7th Grade Life Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
The students will calculate their personal target heart rates.

Summary:
Students compare heart rates when performing light calisthenics, a fast walk and sitting to their computed target heart rate.

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Process Skills Checklist

Materials:
THR formula

Safety Concerns:
When exercising, look for signs of overexertion, dizziness, or profuse sweating. Should students exhibit these symptoms, stop exercising and look for cause of discomfort.

Revision Date:
November 2001