Physical exercise and the benefits of sports

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Physical exercise and the benefits of sports
6 min2nd3rdPhysical Education
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Summary

Explains how sports and exercise build fitness, teamwork, and health, and encourages an active lifestyle.

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Discussion questions

Talk about it

Playing sports makes your body fit and strong and teaches teamwork. Regular activity is good for both your health and your mood.

  1. What are two benefits of playing sports?
  2. How does exercise help your body over time?
  3. Besides fitness, what else can team sports teach you?

Quick work-a-long

Vocabulary: fitness, exercise, teamwork, healthy.

Try it: Pick a sport or active game you like. List one way it helps your body and one way it's fun.