Chapter 6. Physical Activity

How many days of the week did you record physical activity?

HintLook at your grid above. Count how many days have more than zero minutes of activity.

Did you meet your weekly aerobic activity target for the week?

HintLook at your grid above. Was your actual weekly aerobic activity greater than your target?

What aerobic activities did you complete during the week?

How many actual minutes (not Moderate Intensity Equivalent or MIE) of activity did you complete?

HintAdd your minutes of activity for each day together to find your total.

Explain how performing vigorous activity contributes to your MIE total. How could performing more vigorous activity allow you to reach your goal in less time?

Did you meet your muscle strengthening activity target?

HintLook at your grid above. Was your actual muscle strengthening activity greater than your target?

Why is daily muscle strengthening activity not recommended?

Did you also include neuromotor and flexibility exercises in your activity for the week? Why is it important to include these types of exercises, in addition to aerobic and muscle strengthening exercises?

List two changes you can make to your daily schedule to allow you to meet your weekly goals for aerobic and muscle strengthening activity. If you met your goals, explain how you could continue to meet them during busy weeks.

Why is it important for physically active people to include adequate amounts of carbohydrate in their diets?

Most people, including athletes, consume enough protein from food. Why does consuming excess protein from dietary supplements or functional foods not necessarily help strengthen muscles?