Every muscle movement requires energy, but where does that energy come from? Scholars answer this question and more as they complete a worksheet. By following the directions, completing research, and discussing it as a class, they begin to understand the complex process bodies use to get energy to muscles.

Concepts

muscles, energy, aerobic respiration, anaerobic respiration, adenosine triphosphate, human body systems

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research the different caloric and protein requirements for Olympic athletes by sport
• Invite a sports nutritionist to speak to the class

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of ATP and cellular respiration

Pros

• Links to an extension activity as well as related learning activities
• Includes teacher tips for implementing the lesson

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4