P2. Health, well being and fitness Flashcards
What is the definition of physical health and well being?
all body systems working well, being free from illness and injury with the ability to carry out every day tasks
What does exercising do to physical health?
Improves components of fitnesses, blood pressure decreases, bones get stronger, reduces obesity
What can exercise do to physical health?
Prevents high blood pressure, reduces strokes. Prevent obesity
What is the definition of mental health and well being?
A state of well-being in which every individual realises his/her own potential
What can exercise do to mental health?
Increase self esteem and confidence, feel better about yourself, relieve stress. Feel good hormones like serotonin
What is the definition of social health and well being?
being able to interact with a range of people and having a sense of belonging
What can exercise do to social health?
Make friends in sport clubs
increase self worth
more involved
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
A sedentary lifestyle is one where there is irregular or no physical activity
Consequences of a sedentary lifestyle?
Obesity
Heart disease, high blood pressure
Diabetes
Poor sleep and self esteem
What BMI do overweight people have?
over 25
What BMI do obese people have?
over 30
What BMI do underweight people have?
under 18.5
What are carbohyrates?
Bodies main source of energy
What percentage is protein, fat and carbs in balanced diet?
15-20% protein
55-60% carbs
25-30% fats
On average how many calories does the average male and female need?
Male - 2500
Female - 2000
Aswell as the three main components what else do you need?
MInerals
Vitamins
Water
What do minerals do?
Needed for healthy bone and teeth and to build other tissues
What does dehydration cause?
Blood thickening
Slower reactions
Muscle fatigue
Increase body temperature
What are the three somatotypes?
Endomorph
Ectomorph
Mesomorph
Characteristics of an endomorph
High fat content
Wide hips
Relatively narrow shoulders
Characteristics of an ectomorph
Long limbs
Little fat content
Narrow shoulders, hip and chest
Characteristics of a mesomorph
Wide shoulders, narrow hips
Muscular body
Strong arms and thighs
Little body fat
Name two sports for each somatotype?
ENDO - westling and shot put
ECTO - high jump, long distance running
MESO - rugby, weightlifting
3 reasons why it is important to have a balanced diet?
So there is suitable energy for exercise
preventing obesity
Vitamins and minerals to prevent diseases
