Physical inactivity

Question 1

Define: physical activity

Answer 1

getting the body moving

Question 2

Why might we be less active now than ever?

Answer 2

due to technology, using transport instead of walking and bike riding, safety fears.

Question 3

benefits of physical activity?

Answer 3

• Healthy body weight (uses up energy), hence decreases risk of obesity
• Healthy blood vessels (maintains elasticity) hence reduces blood pressure and CVD
• Positive mental health and lowered rates of depression/anxiety/stress due to endorphins
• Weight bearing activity assists in keeping muscular and skeletal systems strong and decreases risk of osteoporosis.