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Physical Activity of the Week
Teen
Eric R. really likes this idea
submitted by Keriona J from WV:

Shoot Out

Activity Description:
  1. Play begins with the first person in line shooting the ball from the free throw line, or the three point line.
  2. As soon as the first shot goes up, the next person in line can shoot. If that person misses they can get their rebound and make a layup.
  3. If the person behind you makes the shot or layup before before you do, then you are out the game until the next one starts.
  4. Play continues until there is only one person left.
What you will need:
2 balls and atleats 5- 7 people or more if desired
Skills you are Learning:
Work and shooting, have fun, and be physical to help your phtysical health.
Physical Fitness Benefits:
Fun game to play with friends, and good cardio activity
Teen
Kelli N. suggests:

Ultimate Frisbee

Activity Description:
Ultimate Frisbee is an activity that is played as a "team sport" using rules from several other sports such as soccer, and American football. The object is to work as a team to score points by passing a frisbee among your team members, while advacing toward your goal line. The only catch is to keep the frisbee away from the opposing players. For more information and for rules, visit Ultimate
What you will need:
Flying Disk (Frisbee), level playing surface, even number of players (at least 6 to 10 to make it more fun)
Skills you are Learning:
Cardio Endurance, Throwing and Catching, Awareness
Physical Fitness Benefits:
Great Cardio activity and Good team experience!
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