Exercise and Fitness is a health and wellbeing lesson that helps senior phase students understand the importance of regular physical activity for both physical and mental health. The lesson explores how exercise contributes to a healthy lifestyle, reduces the risk of long‑term health conditions, and supports wellbeing. Through discussion and practical elements, learners are encouraged to reflect on their own activity levels and consider realistic ways to remain active now and in the future.
How To Use
- Use the accompanying presentation to introduce the benefits of exercise and the different types of physical activity.
- Facilitate group discussion or activities to help learners identify how exercise supports health, confidence, and overall wellbeing.
- Where appropriate, include practical demonstrations or simple activities to support learning and engagement.
- Encourage learners to link the content to everyday life, including school routines, leisure time, work, and independent living.
- Check understanding through questioning, discussion, and reflection at the end of the session.
Supporting Items:
'Resource 1' is the presentation for this lesson.