Tag: Year 9

1. What is your definition of fitness

I think that fitness means being healthy and able to do physical activities. It involves strength, endurance, and overall well being.

1. How does what we eat help with exercise and training?

What we eat is good for exercise and training because it provides the energy and nutrients our bodies need to perform well when we exercise.

1. How might vaping affect our Taha Tinana and the choices we make around kai kai?

Vaping can affect our physical wellbeing, It can affect your appetite or cravings for more unhealthy snacks making your body unhealthy.

1. Do you believe how we fuel our bodies affects our Mental Health? – If so, why? If not, why not?

Yes, because what we eat can affect our mood and energy levels. 

1. What is the biggest restriction to regularly eating a balanced meal?

The biggest restriction to regularly eating a balanced meal is often the time limit. Many people have busy schedules that make it difficult to prepare healthy meals.

1. Based off what you have learnt provide an example of what you could eat in each situation and the best time to eat the meal;

1. HITT or team sport activity 
2. First meal of the day before school 
3. Low intensity exercise like a walk or yoga 
4. Long distance run – 10km +

HITT or team sport activity – 

Meal: Banana and a protein shake.

 Time: 30-60 minutes before.

First Meal of the Day Before School

Meal: Overnight oats with yogurt and fruit.

Time: Within 30 minutes of waking up.

Low Intensity Exercise (walk or yoga)

Meal: yogurt with honey and fruit.

Time: 1-2 hours before.

Long Distance Run (10km +)

Meal: Whole grain pasta with lean protein or a bagel with peanut butter.

Time: 2-3 hours before.