Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Lure and Lore of Weight Lifting

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Learners examine the importance of physical activity and positive reasons for weight training. They analyze and discuss a famous ad, read and summarize an article, and identify the benefits of resistance training.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Weight Training: Lifetime Fitness

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars research the relationship between physical activity and the prevention of illness, disease and premature death. Students understand that working out regularly will increase muscular strength, endurance and improve many...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Weight Training

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students practice gaining strength by weightlifting.  In this physical education lesson plan, students discuss ways to safely build muscle by examining the parts of their body they will be using in the weight-room.  Students...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exercise and Muscles

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders identify and label the primary and secondary muscles used to perform an exercise. Students perform an exercise on a weight machine to figure out which muscles are being used. Students illustrate the muscles used by...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Badminton Techniques

For Teachers 9th - 12th
This lesson includes visuals and animations designed to aid the instructor or coach to help students learn to use correct techniques in playing badminton. Visuals include drills, tutorials, and exhibitions suitable for all levels of play...
Lesson Plan
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Rules of Weight Lifting

For Students 9th - 10th
One of the best reasons to lift weights is to reduce your risk of injury in daily life by strengthening your muscles and bones. Follow these safety tips to learn the proper way to lift weights to avoid injury. Lessons, information,...
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Weight Training

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An introduction course to weight lifting focusing on proper technique and understanding the biomechanics involved in the exercises. Curriculum includes a calendar, lecture notes, suggested reading, and video demonstrations.
Website
Other

Frozen Ropes: Baseball and Softball Training

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains information on a baseball/softball training camp. Read up on the style of the training and how it has been successful in the past.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Strength Training

For Students 9th - 10th
Strength training isn't just for people wanting to develop larger muscles. This article discusses many of the benefits associated with weight training and how to determine your appropriate level of involvement. Links to related articles...
Handout
American Academy of Family Physicians

Family doctor.org: Weight Training Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides detailed information on weight-training and weight-lifting safety. The focus of the article is on safety tips, such as finding a teacher to train in the process, setting goals, and waiting until your body is ready...
Website
US Department of Agriculture

Choose My Plate: How Many Calories Does Physical Activity Use?

For Students 9th - 10th
This website has a chart showing how many calories a 154-pound, 5'10" male will burn while participating in various physical activities including hiking, walking, and swimming.