Lesson Plan

Cardio Basics & Sprint Activity

Students will demonstrate understanding of cardiovascular fitness by completing a quick quiz on heart health basics and applying their knowledge in a timed 20-meter sprint challenge to experience the connection between heart function and physical activity.

This lesson reinforces key concepts about heart anatomy, heart rate, and benefits of cardio exercise through an interactive quiz and hands-on sprint. It engages 7th graders in active learning, promotes health awareness, and builds foundational fitness skills.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Quiz Administration

5 minutes

Step 3

Quiz Review & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 4

Sprint Challenge

4 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Closure

1 minute

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Heart Health Essentials

Heart Anatomy

Blood Flow Pathway

Heart Rate Basics

Benefits of Cardiovascular Exercise

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Warm Up

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Quiz

Ready, Set, Sprint! Quiz

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Answer Key

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Ready, Set, Sprint!

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