Chapter 4 Lesson 2

Physical Activity and Total Health

It is not wise to start a sport or activity without careful preparation

Consult a physician, physical education teacher, or coach

Set appropriate goals

Getting Started

Training Program – this is a program of formalized physical preparation for participation in a sport.◦ Food provides energy necessary for top performance.◦ Hydration – is the addition of body fluids (water)

Body looses water by sweating and intense breathing, which can lead to dehydration.

1st sign of dehydration is fatigue Your body can not work effectively Thirst is not a good indicator Thirst indicates you are already dehydrated Drink several cups of water 2 hours before a work out

and again 15 minutes before a workout

Sports and Nutrition

This is another part of making healthful decisions and maintaining and athletic training program

Avoid:◦ Tobacco ◦ Alcohol ◦ Anabolic steroids

Avoiding Harmful substances

Anabolic steroids- chemicals similar to the male hormone testosterone

Sometimes taken illegally Increases muscle mass Increases performance

Avoiding Harmful Sub. Cont.

Negative consequences Increased risk of cancer and heart disease Sterility or inability to have children Skin problems acne and hair loss Unusual weight gain or loss Sexual underdevelopment and dysfunction Violent, suicidal, or depressive tendencies Illegal distribution is a felony Athletes who test positive risk their careers

Anabolic steroids

Sleep helps the body re-energize.◦ Too little sleep disrupts the nervous system causing◦ Slowed reaction time◦ Lack of concentration ◦ Depression

Teens need between 8-10 hours of sleep each night

Trouble with sleeping◦ Look for a cause◦ Try rearranging your schedule to allow time to unwind

before bed◦ Do not exercise before bed time◦ Try reading or taking a bath before bed

Adequate Rest

Effort and Ability◦ We all have different physical abilities◦ Heredity plays a part with speed and endurance◦ Be realistic about your natural ability◦ This does not mean you can’t follow your dreams

if you give it your all

Sports and the MindThoughts affect performance

Mind-Body Connection◦Be positive when you think you can do it you’re more successful

Sports and the Mind Cont.

Sports and Competition◦ Completion can be a positive force◦ Wanting to excel helps motivate some to develop fitness

and perform at their best ◦ Builds character ◦ Generates team spirit and pride◦ Builds close friendships with team members

Excessive need to win or be first can have negative outcomes◦ You will not die if you loose, remember it is a game

Demonstrating good sportsmanship will help you avoid conflict.

 

Sports and the Mind Cont.