Fourth graders explore the five parts of physical fitness, from a strong heart to flexible muscles, and learn that being fit means more than just being fast or strong.
Students will be able to…
A sprinter, a gymnast, and a swimmer are all fit in different ways. What are the five parts of fitness, and why does each one matter?
Project this and open each card to explore the five parts of physical fitness.
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A sprinter, a gymnast, and a long-distance swimmer are all fit, but in different ways. Is there just one kind of fitness?
Students explore the parts of fitness.
Students connect activities to parts.
Students plan a balanced week.
Students reflect on fitness.
Aligned to the SHAPE America National Standards for Health Education and Physical Education.
Identify the components of health-related fitness.
Match activities to the fitness components they build.
Value a balanced approach to physical fitness.
Explain how fitness supports overall health.
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Have students list the five parts of fitness, pick one activity that builds each, and arrange them into a balanced weekly plan. A printable components-of-fitness worksheet is in the PE & Health library.
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