In the Scout Oath, Cub Scouts promise to keep themselves physically strong and mentally awake. Personal fitness is about keeping your body strong by eating right and exercising, but it also means getting enough rest and exercising your mind by reading, solving problems, or even listening to music.
Prior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved.
All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.
Be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
To assist in the safe delivery of the program you may find specific safety items that are related to requirements for the Adventure.
Before starting this Adventure:
Review the Keep Your Food Safe guide to properly keep, store, and prepare food.
Sample food from three of the following food groups: protein, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and grains.
Be active for 30 minutes with your den or at least one other person that includes both stretching and moving.
Be active for 15 minutes doing personal exercises that include cardio, muscular strength, and flexibility.
Do a relaxing activity for 10 minutes.
Review your Scouting America Annual Health and Medical record with your parent or guardian. Discuss your ability to participate in den and pack activities.
Sample food from three of the following food groups: protein, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and grains.
Prepare a Pizza which includes protein, vegetable, dairy and grain food groups.
Prepare a snack and bring it to a den meeting.
Be active for 30 minutes with your den or at least one other person that includes both stretching and moving.
Choose one of the following:
Be active for 15 minutes doing personal exercises that include cardio, muscular strength, and flexibility.
Dancing memory contests are a fun way to exercise that includes cardio and muscle memory.
Cub Scouts create a short workout to explore different exercises.
Invite a fitness professional to your Cub Scout den meeting to lead a 15-min activity.
Do a relaxing activity for 10 minutes.
Listen to relaxing music to create a calming effect.
Review your Scouting America Annual Health and Medical record with your parent or guardian. Discuss your ability to participate in den and pack activities.
Cub Scouts review their Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Records with their parent or legal guardian.