Individual Sports and Metabolism

A multitude of sports exists, and you might know some from playing them or watching them on television. Some sports require competition between teams, while others allow an individual to compete against another individual. An advantage of individual sports is that you can practice and compete without having to organize an entire team. Participating in sports can provide opportunities to be active, while engaging in healthy competition. Sports can also allow you to learn about the relationship between exercise and your metabolism.

Essential Questions

• What is metabolism?
• How can exercising and participating in individual sports affect your metabolism?