SOC 1: Relationship between health and fitness Flashcards
What is the definition of health?
Health is a state of complete emotional/ psychological, physical and social well-being
What is the definition of fitness?
The ability to meet the demands of an environment
What is the definition of exercise?
Physical activity that maintains or improves health or fitness
What is the definition of perfomance?
How well a task is completed
What are the physical benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle?
- Increase cardiovascular fitness
- Improve strength
- Improve muscular endurance
- Increase flexibility
- Improve body composition
- Improve performance
What are the social benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle?
- Mix with others
- Make new friends
- Develop teamwork/ co-operation skills
- Work with others
What are emotional/ psychological benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle?
- Relieve or prevent stress and tension
- Psychological challenge
- Increase self-esteem and confidence
- Help the individual feel good
What is the definition of sedentary?
Lacking in physical activity
What is a hypokinetic disease?
A disease caused by a lack of physical activity or sedentary lifestyle
Give an example of a hypokinetic disease
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Osteoperosis