Life Long Physical Activity

Question 1

Define Rest

Answer 1

To cease movment in order to allow the body to sleep, reover or regain energy

Question 2

Define Leisure/recreation

Answer 2

Any pleasurable activity, which relaxes one and/or stimulates mental wellbeing

Question 3

Define Physical activity

Answer 3

Any movement that works ones muscles and expends more energy than resting

Question 4

Define sleep

Answer 4

A condition in which the body is relaxed and brain activity is altered to rest, recover or regain energy

Question 5

Define school work

Answer 5

Hours spent doing something of academic or financial value, done by students at school

Question 6

Define Sedentary activity

Answer 6

The act sitting or laying down for various purposes, with little physical activity; to be inactive

Question 7

Physical activty for young people

Answer 7

*accumulate atleast 60 minutes of vigorous to moderate intensity physical activity daily.
*Should include aerobic excercises along with some vegouros activies.
*Should engage in activties that strengthen muscle and bone 3 times a week.

Question 8

Sedentary activity in young people

Answer 8

*Minimise the time spend sedentary daily
*Limit use of electronics/social media
*Break up long periods of sitting as often as possible

Question 9

Physical benefits of physical activity

Answer 9

*Improves cardiovascular health
*enhances muscle and bone strength
*improves flexibility and balace
*Decreases the risk of diseases like obesity, cardiac arrest
*increased energy levels

Question 10

Social benefits of physical activity

Answer 10

*Improved social connections by partaking in group sports
*Enhances communication skills
*Improved confilct resolution skills
*stress reduction

Question 11

Emotional benefits of physical activity

Answer 11

*Self confidence through acheiving fitness goals
*Increased relaxation, endorphins and reduction of anxiety
*Mood improvment through production of seretonin
*Stress relief, as excercise triggers a release of endorphins

Question 12

Cognitive benefits of physical activity

Answer 12

*Improved memory
*Enhanced attention and concentration
*increased mental clarity
*better problem solving skills

Question 13

Spiritual benefits of physical activity

Answer 13

*Mind body connection
*meditation/yoga
*discipline and commitment
*Connection to nature

Question 14

What does SMART stand for

Answer 14

S(pecific)
M(easurable)
A(cheivable)
R(ealistic)
T(ime based)

Question 15

What does S encompass

Answer 15

*Goal should be clear and consice, as a specific objective has a higher chance of being acheived.
*Answer 5 W’s

Question 16

What does M encompass

Answer 16

*Goal should be measured
*Criteria for measuring goal should be in place
*E.g. weight loss, speed over distance

Question 17

What does A encompass

Answer 17

*Goal needs to be challanging so a real commitment is made and a sense of accomplisment is felt
*Goal shouldn’t be too hard or it will be abandoned

Question 18

What does R encompass

Answer 18

*Means that the skills and reasources are availible. Whether it truly can be achieved

Question 19

What does T encompass

Answer 19

*A time frame should be set, otherwise there is no urgency in taking action
*Helps in measuring success of whether your chart is working

Question 20

What is meant by bridging the gap

Answer 20

“Bridging the gap” means making sure everyone gets a fair chance to play sports, respecting their traditions, helping indigenous athletes, and celebrating their culture. It’s about being fair and equal in sports while keeping their heritage alive.

Question 21

What is SEPEP

Answer 21

*Sports Educacation in Physical Education Program.
*SEPEP is a curriculum- based model
*Teaches students learn to plan, implement and play in a sporting competition.

Question 22

What is body composition

Answer 22

The proportion of fat, muscle, bone, and other tissues in the body.

Question 23

Cardioresperatory endurance

Answer 23

The ability of the heart and lungs to support prolonged physical activity.

Question 24

Flexibilty

Answer 24

The range of movment at a particular joint/joints or muscle groups

Question 25

Muscular endurance

Answer 25

The ability for muscles to contract repetedly for extended periods of time

Question 26

Muscular strength

Answer 26

The measure of how much force a muscle or group of muscles can generate

Question 27

Agility

Answer 27

The ability to change direction at speed

Question 28

Balance

Answer 28

An even distribution of weight enabling someone to maintain stability and an upright posture

Question 29

Coordination

Answer 29

The ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently.

Question 30

Power

Answer 30

Physical strength or force

Question 31

Reaction Time

Answer 31

It measures how quickly a person can react to a specific event or situation.

Question 32

Speed

Answer 32

Quickness of movment

Question 33

FITT Principle

Answer 33

Frequency: How often you exercise.
Intensity: refers to the intensity or how hard you exercise.
Time: refers to the time you spend exercising
Type: refers to the type of exercise undertaken