Health Benefits

Question 1

Examples of developing health

Answer 1

• decrease risk of developing heart disease/ suffering a stroke
• avoidance of high/low blood pressure
• avoidance of high/low blood pressure
• decreased risk of developing the 2 diabetes
• decreases risk of obesity
• decreases risk of osteoporosis
• improves mental health
• decreases risk of some cancers e.g breast cancer

Question 2

Physical benefits

Answer 2

• improves posture/ body shape/ body tone due to worthy loss
• improves cardiovascular fitness/ muscular strength/ muscular endurance
• improves flexibility/ agility/balance/co- ordination
• improves speed/ power/ reaction time

Question 3

Social benefits

Answer 3

• exercise causes the body to release chemicals such as serotonin and endorphins which have a calming affect and enable a person to feel happier/better themselves. They may have a more positive outlook on life
• improved sleep patterns result from participation in regular exercise, which can enhance a persons mood in a relationship
• The boost in a persons mood can also improve their concentration, which allows a clearer focus on social relationships
• The boost in a persons confidence and self-esteem increases which can improve participation in sport
• physical activity is a positive way of using free time which can help people keep out of trouble