Health, Fitness & Wellbeing Flashcards
(38 cards)
What are the health benefits when you take part in weight bearing activities?
Stronger bones
Reduced chance of developing osteoporosis
What are the health benefits when you reduce cholesterol?
Reduced chance of coronary heart disease
Reduced chance of stroke
What are the health benefits of burning excess calories while exercising
Reduced chance of obesity
What we the benefits on performance of blood vessels not being restricted due to high cholesterol?
Your would be able to continue to work harder as oxygen delivery would be improved
What are the benefits in performance of being the right weight, and not over fat?
You won’t be slows down by excess weight from additional fat, therefore you will be able to perform for longer.
How is stress relief achieved by?
Taking your mind of things
Increase in serotonin
Having fun while you play
How is competition checked by?
Feeling good if winning/ meeting a challenge
How is reduced boredom achieved?
By having something to do
How is aesthetic appreciation achieved?
By watching a skilful performance.
How is confidence increased by feeling part of something?
By becoming a member of a team
How is confidence increase by performing better?
By practising more
How is confidence increased by thinking you look better?
By loosing weight
What we the social benefits of exercising?
Making new friends
Opportunities to get together with existing friends
Improved cooperation skills
Increased social activities-and not antisocial behaviour
What is the importance of cooperating?
Cooperation can lead to better understanding or your teammates and better teamwork skills. This may make your team more successful.
What are the negative effects of training on social health?
Less time is spent with family and friends due to large number of hours spent training.
What is the recommended calorie intake for men?
2500 calories
What is the recommended calorie intake for women?
2000
What impact does anorexia have on physical activity?
They will have little energy or become too tired and performance levels will decrease.
What impact does obesity have on physical health?
Impacts a person ability to move due to excess weight
It can lead to potential joint and heart issues
What impact does lack of vitamin d have on physical health?
Rickets can result in weak bones
What impact does lack of vitamin c have on physical health?
Scurvy can result in tiredness
What impact does lack of calcium have on physical health?
Osteoporosis can lead to week bones
What is the recommended activity level for a 5-18yr old?
One hour every day
4 days should be cardio vascular work
3 should be on improving muscle and bone strength
What can a lack of sleep do?
Lead to tiredness, lack of concentration and irritability.
