Unit 1: Safe Practices When Being Physically Active

Open Ended

Look at the image below. Do you think the mountain biker has taken all possible safety precautions to avoid and minimize injuries while engaging in mountain biking?

What safety precautions do you think they have taken? What additional safety precautions could they have taken?

You may start your response with:

The mountain biker could have . . .

The mountain biker could have also . . .

Multiple Choice

Which of the following physical activities involves a high degree of risk?

Multiple Select

Which of the following guidelines would you suggest to an unfit person who is just starting physical activity?

• Ensure that the percentage of increase in physical activity is relatively low per week.

• First increase intensity, then increase duration and frequency.

• Decide on the intensity of your workout based on your level of personal fitness.

• Start with low-intensity activities or a mix of low- to moderate-intensity activities.

Multiple Choice

What do you think are the safety concerns for these riders?

• They are not wearing helmets, and the rider's dress is long and loose.

• They are not wearing helmets or reflectors on their clothes.

• They are not wearing helmets, and the dress is not brightly colored enough.

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  They are not wearing helmets, and the rider's dress does not fit her.

Multiple Select

Which of the following guidelines apply when working out in hot summer days?

• exercise in cool mornings rather than midday heat

• switch to indoor activities

• drink enough fluids to keep yourself hydrated

• wear enough clothes to cover yourself from the heat

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to consult a healthcare professional before beginning any physical activity?

• A healthcare professional can speak from personal experience to help you create a workout plan.

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  A healthcare professional will be aware of your physical health and can give personalized advice based on your health.

• A healthcare professional is aware of all the different types of training and can best advise you on exercise.

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  A healthcare professional has been specially trained to design personalized workout plans.

Match

Match the risk of injury levels to the physical activities.

• Walking

• Dancing

• Volleyball

• Soccer

Low Risk of Injury

Low to Moderate Risk of Injury

Moderate Risk of Injury

High Risk of Injury

• Low Risk of Injury

• Low to Moderate Risk of Injury

• Moderate Risk of Injury

• High Risk of Injury

Open Ended

Your friend is planning to take up swimming as a workout exercise. Suggest at least three pieces of advice that you would give to your friend to ensure their safety.

You can start your response with:

If you want to take up swimming as a workout exercise, you should . . .