8) Health & Fitness Flashcards
What 3 areas are health and well-being made up of?
Physical
Social
Mental
What are benefits of improved fitness? (4)
Less likely to get injured
Improved ability to cope with day to day demands
Increased happiness
Easier to complete physical jobs
What does good physical health mean?
Body systems are working well and an individual is free from injury or illness
What are benefits of good physical health? (4)
Prevents obesity
Reduces effect of some diseases
High efficiency of body systems
Improved heart function
What are mental benefits of exercise?
Reduced stress and tension
Releases serotonin
Increased productivity
What is mental health?
A state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential
What is social health?
Basic human needs being met extending to include friendships, support and minimal stress
What are social benefits of exercise?
Life skills
Opportunities to socialise
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
A non active lifestyle
What are physical effects of a sedentary lifestyle?
Cancer Heart problems Increased blood pressure Diabetes High cholesterol Inury Obesity
What are mental effects of a sedentary lifestyle?
Depression
Loss of confidence
Worthlessness
What are social effects of a sedentary lifestyle?
Not wanting to socialise
Fear of leaving the home
Self-consciousness
What is hypertension?
High blood pressure
What causes hypertension?
Smoking
Alcohol
Lack of exercise
Poor diet
What are consequences of a sedentary lifestyle?
Heart disease Hypertension Diabetes Obesity Insomnia Poor confidence Tiredness Lack of communication skills
