Evolved To Move? Flashcards
Explain exercise science sub disciplines relationship to evolution
Exercise science sub disciplines help explain how humans move as we do
Explain the importance of evolutionary perspective in sports and exercise science
Evolutionary perspective is necessary to explain why we move as we do
How much and what kinds of physical activity are humans built to perform?
Many different things such as climbing, running etc but there is no universal exercise prescription
To what extent are humans also adapted to be physically inactive?
Trade off energy utilisation between physical activity and reproduction
(Eg staying alive and reproducing)
Why do most humans avoid physical activity when its so vital to health?
It is perceived by some as unpleasant or wasteful
What are society’s general attitudes towards physical activity?
Society generally marginalises physical activity
