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Key Stage 1
Meaning
Exercise is any movement that needs a lot of effort.
About Exercise
- We must exercise to stay healthy.
- Exercise can make us feel tired and sweat but it is very good for us.
- Without regular exercise doing simple things like walking and climbing the stairs can make you feel tired.
- With lots of exercise you become stronger, healthier and feel less tired doing things.
Examples
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| Swimming is great exercise for all of your muscles. | Taking long walks in the countryside is good exercise. |
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| You can exercise by running. | Playing football is a great way to exercise. |
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| Many people go cycling for exercise. | You can exercise by playing tennis. |
Key Stage 2
Meaning
Exercise is any movement that needs a lot of effort to keep us fit and healthy.
About Exercise
- Regular exercise is important to keep us healthy.
- Exercising makes our muscles stronger.
- Exercising makes your heart beat faster which makes the heart muscles stronger.
- The more exercise you do, the easier exercise becomes.
Exercise and Health
- Not enough exercise can make us unhealthy. It causes us to become weak and it increases the risk of heart attack.
- Exercise helps prevent us from getting overweight but research suggests that it doesn't make us lose weight. Only a better diet can cause you to lose weight.