Health Matters Kentucky

Course Content

1: Physical Activity and Nutrition
8 Topics
1. What is Health?
2. What is Physical Activity?
3. Things to Do Before We Exercise
4. Exercise Is Good
5. What Do Different Exercises Do for my Body?
Good Nutrition
How Much Energy Does it Take?
Healthy Choices/Self-Advocacy
2: Changing Lifestyle
8 Topics
What Do I Think of Me?
What Is My Heart Rate?
What Is My Blood Pressure?
What Exercises Do I Like in My Community?
What Are Good and Bad Influences?
Am I Drinking Enough Water?
What Foods Do I Like to Eat?
How About My Medications and Exercise?
3: Making Lifestyle Changes
7 Topics
Things to Remember When Exercising
Community Fitness Center Visit: Using Exercise Machines Safely
How to Breathe When We Exercise
Why Do We Clean Equipment ?
Nutrients We Need
Exercise Plans: Becoming More Active
Nutrition Plans: Making a Menu
4: Lifestyle Changes
7 Topics
Wants and Needs: Doing Different Exercises in My Community
What is Good Pain and Bad Pain?
How Does Sleep Affect Physical Activity?
Negotiation and Compromise
Can I Exercise if I Feel Sick?
Am I Meeting My Goals?
Rewarding Myself
5: New Lifestyle
7 Topics
Restructuring My Environment
Getting Back on Track
Creating an Exercise Video
Reviewing Our Goals to Stay Connected
Putting it All Together
Finishing Touches on Our Video
Graduation Party