Physical Activity Personal Care

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Students exercising and practicing hygiene

🎯 WALT (We Are Learning To)

We are learning to understand and apply personal care routines for safe and effective physical activity participation.

Success Criteria:

• Identify key personal care practices before, during and after exercise

• Explain the benefits of proper hygiene in physical activity

• Develop a personalised physical activity care routine

📚 Part 1: Key Concepts

1. Which of the following is the MOST important personal care practice before beginning physical activity?

Applying deodorant

Proper warm-up and hydration

Styling your hair

Checking social media

2. Select ALL hygiene practices that should occur DURING physical activity:

Wiping sweat with a clean towel

Drinking water regularly

Washing hands after using equipment

Taking a full shower

3. Poor personal care during physical activity can lead to:

Improved performance only

Skin infections, dehydration, and social discomfort

Better teamwork

Increased motivation

4. The recommended time for post-exercise showering is:

Immediately, while still sweating heavily

Within 2 hours of completing activity

The next morning

Only if you feel dirty

✏️ Part 2: Personal Care Planning

5. Complete this personal care timeline:

BEFORE Exercise: _________________, check equipment, _________________

DURING Exercise: _________________, use clean towel, _________________

AFTER Exercise: _________________, change clothes, _________________

6. Explain why maintaining good hygiene during group physical activities (like team sports) is important for both individual and community health:

7. Extension Activity (Advanced Learners): Research and describe how personal care routines might differ between indoor gym activities and outdoor adventure sports. Consider climate, equipment, and facilities:

🔄 Part 3: Reflection & Application

8. Personal Reflection: Think about your current physical activity routine. Identify ONE personal care practice you could improve and explain how this change would benefit your health and performance:

9. Differentiation Support: Create a simple checklist of 5 essential personal care items you should have in your sports bag. Use bullet points:

10. Real-World Application: You're planning a 3-day school camp involving hiking, swimming, and team sports. List the personal care products you would pack and explain why each is necessary:

Teacher Notes - Differentiation Strategies:

• Visual learners: Provide hygiene routine flowcharts
• EAL students: Include vocabulary definitions and visual cues
• Students with disabilities: Modify activities based on individual needs and abilities
• Accelerated learners: Research cultural differences in personal care practices across different sports