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Healthful Living Education — Grade 8

Goal 9: The learner will show evidence of an acceptable level of health-related fitness and be familiar with factors that benefit performance (NASPE Standard 4).

Objective 9.01

Explain the importance and implications of the principles of cardiovascular and strength training.

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Objective 9.02

Complete a valid and reliable pre and post health-enhancing fitness assessment and show personal improvement toward achievement of fitness scores at an acceptable level, including monitoring of the heart.

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Objective 9.03

Monitor the physiological effects (e.g. respiratory rate, resting and recovery heart rates) of a variety of activities on the body.

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Objective 9.04

Explain the relationship between physical activity, nutrition, and adequate rest/sleep and weight management.

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