Opening
Prayer

Physical
Activity
Pyramid

Physical Activity Pyramid
Similar to the food pyramid,
Bottom containing the largest and most
important activities for healthy daily
living
Top tier containing the least beneficial
activities, or the things you should do
sparingly.

Bottom Level – Level 1: Lifestyle Physical
Activity
 The bottom level of the physical activity pyramid
contains simple exercises and moderate physical
activities that are likely already part of your daily life
but are critically important to maintain on a regular
basis
 Walking to the store, Mopping the floor, Doing
household chores.
 10 minutes at the time
 30minutes a day
 Atleast 5 times a week (habitual)

Middle Levels –
Level 2: Active Aerobics
 Aerobics, stretching for flexibility, and muscle
fitness exercises.
 biking, hiking, dance sessions, jogging, and
playing certain sports.
 The goal is to complete these activities
around three to five times each week (30-
45minutes or longer)

Level 3: Active Sports and Recreation
Above these workouts, on Level 3, lie
the activities you should spend two or
three days per week
higher intensity workouts, weight
training, and calisthenics.
2 to 3 times a week (30-45minutes or
longer)

Top of the Physical Activity Pyramid –
Level 4: Inactivity
 The top of the physical activity pyramid depicts
sedentary behaviors that need curbing, such as
watching television or sitting at a desk, texting
 In excess, these types of behaviors have been
linked to adverse health outcomes. The goal here
is to recognize those behaviors and replace them
with physical health activities found at the base of
the pyramid.
 Minimal ( a few times per month)

Create your Own Pyramid of activity and write a
reflection what have you learned on this topic

Closing
Prayer