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Define the term physical activity

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Any bodily movement produced by the skeletal muscles that results in a substantial increase in energy expenditure, above resting levels

> = to 1.5 METS

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Define the term sedentary behavior

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Any waking behaviour which is characterised by an energy expenditure of less than or equal to 1.5 METS whilst in a sitting or reclining posture

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Define the term physical fitness

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a set of attributes that people have or achieve which relate to their ability to perform PA

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Define the term exercise

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PA that is planned, structured and repetitive and results in maintenance or improvement in one or more of the facets of physical fitness

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Define the term training

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systematic, specialised practice for a specific sport or discipline for most of the year or for specific short term programmes

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Define the term health

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A state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity

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