Physical Fitness Statistics

According to the Physical Fitness Statistics, what percentage of American adults meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans for general physical activity?

• 35%

• 47%

• 50%

• 33%

A school wellness team wants to design a daily routine for students aged 6–17 that aligns with U.S. recommendations. Which plan best matches the guidance mentioned in the Physical Fitness Statistics section?

• Two hours of physical activity every weekend only

• At least one hour of physical activity every day

• Thirty minutes of activity three days per week

• Activity only on school days, not weekends

DoK 1 — Which health risk is lowered by regular physical activity?

• Common colds only

• Cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes

• Dehydration

• Broken bones

DoK 2 — Which option best combines two listed body systems/functions that strengthen or improve with regular physical activity?

• Digestive system and vision

• Lungs and bones; immune system helps ward off illness

• Skin and hair; nail growth

• Inner ear balance and taste buds

DoK 3 — A student wants to boost focus during class and sleep better at night. Based on the listed benefits, which plan most directly aligns with these goals?

• Increase screen time before bed and skip workouts

• Add regular physical activity to improve mental health and sleep quality

• Drink more caffeinated soda in the evening

• Avoid daylight exposure and rest all day

Which action best demonstrates integrating physical activity into daily life, as suggested?

• Walking home from school instead of taking a ride

• Only exercising on holidays

• Skipping PE to rest more

• Watching fitness videos without moving

A student wants to make fitness improvements more likely to last. Based on the advice, which plan is most effective?

• Pick activities you enjoy and exercise with a friend while following a weekly routine

• Do the hardest workouts you can find once a month

• Avoid school PE programs to focus on solo training

• Change activities every day with no routine or partner

A 150 lb person completes 30 minutes of vigorous running at a 10-minute mile pace. Approximately how many calories would they burn?

• 227

• 300

• 341

• 375

• 455

Two friends each weigh 135 lb. One does 30 minutes of brisk walking (>3 mph), and the other does 30 minutes of vigorous soccer. Who burns more calories, and by about how much?

• Brisk walking burns more by ~54 calories

• Soccer burns more by ~92 calories

• They burn about the same

• Soccer burns more by ~245 calories

Which activity is listed as moderate-intensity?

• Jogging or running

• Walking briskly

• Aerobics

• Basketball