Introduction

  • You know you need to exercise. But do you know how much and how often?
  • You know you need to eat better. But do you know what to eat and what makes a complete, balanced meal?
  • You know you have a few bad habits to break. But do you know what they are and how to deal with them?

Variety and moderation are keys to success in almost every area of your health and wellness. Now that you are growing older, you should be ready to take on more responsibility for your own wellness. Learn what to do and learn to make informed, healthy choices in all aspects of life.

Now is the time to start defining who you are and how you are going to live your best life. You may not get it right all the time but start now!

Lesson Objectives

Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...

  • Describe the benefits of physical activity, including the impact of regular exercise on chronic disease.
  • Define the types of measurements used to determine energy needs and body weight.
  • Use a BMI calculator and Height-Weight tables.
  • Describe a positive personal approach to weight management and a proactive approach to weight management.

Essential Questions

  • What does a healthy diet do to improve quality of life?
  • What can I do with diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices to improve the quality of life?

Enduring Understandings

  • Diet, exercise and lifestyle choices have a direct impact on quality of life.
  • Healthy eating contributes to quality of life.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Dietetics standards: XX.