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The Health Benefits of Exercise

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Title:

 The Health Benefits of Exercise

URL:

 https://thinktv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/midlit11.sci.life.stru.exercise/the-health-benefits-of-exercise/

Content Source:

 PBS
Type: Audio/Video

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.

Content Standard(s):
Health Education
HE (2019)
Grade: 5
5.1.5) Identify signs, symptoms, and risk factors for cancer, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
Health Education
HE (2019)
Grade: 6
6.1.2) List ways to reduce or prevent injuries and illness.

Examples: stretching techniques, regular exercise, equipment safety, flu shot, obtaining immunizations against HPV and other conditions
Health Education
HE (2019)
Grade: 7
7.1.5) Research family medical history and how it impacts personal health now and in the future.

a. Discuss hereditary diseases that impact personal health and wellness.
Health Education
HE (2019)
Grade: 7
7.2.4) Explain how school and public health policies can influence health promotion and disease prevention.

Examples: vending machine selections, vaccination requirements, wellness check-ups
Tags: diabetes, exercise, healthy living
License Type: Custom Permission Type
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AccessibilityVideo resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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Author: Michelle Frye