Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the root causes of the twin problems of inactivity and obesity?
A
- > Urbanisation
- > Motorized Transport
- > Increased use of machines replacing manual labour
- > Sedentary Lifestyle ( watching tv, internet, video games)
- > Processed foods high in sugar and starches
- > Increased portion sizes
2
Q
How can we address the twin issues of inactivity and obesity
A
- > change in lifestyle
- > support for school and community physical activity programs
- > enlightened public health policies
3
Q
Health risks of obesity and inactivity
A
- > Coronary artery disease
- > Stroke
- > Type 2 Diabetes
- > some cancers
4
Q
What prevents people from being physically active?
A
- > Environmental barriers
ie. No gym nearby, passive transport (subway, car) - > Socioeconomic barriers
ie. Cannot afford gym membership/equipment or to play sports - > Cultural barriers
ie. Immigrants new to Canada don’t speak English, women aren’t allowed to play sports in their country - > Personal barriers
ie. Lack of time and/or energy, poor diet, - > Psychological barriers
ie. Fear of pain or physical exertion, self-consciousness
5
Q
What can we do to overcome obstacles which prevent up from being physically active?
A
- > Environmental barriers
ie. “Active and safe routes to school”, pressure government to increase funding for parks/ outdoor gyms - > Socioeconomic barriers
ie. Offer subsidies for registration/yearly fees of low-income families and/or offer sports scholarships to children - > Cultural barriers
ie. Address multiculturalism in sports, offer programs to provide info about sports and recreation to newcomers - > Personal barriers
ie. Take the stairs, change your diet, reduce screen time - > Psychological barriers
ie. work out in less competitive environment, find a form of PA that is fun
6
Q
What is physical literacy
A
- > When kids develop the skills, CONFIDENCE, and love for movement to be physically active for life.
- > Individuals who are physically literate move with CONFIDENCE and COMPETENCE in a wide variety of physical environments
7
Q
What can schools and communities do to promote physical literacy for everyone?
A
- > Expose children to a wide variety of physical activities
- > Work on fundamental movement skills, such as throwing, running, climbing
- > Offer easily accessible intramurals and sports teams
- > Encourage and support/ introduce good role models
8
Q
To which career pathways does the study of kinesiology lead?
A
- > Exercise physiology and anatomy
- > Biomechanics, motor learning and skill acquisition
- > Social, psychological and historical aspects of sport
- > Fitness training, recreation and leisure
