📚 Topic Summary
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) means doing activities that make you breathe harder and your heart beat faster than when you're resting. It's not just about playing video games; it's about getting your body moving in ways that challenge it. For 5th graders, this could include things like playing tag, riding your bike, or even helping with some chores around the house! Aiming for MVPA helps keep you healthy and strong!
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term to its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Moderate Activity |
A. Physical activity that makes you breathe much harder than normal. |
| 2. Vigorous Activity |
B. The ability of your heart and lungs to supply oxygen to your muscles. |
| 3. Physical Activity |
C. Any movement that makes your body work harder than it does at rest. |
| 4. Cardiovascular Fitness |
D. Physical activity that makes you breathe somewhat harder than normal. |
| 5. Sedentary Behavior |
E. Activities that involve little to no physical activity, such as sitting or lying down. |
(Answers: 1-D, 2-A, 3-C, 4-B, 5-E)
💪 Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Use the following words to complete the sentences: heart, breathe, active, muscles, energy
- When you are __________, your body uses more __________.
- Vigorous activities make your __________ beat faster and you __________ harder.
- Physical activity helps strengthen your __________.
(Answers: 1. active, energy; 2. heart, breathe; 3. muscles)
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about your day yesterday. What activities did you do? Which ones would you classify as moderate-to-vigorous physical activity? How could you add more MVPA into your daily routine?