In this lesson, students will understand how fats transform into usable energy, which is crucial for fueling physical activity and maintaining overall health. The curriculum integrates scientific principles with practical health applications, allowing students to explore the pathways fats follow in the body, breaking down into glycerol and fatty acids before being utilized for energy. This lesson enhances students' knowledge about energy metabolism by linking Next Generation Science Standards, National Health Standards, and Physical Education Standards. It fosters healthy habits that promote lifelong fitness and wellness. Through engaging activities and assessments, students will uncover fats' vital role in aerobic and anaerobic conditions, building a foundation for their personal health practices.

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Here are Lessons 1, 4, 16, and 19-20 provided as sample lesson plans from the curriculum.