- Definition
A "breath sound check" is when your child pays attention to how hard they're breathing during exercise. If they can hear their own breath, it means they're working out at a good, healthy pace.
When you can hear yourself breathing while playing tag, that's a sign your body is working at a good, strong pace.
How to teach this in 30 seconds
Try this analogy: A breath sound check is like listening for the 'whoosh' sound your breath makes when you're running really fast at recess.
Ask your child: After you run around, what sound does your breathing make?
Common mix-up: Breathing harder can be normal during activity, but it is not a score of fitness. Slow down, stop, and tell an adult if there is pain, dizziness, chest discomfort, or trouble catching your breath.
Examples
- While riding your bike up a hill, you might start to hear your breath.
- During a fast-paced game of soccer, you'll probably hear your huffing and puffing.
breath sound check is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.
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