Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

The Health Benefits of Exercise

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

5, 6, 7

Overview

Minnie, a teenager living with diabetes, goes to a gym for the first time to work out in this video adapted from Living with MyType2. Minnie’s coach, Brandi, guides her through different exercises and stretches. She also discusses some strategies that Minnie can adopt to stay motivated to exercise and help control her diabetes.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 5

    HE19.5.1.5

    Identify signs, symptoms, and risk factors for cancer, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

    HE19.6.1.2

    List ways to reduce or prevent injuries and illness.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    HE19.7.1.5

    Research family medical history and how it impacts personal health now and in the future.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    HE19.7.2.4

    Explain how school and public health policies can influence health promotion and disease prevention.

    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    CUSTOM
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