Reach and touch your toes. Stretch up toward the sky. Crawford likes to pretend to ride his bike on the ceiling by peddling upside down in the living room. Jumping jacks are another one of Crawford's favorite exercises. Crawford shows you how he does his exercises as he sings songs about his favorite exercises.
Topic: Exercise, Stretching exercises
Language: English
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Get Moving: Easy Tips to Get Active Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Get Moving: Easy Tips to Get Active Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Visit the Get Moving page of the American Heart Association (AHA) web site to get excited about the benefits of cardiovascular activity. From this page follow links to current statistics on obesity and heart disease, and learn the risks of a sedentary life style. On the flip side, learn the benefits of living an active lifestyle, as well as helpful tips for beginning a successful exercise routine. Finally see the AHA’s guidelines for leading a heart-healthy lifestyle, with links to their Nutrition Center.
Topic: Cardiovascular fitness, Exercise--Physiological aspects
Language: English
Lexile: 1110L
URL: http://www.heart.org
Bicycling Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Bicycling Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The official web site of Bicycling magazine provides visitors with tons of biking information. Get a daily tip to increase your knowledge. The training center will help you become a better cyclist. Read about the latest cool gear. Learn more about races such as the Tour de France. Drop menus allow you to quickly search for bikes, components, cycling events, and forums. Sign up for a free monthly newsletter to receive gear updates, new ride destinations, and helpful skills.
Topic: Bicycles (Bikes), Bicycle racing, Bicycles--Safety measures
Language: English
Lexile: 1780L
URL: http://bicycling.com
Exercise (Easy Read) Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Exercise (Easy Read) Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Do you like to run or swim? Maybe you would rather ride a bike or play soccer. Some kids like to dance, skateboard, play baseball, or jump rope. No matter what you like to do to stay active, exercise helps you feel fit and healthy. It helps you feel strong and have more energy. It keeps you from being bored and lazy. Exercise helps you feel good and sleep better. It is a good way to make new friends and get rid of anger.
Topic: Exercise
Language: English
Lexile: 1080L
URL: http://www.cyh.com
Making Time for Exercise is Easy Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Making Time for Exercise is Easy Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
For those who think they would like to get more exercise but think they just don't have time for it, this article is for you! The article describes three types of exercise: aerobic activity, muscular strength and flexibility. Aerobic activity is the type most important for cardiovascular fitness, and this article has several suggestions (walking, biking, playing basketball, climbing stairs, etc.) for activities that can get you moving for at least thirty minutes in order to improve your cardiovascular fitness. And, as an added bonus, aerobic exercise can help you lose weight as well.
Topic: Cardiovascular fitness
Language: English
Lexile: 910L
11 Facts About Fitness Grade Level: 9-12
11 Facts About Fitness Grade Level: 9-12
Do you know how many muscles are in your body? Which one is the strongest? Gaining muscle helps you to burn more calories, but half of the young people surveyed lacked high-intensity exercise on a daily basis. Don't hold your breath while exercising, unless you're underwater. Find out why exercise is energizing and relaxing. Exercise is also a good distraction and beneficial for stress relief. Discover how many miles you might walk in your lifetime.
Topic: Physical fitness
Language: English
Lexile: 820L
The Hiking Website Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The Hiking Website Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Are you a beginner hiker? Or are you an experienced long-distance backpacker? Either way, you're bound to find something of interest on the Hiking Website. In the Hiking section, visitors will find articles on how to get started, lightening up their packs, and how to cope with hiking challenges. Hiker's Gear contains information on what's important to take along, how to select the gear you need, and checklists for weight-conscious hikers. For a more complete list of information available on the Hiking Website, take a look at the Table of Contents, or pick a item of interest and look around.
Topic: Backpacking, Hiking
Language: English
Lexile: 1000L
Kids Running.com Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Kids Running.com Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
If you are a kid interested in running, this site has just about all the information you need. The advice section has articles about running and fitness. Coaches give answers to questions about running and track distances are defined. Learn how to stretch properly and find out about the benefits of cross training. Look for running events at the calendar section of the site. The news section has news flashes and press releases about running.
Topic: Running
Language: English
Lexile: 1070L
URL: http://www.kidsrunning.com
Warm Up, Cool Down and Be Flexible Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Warm Up, Cool Down and Be Flexible Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Muscle flexibility is very valuable to your body. The more flexible you are, the less likely you are to be injured during exercise. One way to get more flexible is exercise. But, it is important that you learn the proper way to begin an exercise program. Stretching your muscles before you exercise is a way to get them warmed up. A short cool down gives your muscles time to mend. Read this article by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons to learn about the different stretching exercises that can help you to be more flexible.
Topic: Stretching exercises
Language: English
Why Yoga and Kids Go Together Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Why Yoga and Kids Go Together Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
For thousands of years, people in India have practiced yoga. Yoga has spread around the world and to all groups because of its ability to bring the mind and body together. Practicing yoga encourages health, happiness, well-being, strength, flexibility, and confidence. A series of exercises and poses helps kids become more aware of their bodies, breathe better, and use their life energy to focus and relax. Yoga quiets the mind, improves balance, and promotes a good night's sleep.
Topic: Yoga
Language: English
Lexile: 940L
URL: http://www.pbs.org
How Exercise Works Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
How Exercise Works Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Are you interested in learning how exercise works at the cellular level? If so, then access this great web site to learn more about the body's response to exercise. There are several parts to this informative article, including: an introduction to how exercise works, your body's response to exercise, ATP is energy, getting oxygen to the cells, heating up, training your body, getting the most from muscles, finding the right diet, and much more. There are many links that provide the opportunity to learn more about a specific idea or topic found within the text.
Topic: Exercise, Exercise--Physiological aspects
Language: English
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Exercise- It's Good for You! Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Exercise- It's Good for You! Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Are you interested in learning more about exercise? Do you know the difference between the two main types of exercise, aerobic and anaerobic? Visit this informative web site to learn all about exercise. Did you know that kids who exercise are more likely to do better in school and not feel as tired as kids who do not exercise on a regular basis? Learn which type of exercise is most likely to result in the build up of strength and muscle mass.
Topic: Children--Physical fitness, Exercise--Physiological aspects
Language: English
Lexile: 1230L
Why Exercise is Wise Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Why Exercise is Wise Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
You have heard that exercise is good for you, but why exactly is that? Doctors and researchers have made many findings regarding exercise and the rewards and benefits are thoroughly discussed. Mentioned in the article are you muscle groups, your heart, sports, and types of exercise. The affect of exercise on your mental health is as important as the affect on your body. The downsides to exercising too much are explained including the affects on the body and eating disorders.
Topic: Exercise
Language: English, Spanish
Lexile: 1000L
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