Health, Fitness And Well-being Flashcards
Define the term ‘fitness’
A person’s capacity to carry out life’s activities without getting too tired
Define the term well-being
A feeling or mental state of being contended, happy, prosperous and healthy
Define the term ‘health’
A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
What are the guidelines for living a healthy lifestyle?
Eat a healthy, balanced diet Exercise regularly Keep a healthy body weight Don't smoke Don't drink too much alcohol Minimise stress
What are the government recommendations for physical activity for children aged 5-18?
1 hour a day of moderate intensity exercise
What are the government recommendations for physical activity for adults?
30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least 5 days a week
What is meant by the term ‘sedentary lifestyle’?
A lifestyle that is inactive and involves much sitting down
Identify the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle
Increased risk of CHD higher blood pressure Weaker bones Obesity Increases risk of type 2 diabetes Poor posture Low levels of fitness Low self-confidence High levels of stress Lack of friends
What is obesity?
When you are very over fat
Caused by eating too much and not exercising enough
BMI over 30
What is type 2 diabetes?
A condition caused by eating too much sugar that affects your body’s ability to process sugar
What causes high blood pressure and coronary heart disease?
Eating too much fat and not exercising
Leading to fatty deposits (plaque) building up in the arteries blocking the path of blood and oxygen
How does exercise help reduce obesity?
You burn calories when you exercise which burns off the fat to help you lose weight
How does exercise help reduce high blood pressure and coronary heart disease?
It burns of fat which helps to unblock the fatty deposits in the arteries allowing more blood and oxygen to flow through
How does exercise help improve self-confidence?
You can lose weight and be in better shape which helps you feel better about looking good
How can exercise help to reduce stress?
It gives you an activity away from the stresses of life and helps you forget about it
