Quiz Day Kickoff Script

Teacher (with energy and enthusiasm):

“Good morning, everyone! Today we’re going to dive into the numbers that help us understand our health and performance. By the end of this quiz, you’ll know where you stand and how to build your own fitness goals.

First, think about this: Who here has ever used a step counter, a heart-rate monitor, or an app that tracks your workouts? (Pause and scan for raised hands.) Great! Those are all examples of fitness metrics—numbers that tell you how your body is doing.

Now, why do we care about metrics like Body Mass Index, resting heart rate, or how long you can run without stopping? (Wait 5–10 seconds for answers.) Exactly: they help us set realistic goals, stay motivated, and spot areas where we can improve or stay safe.

In just a moment, I’ll pass out the Fitness Foundations Quiz Fitness Foundations Quiz. This quiz has six real-world scenario questions. You’ll read each scenario, apply what you know about metrics, and choose the best answer.

Here’s what I want you to do:

1. Get quiet focus—work on your own.
2. Read each question carefully—look for clues about BMI, heart rate zones, or endurance tests.
3. Circle your answer clearly.

You’ll have 15 minutes. If you finish early, double-check your work. I’ll be walking around to answer any questions. Ready to see how fit you really are? Let’s get started!”

True or False: Fitness Facts Warm-Up

Instructions: Read each statement below. Mark T for True or F for False. Then turn to a partner to compare and discuss your answers.

1. A pound of muscle weighs more than a pound of fat. ______
2. You should wait at least 30 minutes after eating before exercising. ______
3. Drinking water during exercise increases your risk of cramps. ______
4. A higher resting heart rate always indicates better fitness. ______
5. Doing exercises that target a specific body part (e.g., crunches) will burn fat only in that area. ______
6. Endurance training benefits only your heart and lungs, not your muscles. ______

After partner discussion, be ready to share which statements surprised you or challenged your assumptions!

Teacher Notes & Answer Key

1. False – A pound of anything weighs the same, but muscle is denser so takes up less space than fat.
2. False – Light activity can aid digestion; waiting too long may stiffen muscles.
3. False – Staying hydrated actually helps prevent cramps.
4. False – A lower resting heart rate generally indicates stronger cardiovascular fitness.
5. False – You can’t “spot reduce” fat; overall calorie burn and full-body workouts matter most.
6. False – Endurance work also strengthens muscle fibers and improves muscular stamina.

Use this quick quiz to surface and correct common fitness myths, then transition into the deeper metrics lesson with students primed for real-world scenarios.

Quiz Answer Guide

Use this guide to review answers and reasoning for the Fitness Foundations Quiz.

Question 1

Sarah weighs 50 kg and is 1.6 m tall. Using the BMI formula, which category does she fall into?
Correct Answer: B) Healthy weight (BMI 18.5–24.9)

Explanation:

• Calculate BMI: 50 kg ÷ (1.6 m)² = 50 ÷ 2.56 ≈ 19.53
• A BMI of ~19.5 falls within the “healthy weight” range (18.5–24.9).

Question 2

Emily is 13 years old and measures her heart rate at 110 BPM during exercise. Her target heart rate zone is defined as 50–85% of her max HR (max HR = 220 – age). Is 110 BPM within her target zone?
Correct Answer: A) Yes, she’s within her target zone

Explanation:

• Estimated max HR = 220 – 13 = 207 BPM
• 50% of max = 0.50 × 207 ≈ 104 BPM
• 85% of max = 0.85 × 207 ≈ 176 BPM
• 110 BPM is between 104 and 176, so it’s inside her target zone.

Question 3

Alex completes a timed mile run to assess his fitness. Which metric is he directly measuring?
Correct Answer: A) Cardiovascular endurance

Explanation:

• A timed mile run is a common test of how long the heart and lungs can sustain activity—i.e., cardiovascular endurance.

Question 4

Mia records her weight and height monthly and uses the formula weight (kg) ÷ [height (m)]². Which fitness metric is she calculating?
Correct Answer: B) Body Mass Index (BMI)

Explanation:

• That formula (kg ÷ m²) defines BMI, a quick screening of body composition.

Question 5

Carlos uses his smartwatch to track the number of steps he takes each day. What type of fitness metric is “daily step count”?
Correct Answer: C) Physical activity metric

Explanation:

• Step count measures volume of movement (activity), not body composition or cardiovascular capacity.

Question 6

Leah’s resting heart rate was 70 BPM before training. After 8 weeks of cardio workouts, her RHR is 60 BPM. What does this change most likely indicate?
Correct Answer: A) Improved cardiovascular fitness

Explanation:

• A lower resting heart rate typically means the heart pumps more efficiently—a sign of stronger cardiovascular fitness.

Reflect & Set Goals

Now that we’ve reviewed the quiz answers, take a few minutes to reflect on your performance and set a clear, actionable fitness goal.

1. Which fitness metric did I understand best?
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2. Which fitness metric do I want to improve the most?
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3. Write one S.M.A.R.T. fitness goal based on your quiz and reflection.
   ( Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound )

“My goal is to ____________________________________________________ by ________________ (date) by doing _______________________________________ at least ______ times per week.”

1. List two action steps you will take this week to work toward your goal:

• Step 1: _________________________________________________________
  
  
  
  
• Step 2: _________________________________________________________
  
  
  
  
  
  

📣 Share with a partner: Exchange goals and action steps. Offer one tip or word of encouragement to help each other stay on track!