Soc 1- The Realtionship Between Health and Fitness Flashcards
What is health?
A state of complete emotional/psychological, physical and social well-being.
What is exercise?
Physical activity that maintains or improves health and fitness.
What is fitness?
Ability to meet the demands of the environment.
What is performance?
How well a task is completed.
What is sedentary?
Lacking in physical activity.
What is Hypokinetic disease?
A disease caused by lack of physical activity or sedentary lifestyle.
Name 2 physical benefits of exercise.
-Increase cardiovascular fitness
-Improve strength
- Improve muscular endurance
- Increase flexibility
-Improve body composition
-Improve performance
-Reduced risk of health diseases
Name 2 social benefits of exercise.
-Mix and work with others
-Make new friends
-Develop teamwork/co-operation skills
Name 2 emotional benefits of exercise.
-Relieve/prevent stress and tension
-Increase self-esteem and confidence
-Help the individual feel good
-Appreciate improved body shape/composition