Why is exercise so important?

In this lesson, we will learn what exercise is and why it is so important. We will explore different ways to exercise and choose our favourite!

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which part of the body helps us to breathe air in and out?

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Q2.Which part of the body protects the organs?

2/3

Q3.What is the function of the muscles?

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which part of the body helps us to breathe air in and out?

1/3

Q2.Which part of the body protects the organs?

2/3

Q3.What is the function of the muscles?

3/3

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Why is exercise so important? Quiz

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Q1.When you exercise your heart rate ______.

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Q2.Which of these is NOT a reason to exercise?

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Q3.Which of the following is NOT a form of exercise?

3/4

Q4.If you want to stay healthy, what do you need to do?

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Why is exercise so important? Quiz

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.When you exercise your heart rate ______.

1/4

Q2.Which of these is NOT a reason to exercise?

2/4

Q3.Which of the following is NOT a form of exercise?

3/4

Q4.If you want to stay healthy, what do you need to do?

4/4

Lesson summary: Why is exercise so important?

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Time to move!

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