The Science of Fitness · Fitness & Exercise

Setting Personal Fitness Goals

Learning how to track physical activity and set realistic individual goals for improvement.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does tracking your progress help you stay motivated to exercise?
  2. 2What is a realistic goal you can set for improving your fitness this month?
  3. 3How do personal choices impact your overall physical health?

Common Core State Standards

SHAPE: Standard 3 - Physical ActivitySHAPE: Standard 5 - Value of Physical Activity
Grade: 3rd Grade
Subject: PE & Health
Unit: The Science of Fitness
Period: Fitness & Exercise

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