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Food Pyramid Abacus

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the importance of eating a healthy balanced diet. They read and discuss an article about the Food Guide Pyramid, and construct a Food Pyramid Abacus.
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Eating to Win

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners examine human health by completing a sports nutrition worksheet. In this eating habits lesson, students discuss the importance of a balanced diet and proper feeding times when competing in physical activities. Learners complete...
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US Department of Agriculture

Food and Nutrition Topics a to Z

For Students 9th - 10th
More than just food and nutrition links can be found in this index of health topics. The USDA's Food and Nutrition Information Center provides access to a world of health information.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Fitness

For Students 9th - 10th
Why exercise? Information on the link between exercise and disease prevention, on how to begin an exercise program, on staying motivated, and on different ways to get fit.
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Other

Sportscience: A Peer Reviewed Journal and Site for Sport Research

For Students 9th - 10th
An online journal of essays, news, and research reports on subjects related to the science of sport. A well-organized site, with lots of options for searching for topics ranging from the psychology to the biology to the physics of sport.
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Article
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Kids Health: Eating for Sports

For Students 3rd - 5th
Know what foods you need to eat in order to stay competitive. This website offers suggestion for kids who are active in sports and includes hints for eating healthy and staying hydrated.
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Other

American Fitness Professionals

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explains how to become a certified personal trainer or fitness instructor. It includes an index of health articles and a listing of seminars and home study courses related to health and physical fitness.