Physical Fitness

This belt loop requires a month long commitment. It is required that you obtain the Cub Scout Physical Fitness Sports booklet before starting this belt loop. Webelos will use this booklet in earning the Athlete Activity Pin.

To earn the belt loop:

_____1. Understand proper nutrition and explain the four basic food groups (or food pyramid).

_____2. Understand the negative effects of alcohol, tobacco and harmful drugs.

_____3. Understand the importance of exercise for overall physical fitness.

_____4. Sign the physical fitness pledge:

"I will do my best to keep my body physically fit by refusing tobacco, alcohol, and harmful drugs. I will do my best to eat a healthful diet, and I will exercise regularly three or more times a week."

________ (signed)

_____5. Check with your doctor before starting any physical fitness program. (See medical questions on page 11 of the physical fitness sports booklet.)

_____6. Set up a four-step exercise plan.

1. Warm-up period of stretching exercises: 5-7 minutes.

2. Main exercise period: 20 - 30 minutes.

3. Check your heart rate every 5 minutes or so. Find out how do it from the physical fitness sports booklet.

4. Cool-down exercise period: 5 minutes.

_____7. Take 10 walks (at least 30 minutes long each) during a 30 day period.

_____8. Demonstrate good sportsmanship while participating in this sport. (No complaining)

I certify that _________has completed the minimum requirements to receive the belt loop.

__________

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