MaPeh PPT 2

BODY MASS INDEX (BMI)

BMI CLASSIFICATION
Below 18.5
Underweight
18.5-24.9
Normal
25.0-29.9
Overweight
30.0 above
Obese

kg (weight in kilo)
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m² (height in meter)²

Fitness - the ability to perform daily tasks with ease, without becoming tired, undue fatigue, and
with extra energy to enjoy leisure-time activities such as hobbies and extra daily tasks.

Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of
disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.

● BRAIN HEALTH
● HEART HEALTH
● BONE HEALTH
● WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
● DIABETES
● BETTER SKIN

Is Physical Activity and Exercise the same? NO

Are all Physical Activities an Exercise?

NO
Are all Exercise a Physical Activity?
YES

Physical Activity
>is any form of exercise or movement of the body that uses energy.

Exercise
>a structured program of activity geared toward achieving or maintaining physical fitness.
PARTS OF AN EXERCISE:
● WARM-UP
Preparatory activity before the proper workout.
● WORKOUT
Structured and targeted exercise routine.
● COOL DOWN
Activity before ending the exercise routine.

(WARM UP)
Why is it important?
> Less chance of injury
> Better performance
>Increased flexibility
>Better range of motion
>Increased muscle stability
>Gradually increases body temperature and blood flow to the muscles
>Prepares muscles, including the heart, for exercise

5-10 MINUTES
25-30 MINUTES (ATHLETES)

WARM-UP FLOW:
Light stretching
Static Active
Static Passive
Dynamic

>Light jog/ bike

>General Warm-up
>Specific Warm-up

WORKOUT:
● AEROBIC
exercises are that strengthen both the heart and the lungs.
● MUSCLE STRENGTHENING
Being able to lift heavier amounts or having higher endurance for lifting.
● FLEXIBILITY
muscle group can be stretched or a joint can be moved without pain or injury.

(COOL DOWN)
Why is it important?
>Allows the body to safely transition from exercising back to a steady state of rest
>Gradually reduces heart rate, breathing,
and body temperature
>Helps prevent muscles soreness and reduces risk of injury

● Gentle exercise (5-10 mins): walk, jog, bike

● Static stretching (5-10 mins)
● Re-fuel both fluid and food.