Chapter 1: Healthy Living Flashcards
What is physical activity?
An intrinsic part of maintain peak function of the body
What are health related components of fitness?
- cardiopulmonary endurance
- muscular endurance
- musical strength
- flexibility
- body comp.
What are skill related components of fitness?
- speed
- power
- reaction time
- agility
- balance
- coordination
Benefits of physical acitivty
- better health
- improved fitness
- higher self-esteem
- better posture
- healthier outlook
Health risks of inactivity
- premature death
- heart disease
- obesity
- high blood pressure
- adult onset diabetes
What is exercise ?
Physical movement by the human body, in a scheduled an consisted manner to develop the components of fitness
What is physical fitness?
At set of attributes that is either health or skill related
What are some controllable factors that increase health risks
- smoking
- physical activity levels
- stress
- diet
What are some uncontrollable factors that increase health risks?
- genetics
- age
- gender
- environment
Physiological benefits of exercise
- endorphin’s - increase mood
- body image
- productivity
Social benefits of exercise
- making friends
2. community involvement
What are a few ways in which exercise transforms the body
- increase lean muscle tissue
2. reduces fat
What is a normal BMI?
18.5 - 24.9
What is an underweight BMI?
> 18.5
What is an overweight BMI?
25-29.9