The Science of Personal Fitness · Fitness & Exercise

Heart Health and Intensity

Monitoring heart rate and understanding the benefits of aerobic exercise.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does your heart rate tell a story about your physical exertion?
  2. 2What are the long term benefits of maintaining a target heart rate zone?
  3. 3How can you use technology to monitor your cardiovascular health?

Common Core State Standards

SHAPE: Standard 3 - Physical ActivitySHAPE: Standard 5 - Value of Physical Activity
Grade: 6th Grade
Subject: PE & Health
Unit: The Science of Personal Fitness
Period: Fitness & Exercise

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