Health fitness and well-being and sport psychology Flashcards
What a lifestyle choices
Choices we make that affect our health
What four factors affect lifestyle choices
diet, activity levels, recreational drugs and work rest sleep
What are the advantages of a good diet
Increased energy levels and increased weight loss
Reduced chances of enveloping Coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes
What are the advantages of a good work rest sleep proportion
Increased mental emotional and social health and increased productivity
What are the effects of poor lifestyle choices
Diet- nutrient deficiencies, increased risk of developing osteoporosis
Activity levels- loss of muscle mass and increased risk of depression
Recreational drugs- Alcohol causes dehydration and oiling increase risk of developing lung cancer
What is a sedentary lifestyle
A lifestyle consisting of little to no exercise
What is the feel good hormone
Serotonin
What is overweight
Weighing more than ideal for your height
State the definition of over fat
Having the ideal amount of fat
What is obese
weighing significantly more than the ideal weight for height, with exccess amount of body fat
What are the long term effects of a sedentary lifestyle
Increased risk of osteoporosis, depression, diabetes and high blood pressure
What is the effect of water
Control temperature, transports nutrients, lubricators joints and removes waste
What’re the symptoms of dehydration
Thirst, overheat, increased heart rate, confusion, muscle fatigue
What is the role of fibre
Reduce cholesterol and keep the bowels healthy
What are the role of vitamins
Important for general health/wellbeing
What is the role of minerals
Important for normal bodily functions